White Heron Golf Club
About
White Heron Golf Club (formerly known as Ridgewood Lakes Golf Club) has had many accolades over its history and for good reason. The Ted McAnlis layout is sculptured from lush rolling land and features immaculate playing conditions year round. Water and natural wetlands come into play on 16 of our 18 holes and the resident breeze can significantly change the course from day to day. Yet despite the natural beauty and obvious pedigree of the layout, with four sets of tees the course is still enjoyable for golfers of all levels.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
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| Black | 72 | 7409 yards | ||
| Blue | 72 | 6907 yards | ||
| White | 72 | 6393 yards | ||
| Gold | 72 | 5881 yards | ||
| Red (W) | 72 | 5294 yards |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 76.5/144 | 392 | 442 | 395 | 560 | 392 | 210 | 607 | 190 | 425 | 3613 | 397 | 620 | 230 | 545 | 442 | 206 | 434 | 423 | 380 | 3677 | 7290 |
| Blue M: 74.2/139 | 378 | 420 | 377 | 520 | 342 | 190 | 555 | 165 | 392 | 3339 | 361 | 560 | 225 | 510 | 422 | 196 | 404 | 387 | 326 | 3391 | 6730 |
| White M: 71.9/131 | 336 | 397 | 330 | 495 | 333 | 160 | 505 | 155 | 382 | 3093 | 334 | 527 | 210 | 460 | 392 | 173 | 379 | 360 | 297 | 3132 | 6225 |
| Yellow M: 69.5/124 W: 75.5/130 | 283 | 374 | 294 | 447 | 305 | 145 | 475 | 135 | 314 | 2772 | 271 | 450 | 170 | 410 | 301 | 139 | 353 | 315 | 240 | 2649 | 5421 |
| Green M: 66.9/119 W: 71.9/125 | 278 | 334 | 287 | 358 | 290 | 124 | 390 | 107 | 285 | 2453 | 211 | 350 | 150 | 350 | 293 | 129 | 310 | 310 | 232 | 2335 | 4788 |
| Handicap | 13 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 12 | 8 | 18 | 14 | 2 | 10 | 16 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 13 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 7 | 6 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 14 | 18 | 4 | 10 | 16 |
Course Details
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Golf Advisor: Top 25 Most Improved U.S. Golf Courses (2020 #1)
Reviews
Reviewer Photos
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Photo submitted by 61qZ7JAAqqI2mOVX7dvK on 07/25/2025
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Hidden gem Photo submitted by jazzy1810 on 07/10/2025
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2nd shot on the Par 5 - still managed a birdie. Photo submitted by josiemay on 05/17/2025
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Accurate shot needed Photo submitted by jazzy1810 on 08/26/2024
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Photo submitted by FAST4U on 07/25/2024
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Photo submitted by dlpetrella on 07/06/2024
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Photo submitted by dlpetrella on 07/06/2024
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Photo submitted by dlpetrella on 07/06/2024
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Photo submitted by jazzy1810 on 06/23/2024
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Photo submitted by Cop4God on 06/04/2024
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Photo submitted by MHKIDD on 03/16/2024
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Photo submitted by MHKIDD on 03/16/2024
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Photo submitted by MHKIDD on 03/16/2024
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Photo submitted by MHKIDD on 03/16/2024
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Photo submitted by u314161790046 on 10/24/2023
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Photo submitted by blakecannon on 10/17/2023
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Photo submitted by PaulSturgess on 10/10/2023
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Photo submitted by PaulSturgess on 10/10/2023
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Photo submitted by PaulSturgess on 10/10/2023
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Photo submitted by PaulSturgess on 10/10/2023
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Photo submitted by MrMcCarter9 on 07/24/2023
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Photo submitted by GTWRECK on 05/13/2023
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Photo submitted by u000004080709 on 01/07/2023
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Photo submitted by rafaerosas on 12/25/2022
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Nice touches Photo submitted by sandier on 12/20/2022
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White heron Photo submitted by sandier on 12/20/2022
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4th tee box Photo submitted by sandier on 12/20/2022
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Photo submitted by avrunner02 on 06/09/2022
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This is how all of the green looked. Photo submitted by ZxPw4vZwNv1XPm2PFjif on 05/31/2022
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Photo submitted by u033216939 on 03/30/2022
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Photo submitted by u033216939 on 03/17/2022
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Photo submitted by Darren2542652 on 02/27/2022
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Photo submitted by Darren2542652 on 02/27/2022
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Photo submitted by Darren2542652 on 02/27/2022
