The Inside Swing

Golf in Florida: Complete Guide

Florida is America's year-round golf paradise. With more courses than any other state, perpetual sunshine, and a golf culture that permeates every corner from the Panhandle to the Keys, the Sunshine State is where America plays golf.

Overview

Florida's flat terrain might seem limiting, but creative architects have turned it into an advantage — from Streamsong's moonscape former phosphate mines to Pete Dye's island greens. The state hosts multiple PGA Tour events, serves as home base for countless touring professionals, and offers golf at every price point.

Top Golf Cities in Florida

Golf Regions

Central Florida

Orlando's resort corridor and the revolutionary Streamsong Resort put Central Florida on the serious golf map.

Tampa Bay

Innisbrook, World Woods, and proximity to Streamsong make Tampa Bay a diverse golf region.

South Florida

Miami, Naples, and Palm Beach offer tropical golf with historic courses and luxury resorts.

Northeast Florida

TPC Sawgrass and the World Golf Village anchor the Jacksonville/St. Augustine golf corridor.

Best Time to Play

October through April is peak season statewide. Summer brings afternoon thunderstorms but dramatic price drops. South Florida is warmest in winter; North Florida can get cool December through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best golf course in Florida?
Streamsong Resort's three courses (Red, Blue, and Black) are collectively the most acclaimed golf destination in Florida. Seminole Golf Club in Juno Beach is the most revered private club.
How many golf courses are in Florida?
Florida has approximately 1,300 golf courses — more than any other state in the country — spread across virtually every region.

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