The Bridges Golf Resort at Casino Magic is a creation of Arnold Palmer and the Arnold Palmer Course Design team The Bridges opened in February 1997 and has since hosted such events as the Mike Ditka Legends Celebrity Tournament the Brett Favre Celebrity Golf Tournament the PGA Tour s Buy com Pro Am the NGA Hooters Tour several Gulf States PGA events the Gulf Coast Open the All American Intercollegiate and many more prestigious events Voted Best Golf on The Gulf Coast The Bridges continues to receive accolades from leading area and golf publications Set amidst the the towering pines vast wetlands and the Bay of St Louis this Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program course proves that nature and golf can reside in harmony This course has wetlands that create hazards on every hole The terrain is rolling with mounds that can cause uneven lies The large fast greens are slightly sloped and several are protected by Scottish style bunkers Guests of the hotel may reserve a tee time up to a year in advance For information on the course or the Arnold Palmer Golf Academy call toll free 800 562 4425