Arnold Palmer
Golf Course Architect
Biography
Arnold Palmer — "The King" — was not only golf's greatest ambassador but also a prolific course designer. Through Arnold Palmer Design Company, he created and redesigned over 300 courses worldwide. Palmer's designs reflect his aggressive, go-for-it playing style, featuring risk-reward opportunities, dramatic par 5s, and courses that reward bold play. Bay Hill Club & Lodge in Orlando, his longtime home course, is perhaps his most famous design and hosts the annual Arnold Palmer Invitational.
Design Philosophy
Palmer believed golf courses should be fun and dramatic, with clear risk-reward opportunities that encourage aggressive play. His designs typically feature reachable par 5s, driveable par 4s, and green complexes that reward accurate iron play.
Courses by Arnold Palmer in Our Directory (10)
Saddlebrook Resort - Palmer Course
Tampa, Florida · resort · Est. 1986
$60–$120
TPC Piper Glen
Charlotte, North Carolina · private · Est. 1989
Members Only
Aviara Golf Club
San Diego, California · resort · Est. 1991
$150–$275
Aviara Golf Club
San Diego, California · resort · Est. 1991
$175–$295
The Governors Club
Nashville, Tennessee · private · Est. 1999
Members Only
SilverRock Resort
Palm Springs, California · public · Est. 2005
$60–$140
TPC Twin Cities
Blaine, Minnesota · semi-private · Est. 2000
$90–$175
The Landings Club - Marshwood
Savannah, Georgia · private · Est. 1973
Members Only
ArrowCreek Golf Club - Legend
Reno, Nevada · semi-private · Est. 1999
$60–$120
The Bog Golf Club
Saukville, Wisconsin · public · Est. 1995
$60–$100
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