Orange County National - Crooked Cat: #9
A view of the 9th green at Orange County National - Crooked Cat Course
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4.4
2309 Reviews (2309)
5 Stars
1443
4 Stars
638
3 Stars
140
2 Stars
47
1 Stars
41
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.4
87.3%
Recommend this course
2123 out of 2309 reviews
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4.3
46 Reviews (46)
5 Stars
30
4 Stars
10
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
4
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.1
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.6
87.0%
Recommend this course
40 out of 46 reviews
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4.4
73 Reviews (73)
5 Stars
43
4 Stars
22
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
4
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.5
86.3%
Recommend this course
63 out of 73 reviews
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Course Highlights
Crooked Cat's thoughtfully designed layout and plush, consistently well-maintained fairways make it a standout destination for repeat visitors. Friendly, accommodating staff and strong overall value complete a course experience that regularly exceeds expectations.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Links
Par 72
Length 7493 yards
Slope 139
Rating 76.0

The Crooked Cat Course is one of two 18-hole regulation courses at the Orange County National Golf Center and Lodge. The facility is also home to a nine-hole executive course. The Crooked Cat Course is a challenge with dramatic elevation changes and rolling fairways that are framed with mounding. The golf course has a links-style design with large, contoured greens and wide landing areas. Water hazards and several bunkers come into play throughout. There are also trees and native heather present on the course for a naturally beautiful atmosphere. Orange County National's Crooked Cat Course is favored among low handicappers due to its length and difficulty.

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Course Details

Year Built 1998
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Champions Bermuda Ultra Dwarf Turf Grass
Golf Season Year round

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code No denim, collared shirt and bermuda shorts required

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Lodging

Lodging Available

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Locker Rooms

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Reviews

4.4
2309 Reviews (2309)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 84
Brunch 35
Watching the Game 33
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 115
Undulating Greens 87
Forced Carries 86
This course/club is great for:
Locals 105
Advanced Golfers 104
Playing Multiple Courses 97
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 120
Near Local Attractions 61
Convenient to the City 56

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Played On
Reviews 41
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Pace of Play was a joke

Almost everything was fine - great course, great layout and great condition but ranger not in sight for the whole 5 hours and 5 minutes the round took - 7 guys (yes SEVEN) in one group playing a scramble game a few holes ahead and a also the group in front of us playing a scramble game which took forever - extremely disappointing experience.

Conditions Good
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 36
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Enjoyable Day

Course & Pro-shop was in great condition. Staff was very friendly and helpful from the club drop off, check in, starter, and cart girl, club pick up flawless and an All-round 5 star experience. Thanks to all involved.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 34
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Bring Your Long Game

This is a very nice golf course. The layout is straight forward and it plays long. There are several holes where the ability to shape your shot comes in very handy. Unless you hit over 250 off the tee I would recommend playing one of the more forward tee box options. There is a nice "play the correct tees" sign at the starter kiosk. It is pretty accurate.

Overall, it is a really good course and a must play if you are in Orlando.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Enjoyable Round

I've played this course several times and enjoy it for the challenge it offers, but it's also fun to play as it's fairly forgiving from the tee box. The course was in very good shape from tee to green and pace of play was good. There are a couple greens where it looks like they are trying to patch up a few spots around the edges

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 31
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

New greens

Lovely golf course in great condition! New greens don’t hold so playing short an pitch and put is warranted.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Value for Money in Question

Expensive round at a professionally designed and laid out course. I found the biggest issues was with the concept of rentals etc. They did not provide balls with rentals and you had to buy sleeves afterward. Staff were kind of stand offish the hole day. Pace was slow, but sometimes that happens. I think they can definitely have a better process for this. I am a tourist though, and I would say this course is not structured for tourists.

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

OCN Crooked Cat is always a great stop

I have played the courses at OCN for almost twenty years. Most of the rounds were played while staying at the lodge on the property. The practice facilities are among the best you will see anywhere. The staff was very friendly upon check in and the staff at the bag drop was friendly and helpful. The course conditions were good as usual. The course is challenging but lots of fun. I always recommend OCN to any friends that are heading to Orlando for golf.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Advanced
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 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice kayout

Was out favorite course in Orlando two years ago, but not worth the price they charge this year. Hopefully conditions will improve by our next visit. Will not go back again this year.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

By Far Best Value for Orange County Residents

I can’t think of another golf course in the area that has better value than CC or Panther Lake for that matter. There was a bit of a rough patch in conditions when the weather turned extremely cold (rare) but has since recovered nicely. Course plays hard in the wind - not much water at all but which may be why I like it so much lol. Greens are new and maturing nicely - they do not hold great but are not bouncy. Some pin spots can be very challenging and the new greens are not easy to read. Overall a great complex.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 32
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Highly overpriced for what you’re getting

Greens very good.

Fairways just about ok

A lot of bunkers never seem to be raked

Staff all good and very friendly

Certainly not a bad experience but far behind a number of courses in the area at a lesser price. Felt it had deteriorated since last year. I’m playing around Orlando 3 times a week for the last 5 weeks and this is say is the poorest review I’ve given. Sadly I won’t be returning. At the prices being charged I expect a more premium offering

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice course, slow play

We enjoyed the course. Had a group of older gentlemen in front of us and they were very slow. We waited every shot on the back side. Other than that, it was very enjoyable. I know the slow play isn’t the fault of the golf course. Would definitely like to play panther next time.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
First Time Playing

Got Ran Off the Course By Maintenance

Course was in great shape, but had a horrible experience. By the time we reached hole 4, the entire maintenance crew was directly next to us with several running pieces of heavy equipment. On top of this, they were rushing us through our round by standing next us while hitting shots from the bunkers so that could rake the bunkers while we were on the green putting. This lasted through hole 9 where we asked a manager if they could have them wait until we were done playing the hole to get what they needed done. Instead of doing this, we just got told by the manager, I believe Alex, that we weren’t important because they had a big-money tournament the next day and the maintenance crew had things they needed to get done. The only thing he offered to remedy this was another discounted round of 18 for the final 9 holes we hadn’t completed. We reluctantly agreed to this offer but it was immediately rescinded when they realized we booked through TeeOff. Contacted TeeOff customer service and they reached out to the course just for them to tell TeeOff that the course was playable on the given date. Essentially turned into $500 dollars wasted for a group of guys who never splurge on nicer courses. Real bummer to start the golf trip.

Conditions Excellent
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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