Demanding for pros yet fun for all players, Bardmoor epitomizes Florida golf at its finest. Pristinely manicured, the course features TifEagle greens that rival tour status. State-of-the-art practice facilities, an award-winning golf shop, and outstanding service complete your experience. PGA Tour winner Gary Koch completed renovations in 2001 and his mastery is still paying dividends. In fact, in our opinion Bardmoor has never looked better. The club is located southwest of Tampa in the town o...

As the centerpiece of a gated community, The Bayou Club is a classic Tom Fazio design. Fazio's genius is most evident on the back-to-back par 5's on the front side and back-to-back par 3's on the back. You'll surely be wowed by the entire layout, but the killer 216-yard 16th hole is something extra special. With 419 Bermuda fairways and Tifdwarf greens, you'll also be wowed by course conditions. If that's not enough, the 32,000-sq-ft clubhouse will certainly put you over the top with full-servic...

The serene views and picturesque grasses surrounded by 100-year-old oak trees, towering pines, and natural marsh will make you believe you're a champion long before you tee off. You'll enjoy the 7165-yard Ron Garl design as you thread your way through 13 lakes. Let Bloomingdale Golfers Club treat you like royalty and see why golfers return time and again. Just 15 minutes east of downtown, Bloomingdale invites you to "Accept the Challenge ... Get Back to Nature ... Play the Best."...

This exciting new links course called for all of architect Steve Smyers' years of skill and ability in course design. The goal — to build a challenging test of golf, a pleasurable experience for all skill levels, a stern challenge for long hitters. As a reclaimed phosphate mine with few stands of native oaks, the original terrain was flat. The topography now features undulating fairways (six connected by winding bridges) and multi-tiered tees and greens, many surrounded by well- placed bunke...

If you haven't played Cheval in a while, you need to schedule a round here on your next trip. Well-known architect Steve Smyers was recently brought in to totally redesign Karl Litten's original layout. The result is astonishing with generous landing areas and large well-bunkered greens that roll true and fast. However, be sure to bring your "A" game as you can find water everywhere. This exclusive country club is located 20 minutes north of Tampa airport in Lutz, Florida....

Crescent Oaks Country Club is a full-service golf and tennis club. The 6,914-yard eighteen hole championship course was designed by Steve Smyers with the technical expertise of Jim Colbert. The well-bunkered, links-style course is carved through scenic conservation areas, picturesque lakes, and natural wooded areas. It is perfectly suited for vacationing golfers of all abilities. Be sure to stop in the clubhouse for...

Located just north of Tampa Bay Downs (20 minutes north of downtown), The Eagles features two 18-hole golf courses surrounded by over 30 lakes, ponds, and canals. The Lakes sports an abundance of water hazards, elevated greens and many fairway bunkers. Designed by Ron Garl and Gary Koch, the Forest features the signature island-green sixth hole, which rivals the famous 17th hole at the TPC at Sawgrass. These two outstanding courses are kept in "tournament condition" year round....

Located just north of Tampa Bay Downs (20 minutes north of downtown), The Eagles features two 18-hole golf courses surrounded by over 30 lakes, ponds, and canals. The Lakes sports an abundance of water hazards, elevated greens and many fairway bunkers. Designed by Ron Garl and Gary Koch, the Forest features the signature island-green sixth hole, which rivals the famous 17th hole at the TPC at Sawgrass. These two outstanding courses are kept in "tournament condition" year round....

Conveniently located within 15 minutes of Tampa International Airport, Emerald Greens Golf & Country Club features 27 holes of freshly redesigned Dan Maples championship golf. This is the only Dan Maples design in Florida, and this amazing track is characteristic of the great work Dan is famous for in Pinehurst. This upscale private course is only available for play by guests of its brand new vacation villas (opening in the fall 2007) and its members. The scenic layout is comprised of three dist...

Thirty minutes north of Tampa in New Port Richey you'll find the fabulous 18-hole layout at Fox Hollow. The upscale, semi-private facility features a $2 million clubhouse with panoramic views of "The Hollow" (holes #1, #10, and #18). Rated by the Tampa Tribune as one of the area's "Top Three" golf courses, Fox Hollow has hosted the USGA Amateur Publinks Qualifier, PGA Senior Tour's GTE Suncoast Classic Qualifier, and MasterCard Grand Masters Pro-Am. The course is also one of only a handful of co...

The Golf Club at Cypress Creek offers dramatic terrain with tight fairways and heavy bunkering. Sculpted around 600 acres of natural woodlands, the popular course provides beautiful views of these woods and the wildlife within. Designers Steve Smyers and Dean Refram created a terrific and fun test with elevated greens and water on 13 holes. The facility also features a nicely maintained 18-hole executive course and a clubhouse with full-service bar and restaurant. Located in Ruskin, it's an easy...

