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3.8
2726 Reviews (2726)
5 Stars
790
4 Stars
1119
3 Stars
447
2 Stars
196
1 Stars
174
Conditions
3.5
Value
4.0
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.6
77.3%
Recommend this course
2167 out of 2726 reviews
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3.6
105 Reviews (105)
5 Stars
24
4 Stars
41
3 Stars
23
2 Stars
13
1 Stars
4
Conditions
3.4
Value
3.9
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.6
StaffFriendliness
4.5
71.4%
Recommend this course
75 out of 105 reviews
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3.7
161 Reviews (161)
5 Stars
38
4 Stars
65
3 Stars
32
2 Stars
17
1 Stars
9
Conditions
3.3
Value
3.9
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.4
Amenities
3.6
StaffFriendliness
4.4
72.0%
Recommend this course
116 out of 161 reviews
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Course Highlights
The strategically challenging layout rewards thoughtful play and delivers consistently strong pace of play well under four hours. Friendly, flexible staff and solid value make this course a rewarding choice for repeat visits.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 7290 yards
Slope 143
Rating 76.5

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.

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Course Details

Year Built 1994
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Champions Turf
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ted McAnlis (1994)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Restaurant, Beverage Carts

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

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Reviews

3.8
2726 Reviews (2726)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 33
Brunch 9
Watching the Game 8
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 116
Bunkers 73
Forced Carries 47
This course/club is great for:
Locals 71
Advanced Golfers 62
Seniors 48
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 50
Worth the Drive 49
In the 'Burbs 33

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Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Simple course, no surprises. A good practice course.

This is not meant to be a negative review, but I just could not rave about the course. It's a course I would bring my spouse and family to, but not necessarily my golfing friends. It's quite ordinary, with no surprises, no holes that make you pause and just take in the sights, or admire the greens and hazards.

So would I golf this again, yes. But if I were on a golf trip and had to pick 5-10 courses to play, I would only pick this one as a default if other courses weren't available.

I would not book a golf trip around this course, but use it as a practice round for more "exciting" courses in the area.

I had a good time, just not a great time.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 26
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Great value

Enjoyed playing the course today, very challenging but fair.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Intermediate
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Value hot deal

Hot deal. Played as a single got through two threesomes. Course gets improvements every time I come here to FL. Twice a year trips. I like the new dueling teeboxes on 1 and 10. Greens were a 4 out of 5. But the tees were a 3. It was well watered just needed grow time. Will play again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

much improved

After 2 years tried this course again. Imrpovements are impressive. We had a nice round and will play again. Course is excellent value for money and staff very friendly and welcoming.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Amazing layout, super friendly staff

I played this course with 7 friends from overseas. We were all pleasantly surprised by the course layout, architecture, and impeccable conditions of the greens. The tee boxes are under repair, particularly on the front 9. Apart from that, the new guest relations/marketing manager stepped out of her way to greet us in person, very open to hearing our suggestions. This is probably the best value for your money in Orlando. Lastly, the new clubhouse is clean, very organized, and fully stocked with great merch and golf stuff. The food and drinks are great.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

I recommend this course

Very nice track. Enjoyable. Challenging but manageable. Good condition. Nice staff. Nice amenities. I would play it again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great course, great value

White Heron is a great layout, with lots of water, elevation, and shot selection is critical. The greens were not perfect, but very good, and rolled well. You could see alot of work being done around the course. Bunkers were in great shape. I played from the yellow tees, which did take out alot of the water, but it was still very challenging due to bunkers, trees, and streams throughout the course. Saw 2 alligators and lots of various birds. Glen in the club house was outstanding, as was the starter. I played by myself, until I caught another single about 5 holes in. Had a great round, and will be back next time in Orlando.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 04/26/2023

Thank you for joining us at White Heron Golf Club, it was a pleasure to have you play here.

We are constantly working to improve the course, along with the entire experience, keep checking our website for specials and events.

Can't wait to see you again,

WHGC

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

The course was in average condition. The greens were in good condition. I played here last year than they were in bad shape, so they have definitely improved the place.

The have a new pro shop and eating area which is a definite improvement from last time I was here.

Overall I like the layout, I will play here agin at some point depends on the price.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course improvements every year

I have played this course a couple times a year when I am in Florida. Each time there are improvements to the course. Enjoyed a quick round as a single going by two threesomes. Some of the tee boxes are still growing out. The course was well watered and the greens were about 80 percent. Got a hot deal on golf now.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Work in progress

This course has some interesting holes. The greens are in good condition a little bumpy but not terrible. tee boxes and fairways. Are in good condition. This course does offer some challenge. There are many holes that require a good shot off the tee and an even better approach. I enjoy this course during the spring and summer. The winter months pricing is a bit pricy as there are many much nicer courses for the same or a little more. There is work being done to improve the track and with a little more work it would warrant the winter pricing.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 23
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

This course is tight and very fun. First time playing a bit difficult to know where the trouble is. Next time we’ll have a better knowledge. We will play again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Wonderful course in the area

I’ve played this course 6 times since they redid the greens and tee boxes. It’s always in great shape and the layout is challenging, but fun. Great value and lucky to live 20 minutes away from this gem.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course in the Central Florida area!

The recently renovated course was in great condition and well maintained when we played. The staff there is super friendly and we enjoyed the course introduction and conversation with the started.

The club house in a great open atmosphere. I think one suggestion for improvement would be to take advantage of the dining area. The dining area could really be a great place to offer some good food and drinks to the players coming in. I thought the menu was a bit lack luster, and the day I went only some prepared ham or turkey sandwiches were available.

Overall I had a great experience at White Heron and look forward to playing there again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

MEC

Greens were in good shape but the fairways were in very poor condition, they need lots of tender caring

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 35
Skill Intermediate
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Thomas 0516

My cousin was in from out of town and wanted to play golf. Your course was highly recommended from my friend. We were not disappointed. Got greeted in the parking lot from your staff and brought us a golf cart. Pro shop was excellent and friendly. Course was in very good shape considering there has been minimal rain in our area . Course layout is very good. Lot of water and the pace of play was good . We were very satisfied.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

good day

I like the course the only thing I wasn't over joyed with was the price they charge for a large bucket of range balls $14.00 .

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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