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Great par 3! Photo submitted by SYz0vH5624OsXpDGZuTz on 01/21/2022
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Not really in play but cool bunker! Photo submitted by SYz0vH5624OsXpDGZuTz on 01/21/2022
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Photo submitted by Scarantinom on 01/07/2022
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Photo submitted by Scarantinom on 01/07/2022
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Photo submitted by u000005582728 on 01/21/2021
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Photo submitted by u491522621 on 11/29/2020
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Photo submitted by u491522621 on 11/24/2020
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Photo submitted by u491522621 on 09/20/2020
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Photo submitted by GerardLennon1810 on 05/08/2020
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Photo submitted by GerardLennon1810 on 05/08/2020
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Photo submitted by hxV5FfW16DltxvV2VHza on 03/26/2020
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Photo submitted by hxV5FfW16DltxvV2VHza on 03/26/2020
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Photo submitted by Teetotaller289 on 03/11/2020
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Photo submitted by Teetotaller289 on 03/11/2020
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Photo submitted by Teetotaller289 on 03/11/2020
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Photo submitted by Teetotaller289 on 03/11/2020
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Photo submitted by Teetotaller289 on 03/11/2020
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Photo submitted by Teetotaller289 on 03/11/2020
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"Finest greens in Polk County" Photo submitted by JeffMizunoMP54 on 04/02/2017
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10th Tee Box Photo submitted by chadone75 on 07/05/2015
I would play here just for the staff
Honestly the course is a little rough and can use some pruning, but was in great shape where it counts (greens, bunkers, tee boxes). Only played 10 today before I got rained out and I would have given this a 3 maybe 4 star but the staff put it over the top for me. Everyone from the cart guy to the starter to the pro shop guy to the owner were super friendly. The owner even gave me a free 18 to come back and play again and I definitely will be back. Also, side note, the restaurant looks like it’s going to be excellent (Korean, Italian, American fusion) so I’m looking forward to that too. Thank you to the staff!
Good course gone bad
It is a shame to see a great track go downhill this way. This is a great layout that use to have great conditions consistently, not sure what happened but today was my first time playing it in a couple years and I was very disappointed. The greens are decent with some sandy patches but everything else is way below standards. I would not recommend to anyone that does not live in the community.
Thank you for playing White Heron Golf Club,
When I look at reviews and see only average or below for Staff, that's when I discount the rest of the review.
The course for this time of year is very playable for the amount of rain we receive and we are in our maintenance season which is why our rates are so low. The Greens are in excellent shape and yes there are a couple of small turf repaired areas which are near the collar not affecting the putt at all. Next time contact the pro shop with your issues so we can address them directly.
Thank you, WHGC
Great staff and course layout
Staff in pro shop and starter were so friendly and helpful. We went back twice more based on them the layout and the greens. Fairways need so work but most enjoyable.
Run down
They have let this place go! It used to be great value for the money but now it’s not. After getting bit by fire ants on the very first hole it’s nothing but weeds mud and bald spots. The only saving grace is the greens are decent but do have a few bare spots.
Thank you for playing White Heron Golf Club, we appreciate any honest remarks on our facility. We have been fighting extremely wet conditions that causes limited mowing schedules, to all of the wildlife on our course this time of year, which is great to look at, but can wreak havoc on the course. We are by know means "run down". The course is very playable and the greens are in excellent shape. We have adjusted the cost to play this challenging course, which everyone really appreciates. It is a Championship Layout and will test every part of your game, please try us again in the near future.
Thank you, WHGC
Pro Shop
Pro Shop had mostly womans items and apparel. Tried to get a shirt or hat for a friend.
all womans apparel.
All around great course
This is a difficult course. It’s not for new players. Water comes into play on the majority of holes. Fairways are not too tight. There’s a good amount of sand as well. You definitely get your money’s worth.
Great layout...
I enjoy this course...BUT...the conditions right now leave a lot to be desired. Tee boxes and some fairways was more dirt than grass. The greens were actually pretty good! I know we get a lot of rain in the afternoon and all the courses handle the rain better than others. I hope they keep making improvements, we like playing there and I am certain we will be back.
Not sure how this course gets high ratings.