Designed by Jed Azinger & Gordon Lewis, the 6900-yard layout is located just around the corner from Cheval and right up the street from TPC Tampa Bay. One of Tampa's most popular daily-fee facilities, it features five sets of tees; well-manicured fairways; large, undulating greens; and water on the majority of holes. Virtually surrounded by natural beauty, it's a stunning design that plays between natural conservation areas and cypress heads....

At 6976 yards from the back tees, Heritage Isles is sure to challenge even the most seasoned player. Even though water comes into play on all 18 holes, it is the short game that will be tested most. Players with that "deft touch" will be at a distinct advantage over their competitors. Located just minutes off I-75 and easy to get to, the scenic layout winds through cypress heads and natural wetlands....

Course designer Scott Pate, of Seaside Golf Development, has done wonderful work on the new course at Hernando Oaks. The layout wanders through beautiful Florida countryside and was designed with a sense of fairness in mind. The fairways tend to be wide and forgiving, but there's just the right amount of water to keep your attention. Your score will be determined mostly on how well you handle the elevated and undulating greens. You'll find Hernando Oaks about 45 minutes north of Tampa in the tow...

The Copperhead Course at Innisbrook is considered one of the best resort courses in the country (as rated by Golf Digest) and is host to The Transitions Championship, a PGA Tour event. The par-71 course plays over 7,350 yards from the back tournament tees and is a very stern test of golf with terrific greens. The course is best characterized by its tree-lined fairways and rolling natural setting. It's actually more reminiscent of a Carolina layout than its location on Florida's West Co...

This beautiful 18-hole layout has tight fairways and well-bunkered greens, placing a costly premium on accuracy from tee to green. Wildlife abounds here, as it does on all of Innisbrook's courses, and includes several families of Red-Tail Hawks on the back nine, many Ospreys on the lakes around holes 3 through 7, and several alligators!...

Highlands South features many a great selection of holes. Among its many challenges is the 210-yard, par-3 9th hole, featuring a very difficult-to-hit island green. The 6,620-yard course offers abundant water and other hazards of differing forms including well-bunkered greens and waste areas reminiscent of Pinehurst....

One of Innisbrook's four championship courses, the Island Course, was the first to open for play in December of 1970, and still offers Innisbrook's most diverse golfing challenge. Just slightly shorter in length than the famed Copperhead, the Island unfolds into 18 truly unique holes. The varying terrain, coupled with a variety of tee placements, can challenge both the professional player as well as the weekend golfer. The Island's first six holes are dominated by lateral water hazards and fair...

The new North course at Lake Jovita is a tremendous compliment to the original South course. This great new track captures the essence of the fabulous South course in every aspect, and even boasts greater elevation changes, divergent of traditional Florida courses. In fact, on a clear day players can see for nearly five miles to the northeast from the second tee! The new North course is perhaps more fashionable, plays a little longer, and is as popular with club members as the South course. For ...

Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club, surrounded by rolling hills, is one of Florida's "must-play" venues. Located 30 minutes north of Tampa and only 70 miles from Orlando attractions, the original South course was rated by Golf Digest as one of the "Top 10 New Upscale Courses" in the United States.

The club features two outstanding courses spread out over some of Florida's most unusual terrain. In fact, the 559-yard, par-five 11th hole on the South Course features a 94-foot e...

Thirty minutes northwest of Tampa in Palm Harbor, you'll find one of the area's undiscovered gems. Bordered by stands of trees, this tight layout has no parallel fairways, making it an unusual design. With water on 16 holes, shotmaking and correct club selection are essential. Lansbrook has recently replaced the greens with smooth running Tifdwarf Bermuda and the course is maintained in absolutely perfect condition. For Masters' fans, hole #11 is reminiscent of #16 at Augusta National....

Lexington Oaks Golf Club is one of Tampa Bay area's newest courses, carved from a landscape that was centuries in the making. Over rolling hills and through narrow fairways, golfers will enjoy the challenge created by the setting's diverse topography. Forests of towering live oaks and bald cypress domes, distinctive to the South, provide a shady backdrop for this exciting layout. A highly playable course, Lexington Oaks promises to provide a memorable outing for all. Located 20 minutes north...

For an outstanding golf value, Northdale's classic 18-hole Ron Garl design stands firmly above the rest of Tampa Bay's favorite golf courses. Nestled in the heart of Tampa, Northdale Golf & Tennis Club is just minutes away from the airport, beaches, and major Bay Area attractions. This classic Florida-style layout has only two parallel fairways, which allow you to enjoy the view of the natural terrain. The always well-maintained course winds its way past Bushy Creek, a series of small lakes, and...

