Jacksonville Beach, FL
605 Penman Road South, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
About this course
Owned by the City of Jacksonville Beach, this municipal course underwent an extensive renovation in 2018 led by architect Harrison Minchew. The redesign introduced salt-resistant Platinum Paspalum turf on the greens and reconfigured the finishing holes to enhance playability. The course has a long history, originally opening as a private 9-hole facility over 50 years ago.
Jax Beach is the quintessential municipal success story, offering a 'beach golf' vibe that is both relaxed and surprisingly refined. Since the renovation, the conditions have improved dramatically, making it a must-play for locals and visitors who want to enjoy the sea breeze without the resort price tag. The finishing stretch is particularly memorable and offers a fun challenge for any golfer.
Type
Parkland
Region
Unlisted
Holes
18
Par
71
Yardage
6,750
Course rating
72.6
Slope
133
LooperAI score
78.8
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TPC Sawgrass (Valley)
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL · 5.8 mi away
The Valley Course at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida sits adjacent to the well-known Stadium Course and was designed by Pete Dye, Bobby Weed and player consultant Jerry Pate. It opened in 1987 on flat, marshy terrain that required extensive contouring and drainage work, with excavated fill repurposed to build spectator mounds. The layout runs through a residential section of the property and includes water hazards on nearly every hole, along with pot bunkers and bulkheaded lakes reflecting Dye's design trademarks. Open to resort guests and the public, the Valley Course has hosted several professional events, including a 1994 US Amateur Championship and various Korn Ferry Tour qualifiers.
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