Contraband Bayou Golf Club: what golfers should know
Contraband Bayou Golf Club is the on-site 18-hole, Tom Fazio–designed golf course at L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles; it includes a driving range and plays across resort grounds along Contraband Bayou. Golfers should book tee times through the resort’s golf/pro shop and expect a scenic, resort-accessible public Fazio layout rather than private-club service.
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Course overview
Contraband Bayou Golf Club at L'Auberge is an 18-hole course designed by Tom Fazio and located on the resort property. Sources describe it as the property's on-site, public Fazio course.
The course routes across the resort grounds with water hazards and bridges that are visible from aerial images of the property, giving golfers a mix of lakeside and parkland holes.
- 18 holes, Tom Fazio design
- On-site driving range available
- Public-access course operated with the resort
| Feature | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Layout | Lakeside holes with water hazards and bridges |
| Access | Public course on resort grounds |
| Practice | On-site driving range |
Practical info for booking and play
The resort publicity and property dossier indicate tee times are handled through the resort’s golf/pro shop; the exact booking channel and green fees are not published here, so call the resort or pro shop to confirm tee times and rates.
Golfers should ask the pro shop about cart availability, practice-range hours, club storage, and preferred starting-hole policies before arrival.
- Call the hotel or golf pro shop to reserve tee times
- Confirm cart policies and practice-range hours on arrival
- Ask about club storage or bag drop if needed
| Pre-arrival | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Tee times | Reserve by phone with resort/pro shop |
| Fees | Not listed here—confirm with pro shop or resort |
| Equipment | Check cart and bag storage availability |
Getting there, parking and course access
L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles is at 777 Avenue L'Auberge, Lake Charles, LA 70601. The nearest airport is Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH), a short drive from the resort; rideshare, taxis, and rental cars are common ways to reach the property.
The resort provides complimentary self-parking and valet parking for guests. If you’re staying on property, ask the front desk whether the course has a separate entrance or check-in point for golfers when you arrive.
- Address: 777 Avenue L'Auberge, Lake Charles, Louisiana, 70601, US
- Nearest airport: Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH); short drive
- Parking: Complimentary self-parking and valet for guests
| Transport | Notes |
|---|---|
| Airport | Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH); 10–20 minute drive typical |
| Local transit | Limited public transit—rent a car or use rideshare |
| Shuttle | No dedicated airport shuttle confirmed; resort runs a trolley to nearby Golden Nugget |
Where to stay before and after your round
If you plan to play Contraband Bayou, staying on-site at L'Auberge keeps you closest to the course and resort amenities. Room types listed for the property include Luxury Room, Executive Room, and Luxury Smoking Room; confirm bed configuration when you book.
The resort’s nightly resort fee covers Wi‑Fi, fitness center access, in-room bottled water and coffee, and pool access—check the front desk or BookResorts agent for current inclusions and any additional golf-related packages.
- Room names on record: Luxury Room; Executive Room; Luxury Smoking Room
- Nightly resort fee includes Wi‑Fi, fitness center and pool access
- For tee times or combined stay-and-play packages, contact the resort or your booking agent
| Room type | Note |
|---|---|
| Luxury Room | Available with 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Executive Room | Available with 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Luxury Smoking Room | Available with 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
On-site facilities that matter to golfers
Beyond the course and driving range, the resort provides practice and leisure facilities that golfers commonly use: a fitness center, spa (Spa du Lac), and multiple dining options on property. Spa du Lac and the fitness center have age restrictions—guests must be 18 or older to use the spa and fitness center.
Use the resort’s restaurants after your round; Ember Grille and Wine Bar is the signature steakhouse with a Resort Casual dress code, while quicker options like Modern Pantry and Asia offer faster service for shorter post-round meals.
- Spa du Lac: full-service spa—18+ for appointments and fitness access
- Fitness center open daily starting around 6:00 AM; complimentary for registered guests
- Dining: Ember Grille and Wine Bar (reservations recommended), Drago’s, Asia, Modern Pantry, The L Bar, Daiquiris and Dogs
| Facility | Useful for golfers? |
|---|---|
| Spa du Lac | Recovery treatments and massages; 18+ policy |
| Fitness Center | Warm-up or cross-training; complimentary for guests |
| On-site dining | Multiple options for steaks, seafood and quick bites |
Nearby activities and planning a golf trip
Lake Charles offers additional attractions for a multi-day trip: North Beach, Sam Houston Jones State Park, the Creole Nature Trail, and local museums. These provide off-course activities for families or non-golfing companions.
If you plan to travel during festival season or peak local events (for example, Louisiana Pirate Festival or Mardi Gras), check local calendars; spring and fall are noted as comfortable times of year in Lake Charles weather summaries.
- Nearby: North Beach (white-sand inland beach) and Sam Houston Jones State Park
- Creole Nature Trail for scenic drives and wildlife viewing—allow several hours for the loop
- Consider timing trips outside hurricane season (June–November) or monitor forecasts if traveling then
| Activity | Approx. travel time from resort |
|---|---|
| North Beach | A short drive from downtown Lake Charles |
| Sam Houston Jones State Park | About 15–20 minutes |
| Creole Nature Trail | Up to roughly 45–60 minutes to core trail sections |