You'll find this David Harman design just north of Tampa. The links-style design includes ample greens, wide fairways, and elevated tees. Harman did a marvelous job with the framing and tee design of Plantation Palms. Great consideration was given to beginners and higher handicap players, while also providing a challenge for the accomplished player. A beautiful clubhouse offers great amenities including a fully stocked golf shop and a bar and grille with "the perfect bill of fare for the golfing...

This beautifully manicured WCI course features two distinctive nines. The front nine has an open links feel with wide fairways and greens that will accept only your best bump-and-run approach shots. The home nine requires more accuracy from tee to green as it meanders through a large conservation area with water that comes into play on every hole. Most fairways are lined with stately pines and ancient oaks. Finally, the TifEagle Bermuda greens are such a pleasure to putt they'll bring you back y...

Experience the challenge of a Joe Lee designed championship course with 7007 yards of lush surroundings and precisely manicured grasses. Then enjoy the luxury of a 15,000-sq-ft private Aspen Lodge style clubhouse nestled amongst rolling fairways and brilliant greens. This club has been designed for maximum enjoyment and the highest quality of service. Be captivated by the scenic environment of this private club on your next trip to Tampa....

The Saddlebrook Course was originally designed by Dean Refram in 1976. Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay redesigned the course when building the Palmer Course in 1986. The Saddlebrook Course provides a longer challenge than the Palmer with tighter, tree-lined fairways. Just like the Palmer, you'll find water on 17 of the 18 holes. The course is well-known for its finishing hole, a tough par four with a difficult second shot over a substantial water hazard to a vvery undulating green. Make four here and...

The par-70 Palmer Course at Saddlebrook plays much longer than it's 6,469 yards. With water on 17 of the 18 holes, players find themselves thinking their way around this Arnold Palmer design. The par-five, fourth hole is a perfect example with water on the right and out of bounds on the left off the tee. The second shot doesn't get any easier with trees lining both sides of the fairway. Finally, an elevated and well-trapped green awaits your third shot as you attempt to reach the green in regu...

Enjoy golf at a private country club! Built in 1962, and renovated in 2007, this classic Florida layout features an excellent variety of holes that make for a memorable day on the links. Seminole Lake Country Club offers championship golf set amongst native Florida landscaping and scenic views of Long Bayou. This par-71 design plays 6501 yards from the tips and five sets of tees provide a pleasurable experience for golfers of all abilities. A full-service restaurant and bar with great food and f...

Southern Hills invites you to preview their distinctively different course, the only private Pete Dye course in the Tampa area. The terrain is unlike that of any other, with elevations of 60' to nearly 250' and yardages from 5205 to 7557. This phenomenal course opened in early 2006 to rave member reviews. Golfweek has named Southern Hills "One of the Top 50 New Courses in the United States" and "One of the Top 100 Residential Courses in the United States". Take advantage of this limited opportun...

Designed by Ron Garl, this course has many characteristics of a Scottish links with wide-open, rolling fairways. Many areas of the course have un-mown roughs, sandy waste areas, and large pot bunkers. Despite having water on 12 holes, the course is fairly forgiving and won't beat you up too bad if you're not playing your best. However, when the wind gets up it can be tough to score. Summerfield is in Riverview, 30 minutes southeast of Tampa....

Tampa Palms Golf & Country Club is a fantastic private track designed by legendary golf course architect Arthur Hills. The course is generally framed by thick forest and pristine lakes, and lends the feeling you are playing in a tropical nature preserve. Although the club rests within the Tampa Palms community, there are very few homes surrounding the golf course. The golf course requires precision shots from tee to green in order to score well, so be sure to play the proper set of tees for your...

For the first time in its history, the esteemed Temple Terrace Golf & Country Club is affording traveling golfers the opportunity to enjoy the golf experience only its members have known. Located just minutes east of Busch Gardens, it is conveniently located to most area hotels. This classic country club opened in 1922 and has been at the center of community life in Temple Terrace ever since. Schedule a round here on your next vacation to enjoy this incredible classic country club atmosphere!...

The TPC of Tampa Bay is the annual host of the Outback Steakhouse Pro-am, a Champions Tour event. Designed by architect Bobby Weed and PGA Tour Design Services, this track is "stadium golf" at its best with man-made mounds bordering most fairways and greens. The course is perfectly maintained from tee to green and features dramatically undulating greens and water on 14 holes. The TPC facility also features a magnificent 12,000-sq-ft clubhouse overlooking the exhilarating finishing hole. Located ...