Cypress Lakes

The Robert Trent Jones design threads through rolling Alabama terrain where elevation changes create genuine strategic interest on nearly every hole. Water hazards come into play on thirteen holes, but they're thoughtfully positioned to reward aggressive play rather than punish mediocre shots. The par-3 17th over the lake demands a committed swing with no bail-out option, exemplifying how this Tennessee Valley layout balances risk and reward better than most public tracks in the Deep South.