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Description

This course opened over the 4th of July weekend back in 2009. It is a very scenic layout that seems to be well-sculpted from the natural terrain out in Locust, NC. For now, there are very few homes built and I'm sure that eventually they will change the nature and aesthetics of this quaint course. In the meantime, it's a quiet but adventuresome round of golf. Over the course of 18 holes, you face many different challenges, from long, forced carries to shorter, target golf approaches. There are plenty of water hazards in play with ponds and creeks. The greens feature "velvety MiniVerde" grass, which is well-suited to the warmer climate to stay in top shape year-round.

Notes

The temporary clubhouse has a nice large deck for enjoying a drink on the 19th hole. Not sure when the permanent one will be built. The parking lot and many of the cart paths are gravel still and haven't been paved yet. Within a year of opening, they re-routed the front 9 and it was a welcome change. Your round used to start with a short par 3 (now the 5th hole) requiring only a wedge shot.

B-Man's Take

This course is one of the most unique in the area and most people will either love it or hate it. It is a fun layout with 5 par 5's and 5 par 3's. Several greens have multiple tiers or challenging slopes, making for some occasionally diabolical pin placements. Many holes also feature significant elevation changes and rolling hills, almost like a mountain course. The 18th hole is notorious for being one of the longest and toughest holes in town. It is 619 yds from the men's tees (650 from the tips!) and requires an uphill, hazard-crossing final swing of at least 120 yards. The 17th hole made me say "wow" -- a short, downhill, dogleg right 326 yd par 4 that has small green protected by a water hazard. You have to play target golf on some holes, but most have generous landing areas for your tee shots and approaches. Overall, my rounds here tend to be memorable and the course is definitely a must play. The weekday rack rates are fairly low and Red Bridge is one of the best values in town for price/conditions.

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Most Recent Reviews

• 10/11/24 - Review by Baparro

  "Worth playing"

  Fun round, course in good shape.

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• 8/25/24 - Review by GinMillDJ

  "Great course"

  Greens were in very good shape (9/10). Fairways very good (8/10). Tee boxes were not in great shape. (4/10) Pace of play was average and staff is always friendly. Always worth the drive from CLT.

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• 6/15/24 - Review by GinMillDJ

  "Great course"

  Tee boxes could use a little TLC. Fairways were in very good shape. Although we weren’t in a lot of bunkers, they were in good shape. Fluffy sand. Greens were recently sanded so they played pretty slow and a little bumpy. But not very many blemishes or dead spots. Friendly staff. Good practice areas. Ranger did a good job of instruction - pace of play, pin positions, etc.

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• 6/8/24 - Review by Opow

  "Great course"

  Course was in good shape except for a few tee boxes. Always enjoy playing here and would recommend it to anyone who wants a little challenge to their game.

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• 6/1/24 - Review by JBradshaw49

  "Worth playing"

  I booked this round at Red Bridge based 100% on the reviews posted to this site. When I pulled up, the entrance befits the reviews then it falls apart. Everything about this club screams “we ran out of money.” They were going to build a parking lot until they ran out of money. They were going to build a clubhouse until they ran out of money. They were going to have a snack bar until they ran out of money. They were going to repair and maintain the golf carts until they ran out of money. The good news, I know where the money is. It is obviously spent on the course. The greens, fairways, bunkers, pristine! The layout is really cool but the signs are confusing and don’t give you clear directions on where to head next. There are a lot of elevation changes, really really long Par 5s, including two back to back. The Verdict: this course is great but needs to be invested in.

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Updates From the Forum

• 07/01/25 - B-Man replied to "Summer Aerification Schedule"

  Correction on Red Bridge: they are aerating Monday, July 7th.
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• 07/12/24 - B-Man replied to "Aerification Dates - 2024"

  Red Bridge also aerated this week 7/8-7/9 and is offering discounted rates through 7/21.
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• 10/29/23 - B-Man posted "Red Bridge Bunker Renovation and Upcoming Tournament"

  Two updates from Red Bridge... 1) They are in the process of renovating the bunkers. They expect to be done in a couple weeks. Current bunkers under construction should be played as Ground Under Repair. 2) They are having a Fall Best Ball tournament that is open to the public. Details:

  • Date: Saturday, Nov 11
  • Format: 2-Person Best Ball
  • Start Time: 9:00 am shotgun start
  • Cost: $100 per player ($65 for members) and includes lunch, golf, range and prizes
  • Prizes: Gross and Net (both players have an official handicap index for Net)
  • Charity: A portion of the proceeds will benefit Folds of Honor

  Call the pro shop to register.
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• 08/19/23 - B-Man replied to "Aerification Dates - 2023"

  Red Bridge Golf Club did a deep verticut on the greens last week and it will take about a week to heal.
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• 07/02/23 - B-Man replied to "Aeration and Renovation Updates"

  Red Bridge is aerating their Bermuda greens Tues 7/11 - Wed 7/12.
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