The Claw at USF, managed by Billy Casper Golf, is one of Tampa Bay's most challenging public golf courses and is also one of the most beautiful. Boasting newly regrassed greens and fairways (2009) the course is in the best condition anyone has seen in the past 25 years. The championship layout features long, tight fairways lined with majestic oaks,... More

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, wh... More

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 ... More

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 ... More

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" ga... More

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 g... More

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... More

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 lay... More

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... More