This course looks and felt like it was abandoned 2 years ago. I was first surprised to learn that there were no cart girl which I would definitely prefer in the hot summer months for mid round refreshments. The course was in terrible shape. Grass of all different heights throughout and the tee boxes were in shambles. The bathrooms on the course had no light fixtures and the sink didn’t even turn on. There were no trashbags throughout the course and by the looks of it on the hole with the bridge trash has been collecting in the railing for sometime. Lost several balls because of random holes and tall grass patches in the fairways which was disappointing for a fairway hit. The best part of the round was the end because the man who helped us clean our clubs and load them was very personable. It’s sad because it has such high potential and if it was in good shape would definitely be a great course to play. It is definitely challenging as well so I enjoyed that aspect of the round.
We have had an enormous amount of rain lately that it's a miracle we can still open. It is so obvious that when the golf course is this wet we cannot keep on our daily mowing schedule, again like we've said before we are discounting the price due to the wet conditions,
Today we have no restrictions and are drying out nicely. There was rain damage in one ladies room, not bathrooms. There is no tall grass in the fairways, that is called the rough and yes we have different heights of grass: Greens, collars, rough, fairway, waste areas. Every hole has a trash receptacle. Again just have fun.
WHGC
Apparel
No men type hats, shirts, etc..
Seems like a woman ordered all, merchandise in Pro Shop.
Going down
Very disappointed. Played this course many times over the years and the conditions vary considerably. Currently. Tee boxes are in very bad shape to unplayable. Fairways bad to very bad. Some maybe 50% no grass. Greens were ok. Won't go back till conditions greatly improve.
Thank you for playing White Heron Golf Club. We are working everyday to improve the conditions during our maintenance season. Being a golf course with 20 bodies of water when .we get has much rain as we have lately it is a herculean task to mow, fertilize, and maintain a pristine course. That is why are rates are reduced and we tell every player about the conditions. I do have to disagree with your assessment of our fairways though, they are very good.
We take opinions seriously and hope your next visit will be more enjoyable.
Thank you, WHGC
Was a good course
Don’t know what happened, but course has taken a turn for the worse. Weed, bug, bare areas, bad tees. Greens in decent shape, but rest of course is failing. Very wet as well, but that’s to be expected since it’s the rainy season.
Thank you for playing White Heron Golf Club, please review the comments previously as it will address your concerns. When we inform players that it is very wet, we mean very wet. I don't understand why players are surprised when they play a FL course. We have reduced our rates so Fl. residents have a break from paying the high in season prices, everyone can enjoy themselves without breaking the bank. This is a Championship Golf Course and one of the toughest challenges in Central Fl.
Please try us again in the future and you can always contact us direct with your issues.
Thank you, WHGC
Challenging front 9!
Fun tight course! Bring your A game and hit them straight
Bring your A game is right. Thank you for your comments and for playing White Heron Golf Club. It is especially challenging during these very wet days.
Hope to see you soon, WHGC
Mayb because it’s summer
Mayb because it’s Summertime but the Cranes are doing a number on the course. Greens are in good shape sandtraps are hard not sandy and the rough is not good and there are lots of places where there isn’t any grass it was in better shape a month ago
Thank you for playing White Heron Golf Club. We appreciate your comments on the course, it helps us improve.
During these hot months we are keeping up with maintenance and course changes so that we can bring a better product throughout the year, that is why the rate is so low, but it is still one of Central FL. great layout. The cranes do love it out here along with all of the other wildlife do to the fact we have an abundant amount of water and areas for breeding.
Hope to see you soon
WHGC
Touugh course
Really enjoyed my round.You have to be accurate with the amount of water on the course.Green were excelent and ran true fairways were decent but think the tee blocks could do with some attention.But all in all great value for money & well worth a visit!!!
Thank you for playing White Heron John and thank you for the honest review. We work hard everyday to bring the players a great product and it is an ongoing challenge. We appreciate the constructive criticism as it only makes us better.
Once again Thank you, WHGC
Worst Course Ive Played
Probably the worst course I've ever played! Grass have not been cut in a long time. Fairway were over grown, tee boxes all dirt, green haven't been cut and rough was all dirt and overgrown. Maintenance around the course was terrible. I will never play this course again.
I don't know what golf course you played, but it certainly wasn't White Heron. There is not one truth to this review, especially when you give our staff a poor rating, now I know this review is bogus.
Hope you have a better day.
Thank you for playing White Heron Golf Club, we really appreciate the honest review and comments. I can't say enough about our staff and the effort they put into making your Golf experience a memorable one.
See you soon,
WHGC