Golf Course Review & Scouting Report

Reunion Golf & Country Club

Madison, Mississippi

MS #6

Established

2004

Architect

Bob Cupp

Access

Private

Par

Par 72

Length

6,163 – 7,416 yds

The verdict

A Deep South Power Test

Reunion Golf & Country Club is a regionally elite private club defined by length, variety, and Bob Cupp’s engaging design. Its signature monster par 5 and par 3 deliver drama, while the refined grounds and distinguished clubhouse make it a top Mississippi experience.

Course DNA

Difficulty

Scenery

Conditioning

Shot Variety

Walkability

Green Complexity

Wow Factor

Design Quality

At a glance

Quick facts

Clubhouse Style

Greek Revival-inspired, award-winning design

Longest Hole

17th – 640 yards

Opening Year

2004

Signature Designer

Bob Cupp, ASGCA

Community Size

2,100-acre development

Championship Events

Hosts Mississippi Senior Amateur

Tee Range

Multiple tee options from 6,163–7,416 yards

Clubhouse Recognition

2019 Golf Inc. Clubhouse of the Year

The design

The architecture

Bob Cupp’s layout at Reunion embraces the land’s gentle Southern topography, laying out 18 holes that ebb and flow naturally through hardwoods, lakes, and subtle elevation changes. Wide corridors and flexible tee settings make the championship set a true test while still ensuring playable fun for all. The routing leverages the larger estate’s scale, with a memorable mix of scenic doglegs, long-iron par 3s, and a monumental stretch of closing holes. Its modern bunkering, striking water features, and green complexes yield both strategic depth and visual drama, capped by a finishing stretch that is unflinchingly tough yet fair.

Bob Cupp crafted Reunion to showcase Mississippi’s natural contours while creating a championship-level experience that can test the best and welcome the many.

Defining features

Sweeping doglegs and tree-framed fairways
Dramatic back-nine challenge including a 640-yard par 5
Multiple strong long par 3s requiring precision
Modern bunkering integrated with approach angles
Water hazards influencing key scoring holes

Hole by hole

Signature holes

Hole 11

The Gauntlet

PAR

YARDAGE

479

This fierce par 4 stretches to 479 yards, demanding both distance and accuracy. Set deep in the back nine, it punishes mishit drives and rewards cool-headed approaches under pressure.

Play it smart

Long, precise tee shot is essential. Play to center fairway and take enough club to avoid short-siding on the approach.

Where it bites

Errant drives find treeline trouble; front bunkers swallow weak approaches.

Course management

Shots to think about

Approach to the 251-yard 12th

Take more club, trust the center of the green, and don’t chase pins.

Layup decision on 17th

Break the hole into three smart shots—overextending for two rarely pays off.

Tee shot on 5th

Favor placement over distance to ensure an open approach to this demanding par 4.

Navigating water on the back nine par 5s

Stay disciplined with layup aiming points; avoid flirting with water on second shots.

Club selection on short par 4 13th

Tempting as it is to go for the green, a well-placed iron often leaves a better scoring shot.

Finding the right fairway angle on 7th

Play for the safest side—long rough or trees punish bold lines.

On the day

What to expect

Conditions

Private-club standard maintenance; generally polished turf and greens, but verify ahead for seasonal practices.

Pace

Orderly private-club pace expected, but specific day-of timing depends on member activity.

Vibe

Upscale, tranquil residential community atmosphere with a sense of occasion at the grand clubhouse.

Dress code

Traditional private club; collared shirts, no denim. Confirm details with club before arrival.

Before you tee off

Your game plan

Bring Your Long-Game Confidence

Several holes demand both driver accuracy and solid long-iron or hybrid approaches—especially from the tips.

Brush Up On Green Reading

Green complexes feature subtle slopes and strategic contours; extra time on the practice green pays off.

Plan for Weather

Mississippi’s heat and humidity can sap focus late, so hydrate early and prepare for shifting wind on the exposed holes.

Confirm Access & Club Policies

As a private club, confirm all policies—parking, check-in, and dress code—before arrival.

The lore

How it came to be

1999
Club founded
2004
Golf course by Bob Cupp opens
2015
Construction of Greek Revival clubhouse begins
2018
Clubhouse completed
2019
Clubhouse wins Golf Inc. Clubhouse of the Year

Stories & legends

What makes it special

Heritage

Where Magnolia History Meets Modern Golf

Reunion’s land was once part of a storied antebellum estate, and the club weaves this legacy into its Southern identity. Play here is a walk through Mississippi heritage, not just a round of golf.

Architecture

A Clubhouse That Turns Heads

The 25,850-square-foot Greek Revival clubhouse is a jaw-dropping centerpiece, earning national awards and serving as a stylish gathering place after rounds.

Tournament

Champions Crowned on Rolling Fairways

Reunion’s reputation as a championship venue is burnished by a regular role as host of state-level PGA section and Senior Amateur events—where the back nine, in particular, tests every club in the bag.

Signature

Monster Holes Demand Your Best

Few can forget holing out on the 640-yard 17th or facing a long iron uphill at the 251-yard 12th. These holes define the course’s spirit and make its finish one of Mississippi’s toughest.

For the group chat

Fun facts

The impressive 25,850-square-foot clubhouse was inspired by the antebellum Annandale mansion.

Hole 17 stretches a massive 640 yards from the tips, one of Mississippi's longest.

Reunion sits on a historic 2,100-acre estate with deep ties to Mississippi heritage.

The club was named 2019 Golf Inc. Clubhouse of the Year.

The property’s rolling land was once part of a storied Southern family estate.

Build the trip

If you’re building a Central Mississippi getaway

CourseAccessWhy it's on the listTrip

Country Club of Jackson

Private

Home of the PGA Tour’s Sanderson Farms Championship

Annandale Golf Club

Private

Cupp-designed, beautifully groomed and strategic

The Refuge Golf Course

Public

Excellent public-access round with resort facilities

The Township at Colony Park

Public

Convenient, casual, walkable locality

Madison or Ridgeland for best club and travel access

Course DNA

If You Like Reunion Golf & Country Club

Courses with the most similar DNA profile — matched by deviation shape across all eight playing characteristics.

Strong DNA Match8.0

Wine Valley Golf Club

Walla Walla, Washington

Why it matches: Wine Valley Golf Club is a natural next stop after Reunion Golf & Country Club: it a comparable balance of challenge, variety, and character.

Strong DNA Match7.2

Capital City Country Club

Tallahassee, Florida

Why it matches: If Reunion Golf & Country Club is your kind of course, Capital City Country Club is worth a look because it a comparable balance of challenge, variety, and character.

Strong DNA Match8.0

Stanford Golf Course

Stanford, California

Why it matches: Stanford Golf Course is a natural next stop after Reunion Golf & Country Club: it a comparable balance of challenge, variety, and character.

From the community

Community Sentiment

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