English Turn Golf & Country Club
New Orleans, Louisiana
A Jack Nicklaus design on a historic Mississippi River bend south of downtown New Orleans, English Turn hosted the PGA Tour from 1989 to 2005. The championship layout through live oaks and bayou landscape features Nicklaus's bold shaping and strategic water hazards in a uniquely Louisiana setting.
History & Heritage
English Turn was designed by Jack Nicklaus and opened in 1988 on a historic bend of the Mississippi River southeast of downtown New Orleans, specifically built to host the PGA Tour. Served as the Tour\'s New Orleans stop from 1989-2005 before the event moved to TPC Louisiana. Now managed by Troon.
Named for an 18th-century event when English ships turned around at this Mississippi River bend. The setting among centuries-old live oaks and bayou lagoons is distinctly New Orleans. Nicklaus\'s strategic water hazards tested Tour pros for nearly two decades.
Signature Holes
One of the holes winding through lagoons and centuries-old live oaks on the Mississippi River bend. Nicklaus\'s strategic water hazards and undulating greens challenged PGA Tour fields for 17 consecutive years.
What to Expect
Championship Nicklaus layout through live oaks and bayou lagoons in one of golf\'s most atmospheric settings. Large greens with significant movement are the main defense. Water on numerous holes via lagoons and bayou.
Private — Troon managed with storied PGA Tour pedigree.
Playing Tips
Course management around the water is essential — the lagoons punish aggressiveness.
Nicklaus greens have significant movement. Leave approaches below the hole.
Highlights
- ✓ Former PGA Tour venue (1989-2005)
- ✓ Jack Nicklaus design on historic Mississippi River bend
- ✓ Live oaks and bayou landscape setting
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it called English Turn?
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