3 Best Golf Courses in Tampa, FL

“Countryway Golf Club is a family-owned business that features 18 holes, par 61, with a length of 3503 yards at a slope of 92. The Golf Club is a challenging executive golf course with beautiful undulating greens and fairways, and water hazards come into play on 14 holes. Nationally known architect Steve Smyers designed Countryway’s par 61 course, which has seven par 4’s and eleven par 3’s. The golf course is testing enough for more seasoned golfers, but it is still player-friendly and sufficient for beginners to enjoy. The rolling terrain gives undulations in both the greens and fairways. Countryway Golf Club also offers membership options to all golfers. They have membership with unlimited access to their beautiful 18-hole golf course and practice facilities.”

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“Rocky Point Golf Course is a 18 golf course that opened the course for business, making it the first golf course in the state. The course was open for 31 years until the US entered World War II in 1942. During the war, the Federal Government closed the course and built barracks on the property to house prisoners of war. The Tampa Sports Authority still manages Rocky Point today, along with Babe Zaharias Golf Course, Rogers Park Golf Course and Raymond James Stadium. The dedicated team at the course offers comprehensive golf lessons tailored to cater to players' diverse needs and abilities. Whether you're a beginner aiming to grasp the fundamentals or an experienced golfer looking to refine your techniques, Rocky Point Golf Course instructors are equipped to provide guidance and support throughout your golfing journey. By offering golf lessons, Rocky Point Golf Course cultivates the sport and provides an inclusive and accessible environment for individuals to enhance their skills, catering to all different skill levels. Rocky Point Golf Course offers Pro Shop for rental set, availability and reservations.”

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“Heritage Isles Golf & Country Club has 5 sets of tees, Blue-6,236 yards, and White-5,615 yards, make Heritage Isles a fair, challenging, and fun golf experience. Rick Bradshaw is the General Manager and two-time PGA Section Teacher of the Year. The No. 7 hole is the signature hole of the Heritage Isles course. It’s a double dogleg par-5 that is 558 yards from the back tees and 405 yards from the forward. The forward Red tees course measures 4,832 yards, which is very flexible for golfers with a shorter, straighter drive. This club knows what members are looking for a great golf course, lots of fun activities and parties, a chance to compete and sharpen their skills, and an opportunity to meet new friends and playing partners. Heritage Isles Golf & Country Club has the only driving range in the New Tampa Area. Their pro shop offers a broad range of apparel and other golf products.”

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