Orange County National - Crooked Cat: #9
A view of the 9th green at Orange County National - Crooked Cat Course
GolfPass Icon
Rating Index Rating
Tooltip Information Icon
4.5
2334 Reviews (2334)
5 Stars
1460
4 Stars
644
3 Stars
141
2 Stars
47
1 Stars
42
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.4
90.2%
Recommend this course
2146 out of 2334 reviews
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
4.4
63 Reviews (63)
5 Stars
43
4 Stars
13
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
4
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.6
88.9%
Recommend this course
56 out of 63 reviews
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
4.4
78 Reviews (78)
5 Stars
52
4 Stars
18
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
5
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.2
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.6
89.7%
Recommend this course
70 out of 78 reviews
Read Reviews
frame.svg
AI summaries based on real golfer reviews
circle-star.svg
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.

Book a Tee Time at
Crooked Cat: Orange County National
Powered by GolfNow.com

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

Accolades

The Best Way To Book Is With GolfPass+ Annual
golf ball.svg
$120 in monthly tee time promo codes
waivedfees
12 rounds of waived fees
redeemtrophy
GolfPass Member Pricing
teetime protection.svg
Tee Time Protection

Reviews

4.5
2334 Reviews (2334)

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

Numbers based on reviews tagged with attribute.

Reviewer Photos

Advanced Filters
Overall Rating
Recommended
Handicap
Age
Type of Golfer
Gender
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/24/2022

Thank you for your recommendation! We here at Orange County National appreciate our guests taking the time to tell us about their experience! We look forward to seeing you out again very soon!

Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/24/2022

Thank you for your 5-star review! We here at Orange County National appreciate our guests taking the time to tell us about their experience! We look forward to seeing you out again very soon!

Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Another Great Round at Orange County National - Crooked Cat

I typically play Orange County National twice a week. Often practicing my short game on the Tooth course and then a full round of 18 holes on either Panther Lake or Crooked Cat. The courses are always in great condition and the staff and grounds crew are A-1. Highly recommended.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/18/2022

Thank you for your 5-star review! We here at Orange County National appreciate our guests taking the time to tell us about their experience! We look forward to seeing you out again very soon!

Played On
Reviews 27
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Consistently excellent

Played on a mid-summer afternoon/evening, so hot and humid. Late in the day so no cart person. But the course was in excellent shape, as always, and it remains another excellent layout in the Central Florida golf scene

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/18/2022

Thank you for your review. We will pass along your positive experience to our team at Crooked Cat at Orange County National. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Not for new golfers

Very strict on pace of play. Our group of 4 were all relatively new golfers, so we were behind pace. Luckily we were on a “slow” time of day, but we had staff come up to us and asked us to speed it up.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/18/2022

Thank you for your 5-star review! We here at Orange County National appreciate our guests taking the time to tell us about their experience! We look forward to seeing you out again very soon!

Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Orange County National

Even with the greens punched this course was great! Enjoyed the fabulous Fairways and greens were terrific. Nice job to the 19th hole! Great food people drinks! AAA +++

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/18/2022

Thank you for your 5-star review! We here at Orange County National appreciate our guests taking the time to tell us about their experience! We look forward to seeing you out again very soon!

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/03/2022

Thank you for your 5-star review! We here at Orange County National appreciate our guests taking the time to tell us about their experience! We look forward to seeing you out again very soon!

Played On
Reviews 13
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

It’s a “golfers course”

First time playing and walked off with a 97, and with a smile on my face. First off, it’s kept immaculately. The course is designed to be challenging and temp you into some fun shots. I’m a about an 18 handicap, give or take over time, and this place is just a big bunch of fun. It gives you the chance to hit some bad shots and still get creative to make them up. It’s definitely challenging, make no mistake, but it’s not disheartening when you hit a bum shot. Pace of play was right on, so can’t complain there. The Starter was a grouch, but hey, I probably would be too if I was out in Florida heat at 65+ years dealing with a bunch of smart Alec golfers. Anyway, great course, very fun and challenging. Hit ‘em straight y’all!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/02/2022

Thank you for your review. We will pass along your positive experience to our team at Crooked Cat at Orange County National. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Orange County Crooked Cat

Superb course and layout. A challenge for all golfers and a real hidden gem in Orlando away from all the hustle and bustle. Staff could not have been more welcoming.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/02/2022

Thanks for the amazing review and for choosing Crooked Cat at Orange County National. We hope to see you again soon!

Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good course at great facility

First time playing the Cat. Very enjoyable round. Good layout and conditions. Found the greens to be a little inconsistent from a speed perspective but that could have been me. A little difficult finding a ball just off the fairway many times. Course is just as good as Panther.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/02/2022

Thank you for your review. We will pass along your positive experience to our team at Crooked Cat at Orange County National. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 91
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing

A True Golfing Test

This course is amazing. Everything in great condition - the rough was just that and would often cost you a stroke

The layout really makes you think what club you want to use. The par 3s were a really challenge I was surprised by amount of undulation on the course (FL is flat!) which added to the interest

I will certainly be looking for a good deal to get back here (as normal rates are a little high)

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/02/2022

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Crooked Cat at Orange County National.

Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/29/2022

Hello, thank you for visiting us at Crooked Cat at Orange County National. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 305
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/29/2022

We would love to hear more about your positive experience on our course. Please contact us to share your favorite part of your experience and what we can do to earn that last star! Thanks for golfing at Crooked Cat at Orange County National!

Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

The Cat is Awesome

It is always a pleasure to play at Orange County national. Their staff is on the ball and always treat you right. The facilities are top notch and getting some ice and water in your cart is an added bonus. We played early so the pace was great but they always have Rangers out there moving people along. The layout of both courses are amazing and you can pick which tees provide the best challenge. The greens were in great shape and while there were a few patches that need work on the course, their crews where there adding new sod.

Get there as early as you can as their practice facilities are some of the best in all of Florida.

Keep up the great work.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/29/2022

Hi, thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Crooked Cat at Orange County National.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
3.0
Previously Played

5 hour

5 hour to play. The front group even left beer and fireball bottles in the tees...no even one Marshall in the entire course....also the fairways and greens don't look the way is used to be.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/02/2022

We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. We are going to pass on your feedback to the team. Thanks for visiting Crooked Cat at Orange County National, and we hope to see you again in the future.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful

I didn’t score as well as I would like but this course is absolutely fabulous and in great condition I’d recommend it to anyone

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/29/2022

Hi, thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Crooked Cat at Orange County National.

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great layout, excellent conditions, and plenty of diversity.

We played Crooked Cat. The course is in excellent shape. The layout is interesting and appealing. Each hole has a unique element which keeps you interested and on your toes.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/28/2022

Thank you for your 5-star review! We here at Orange County National appreciate our guests taking the time to tell us about their experience! We look forward to seeing you out again very soon!

Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Stay out of the rough

Course is in great shape. Played from green tees in tough humidity and barely any wind. Greens have fully recovered from aeration and are playing very true. Early tee time and crew was mowing on the front. Rough is penal and can create challenging approach shots.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/29/2022

Hi, thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Crooked Cat at Orange County National.

Played On
Reviews 33
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Hit em straight

The rough in some spots is deep and can be tough to get out of for weekend hackers.

Course in great shape.

Greens still recovering but zero putting issues.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/03/2022

Thank you for your 5-star review! We here at Orange County National appreciate our guests taking the time to tell us about their experience! We look forward to seeing you out again very soon!

Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/29/2022

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Crooked Cat at Orange County National!

Nearby Courses
Winter Garden, Florida
Public
4.4021085449
2492
Winter Garden, Florida
Public
4.5346824657
507
Lake Buena Vista, Florida
Resort
4.4654045526
311
Lake Buena Vista, Florida
Resort
4.4519632072
834
Lake Buena Vista, Florida
Resort
4.4938285411
954
Winter Garden, Florida
Private
3.9453551913
183
Windermere, Florida
Private
4.7857142857
14
Winter Garden, Florida
Public
3.2671315893
484
Kissimmee, Florida
Resort
3.8495632872
1223
Lake Buena Vista, Florida
Resort
4.6396396396
222
Kissimmee, Florida
Resort
3.2697426797
162
Kissimmee, Florida
Resort
3.5849056604
901
Golf Packages

Best of Orlando Golf Package

FROM $77 (USD)
ORLANDO, FL | Enjoy 2 nights' accommodation at The Lodge at Orange County National and 3 rounds of golf at Celebration Golf Club, Orange County- Crooked Cat and Orange County- Panther Lake.

Orlando Getaway Golf Package

FROM $167 (USD)
ORLANDO, FL | Enjoy 3 nights' accommodations at SpringHill Suites or TownePlace Suites and 3 rounds of golf at Celebration Golf Club, Orange County National, and Walt Disney World Golf.

Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge Stay & Play Package

FROM $227 (USD)
ORLANDO, FL | Enjoy up to 5 nights’ accommodations at Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge and up to 4 rounds of golf at your choice of Bay Hill Golf Club, Disney’s Magnolia Golf Course, and Celebration Golf Club.

Omni Orlando Resort At Championsgate Stay & Play Package

FROM $167 (USD)
CHAMPIONSGATE, FL | Enjoy up to 5 nights’ accommodations at the Omni Orlando Resort at Championsgate and up to 4 rounds of golf at your choice of ChampionsGate Golf Club - International Course, ChampionsGate Golf Club - National Course, Waldorf Astoria Golf Course, and Shingle Creek Golf Course.

Orlando Buddy Trip Golf Package

FROM $97 (USD)
ORLANDO, FL | Enjoy 3 nights' accommodation at The Fountains Resort Orlando and 4 rounds of golf at Celebration Golf Club, Orange County National, Shingle Creek Golf Club and Falcons Fire Golf Club.
Now Reading
  • Home

  • Memberships

  • Library

  • Account