A water accented par 72, 6,900 yard championship golf course that pleases golfers and birds alike. The beautifully manicured grounds are a refuge for hawks, ospreys, loons, ibis, herons and kingfishers. The course can be found just off the Heritage Harbor Parkway in Lutz, Florida, and was designed to be highly playable to novices yet pose unique challenges to experienced golfers. Website includes a scorecard, and golf articles.
Dunedin Country Club is run by the city but has a warm and welcoming atmosphere. First built in 1927 by architect Donald Ross, this 18 hole championship course was recently refurbished and is just like new (but remains in keeping with the well loved old-fashion design of Northstyle courses). The layout is a challenge, especially with the wind factor, but beginners will find DCC approachable and fair. Course rates at 6605 yards, with a par of 71.6, and the slope is 129. Website has a members only section, hole by hole reviews and a scorecard.
Located in Pinellas Park, Florida, near Tampa Bay. A family run business for over 3 decades, the 18 hole course at Mainlands Golf has 3 tees, and verdant Bermuda greens. There are a couple of par 5 holes, half a dozen or more par 3, and 8 par 4. It measures 4800 yards and provides plenty of risk/reward potential for golfers who hit long. They stay open every day of the year, host golf leagues, tourneys, and USGA rules govern all play. They have a dress code, a golf shop, and the website offers photos of the course.
Located near Tampa in Palm Harbour, Florida, this daily fee course is popular with new and veteran golfers alike. 18 holes with a par of 72, Lane Marshall created a private course feel without compromising the public course appeal. Fastidiously manicured, with excellent service from a knowledgeable and friendly staff. The course is equipped to hold tournaments and other golf events, and if you really love Lansbrook, well, you're in luck, the club offers memberships. The golf shop supplies everything from gifts to equipment, and features the best in name brand apparel and golf bags. You can book your tee times online.
Incredible value! Located right in Tampa Bay, Countryway tests advanced golfers but at the same time provides great enjoyment to novices. Par 61, undulating greens, holes with water features, and when you are done your round of golf visit the club for a hearty meal at their popular restaurant. Pro shop has brand name equipment, apparel and accessories for sale or rent. The website tells the Countryway story through photos, photos, and more photos. After browsing them I almost feel like I just went golfing! Green fees include the cost of the cart rental.
Scottish links located in Riverview Florida, is a perfect spot to host large or small events, or your next golf tournament. Pro shop on site, and each of their golf carts is equipped with a Geographical Positioning System so navigation from hole to hole is a breeze. Course has water features, nicely manicured greens, bunkers, and an island hole at the par 3, 15th "masterpiece". Website features online booking for tee times, email specials, membership information, and a calendar of events.
Par 72 Herbert Strong design first opened in the roaring twenties and still in possession of the same pizazz that marked that period. A local favorite for beauty and playability, the moss covered oaks and winding creek keep golfers coming back again and again. So do the Tiftdwarf Bermuda greens and lush fairways. Water is featured on 6 of the 18 holes. Golfers of every level will appreciate CCC's high caliber championship course, the 48 sandtraps, and the ease of the club being situated right in downtown Clearwater. Website features ratings, plus photos. Check out the driving range, the putting green, and the chipping green. Lovely! Ask about lessons at their golf shop.
An 18 holes of formidable championship golf located in Clearwater, Florida. Their academy is reputed to be one of the area's finest, which has much to do with their well loved head pro, Bitmore's very own Bill Shriver. He has played with the finest, learned from the best and taught a generation of golfers to play with grace. The layout of the course presents challenges to veteran golfers but has a soft edge, built right into the design. If you find yourself at the resort without your equipment, or suddenly moved by the beauty of the course to take golf lessons for the first time, you're in luck. The golf shop is fully stocked with everything you'll need or want to buy or rent. Par 71, Donald Ross design, it's been pleasing golfers for 80 years. See for yourself, book your tee times online today.
After 70 years of making a living designing golf courses, Robert Trent Jones Sr. knows all the secrets. To play the Apollo is to fly with the best. And you won't find another like it on the west coast of Florida. This signature course got the old man's full attention, and is endless joy to play. The much revered architect set out to ensure that anyone who golfs here would need to use all their skills and yet would have a good time. He succeeded. We owe him a thank you for leaving nature beautiful but providing Tampa area golfers with a supremely well designed layout. Website features a course description, and online tee time booking. 87 bunkers, an abundance of water, the length of the course ranges from 5195 to 7117 yards depending on your choice of tee.
18 hole golf course with lighted practice putting green and an all night driving range. The goal of this facility is to help players improve their skill. The chipping green and sand trap can be used during the day if you don't have time for a full game. The clubhouse is gigantic, but friendly and relaxing. It has a meeting room, a golf shop, and an outdoor patio. There are actually 2 courses in one, but both are considered slices of heaven. A particularly popular course with air force personnel. Visit the tropics today, a great place to take some lessons or chill out with a hassle free game of golf.
