Jacksonville, Florida, and its surrounding Northeast Florida region, often referred to as Florida's First Coast, is a prominent golf destination offering a diverse range of courses for all skill levels [1] [2] [3]. The area boasts over a dozen public courses within Jacksonville itself, alongside numerous private and semi-private options, contributing to the region's total of 68 publicly accessible courses [3] [4].
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The golf courses in Jacksonville and the broader Northeast Florida area include a mix of championship layouts, historic venues, and beginner-friendly options. Many courses are set amidst natural Florida landscapes, featuring mature pines, wetlands, and coastal views [1] [2] [3].
Notable Golf Courses in Jacksonville and Northeast Florida
Bent Creek Golf Course is a highly-regarded public course in Jacksonville, known for its championship layout and value [1] [2] [5]. Designed by Bobby Weed with Mark McCumber, this 18-hole, par 71 course meanders through a natural setting of mature pines and native Florida wetlands [1] [5] [6]. It is a certified Audubon Sanctuary, offering opportunities to observe native wildlife [1]. Bent Creek also features a world-class, lighted practice facility and hosts junior camps [1] [5]. It has been recognized by Golf Digest as a "top five all-time golf value" and was included in Golf Pass's List of Top 25 Most Improved Golf Courses for 2023 [1] [5].
Blue Cypress Golf Course is a city-owned facility that reopened in 2020 after major renovations [3] [7]. Originally a 9-hole course ("Big Blue"), it expanded in July 2025 with the addition of a new 3-hole loop called "Little Blue," forming "The Dozen" [7]. This course aims to be accessible for golfers of all skill levels [7].
Blue Sky Golf Club, an Arnold Palmer Signature Design, is centrally located in Jacksonville [8]. It underwent significant renovations in 2014, including an updated driving range with Toptracer technology for day and night practice [8]. The club offers both 9-hole and 18-hole options and has a relaxed atmosphere with no dress code [8].
Brentwood Golf Course is a historic venue that has hosted significant events, including the Jacksonville Open in 1945 and 1946, won by Sam Snead [9] [3]. It serves as the home course for The First Tee of North Florida, supporting youth golf programs and high school teams [9].
Cimarrone Golf Club is a semi-private, 18-hole championship course designed by David Poselthwait [10] [3]. It is rated 4 Stars by Golf Digest Places to Play and was chosen as one of the Top 100 Golf Courses in Florida [10]. The course features a natural grass range and short game areas [10].
Hyde Park Golf Club, designed by Donald Ross in 1925, holds the distinction of being the oldest public course in Jacksonville [11] [3]. It was historically part of the Men's and Women's PGA Tours in the 1940s and '50s [11].
Jax Beach Golf Club is recognized by Golf Digest as one of the "Top 30 Places to Play in Florida" [12].
Julington Creek Golf Club in Saint Johns, FL, offers a challenging 18-hole experience with doglegs and undulating fairways [13]. It provides practice facilities including a chipping green, putting green, and driving range [13].
Windsor Parke Golf Club, designed by Arthur Hills, is a semi-private, 18-hole championship course in Jacksonville [14]. It has hosted qualifying events for prestigious tournaments like the US Open and US Amateur [14]. Notably, it is recognized by the NGCOA as a "Beginner Friendly" golf course, being the first certified club in Jacksonville for this distinction [14].
Other Notable Courses and Golf Experiences in the Region
Northeast Florida is also home to TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, which hosts THE PLAYERS Championship annually in March [2] [3]. The public can play its two championship courses: THE PLAYERS Stadium Course, famous for its "Island Green" 17th hole, and Dye's Valley Course [3]. Tee times for the Stadium Course start at $600 per player from September to May [3].
Other courses in the broader Northeast Florida area include:
- Amelia National Golf & Country Club [3]
- Dye’s Valley Course at TPC Sawgrass [3]
- Eagle Landing Golf Club [3]
- Fernandina Beach Golf Club [3]
- Golf Club at South Hampton [3]
- Hidden Hills Golf Club (an Arnold Palmer Signature layout) [3]
- King & Bear at the World Golf Village Resort [3]
- Ocean Course at Hammock Beach Resort [3]
- Oak Marsh at Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa [3]
- Royal St. Augustine Golf Club [3]
- Slammer & Squire at the World Golf Village Resort [3]
- St. Johns Golf & Country Club [3]
- St. Johns Golf Club [3]
- The Amelia River Club [3]
- Pablo Creek (a private Tom Fazio design) [4]
- Timuquana Country Club (a private Donald Ross design) [4]
Beyond traditional golf courses, Jacksonville offers other golf-related activities such as practicing at TopGolf, shopping at the PGA TOUR Superstore, and using golf simulators at places like Fore Score Golf Tavern [2]. The region also hosts other tournaments like Constellation Furyk & Friends in October [2].
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- Golf Club of Jacksonville. [jacksonville.gov]↩
- Welcome to Blue Cypress Golf Course. [golfbluecypress.com]↩
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- Welcome to Brentwood Golf Course. [brentwoodgolfcourse.com]↩
- Welcome to Cimarrone Golf Club. [cimarronegolf.com]↩
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