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Rocky Point Golf Course
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Rocky Point Golf Course has one of the most interesting histories of any golf course in Florida. Originally opened in 1911 under the name f the Tampa Automobile Club, it was one of the first courses in the state. It closed in 1942 due to World War II. After being turned over to the city of Tampa for a mere $1, it reopened in 1954 as Rocky Point Golf Course. It is the closest golf course to Tampa International Airport, only a 15-minute drive away. The layout provides a fair challenge water hazards coming into play on 11 holes and sand bunkers strategically placed throughout. Rocky Point Golf Course's lakes are home to an abundance of wildlife and also serves as a bird sanctuary.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 71 | 6328 yards | 70.5 | 119 |
| White | 71 | 5736 yards | 68.2 | 114 |
| Green | 71 | 5331 yards | 66.5 | 110 |
| Red (W) | 71 | 4925 yards | 67.9 | 118 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue M: 70.3/126 | 381 | 377 | 477 | 104 | 387 | 155 | 389 | 535 | 448 | 3253 | 375 | 190 | 521 | 165 | 358 | 511 | 190 | 358 | 394 | 3062 | 6315 |
| White M: 67.8/118 | 368 | 336 | 450 | 96 | 340 | 135 | 373 | 494 | 428 | 3020 | 333 | 168 | 485 | 140 | 325 | 466 | 150 | 305 | 362 | 2734 | 5754 |
| Green M: 65.2/112 W: 70.2/125 | 349 | 311 | 397 | 93 | 313 | 75 | 346 | 479 | 388 | 2751 | 321 | 151 | 456 | 120 | 310 | 433 | 117 | 279 | 349 | 2536 | 5287 |
| Red W: 67.9/117 | 328 | 280 | 385 | 78 | 280 | 65 | 329 | 432 | 378 | 2555 | 293 | 140 | 423 | 108 | 305 | 424 | 117 | 238 | 322 | 2370 | 4925 |
| Handicap | 13 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 5 | 17 | 9 | 3 | 7 | 14 | 16 | 4 | 18 | 8 | 2 | 10 | 12 | 6 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap (W) | 13 | 11 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 5 | 8 | 16 | 4 | 18 | 12 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 6 |
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1/5 Photo submitted by calebmc24 on 09/27/2025
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Tee box needs TLC Photo submitted by Walter6421436 on 04/20/2023
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Another Tee box Photo submitted by Walter6421436 on 04/20/2023
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Photo submitted by mreuther on 02/18/2023
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Photo submitted by u079110753 on 03/09/2022
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Photo submitted by u8247013 on 05/09/2021
Great price through Golf Pass
Overall good course in good condition. No real complaints other than the greens fees have gotten really too high over the last month. Booked a great rate through here. The savings help offset the 1/2 dozen balls that are now at the bottom of several of the ponds.
Worth an afternoon
We flew into Tampa Bat airport and after a 10 minute drive from car rental we checked in and were on the course using a Golf Now reservation. Great value and a great first round course to play when flying in from the mid-west tundra! We were surprised by the layout and the value. Don't pass this course up before you check into your first night in FL
Gerry
I was pleasantly surprised at the condition of the course . Pro shops staff very accommodating. Would definitely play there again !
Real review
Course conditions are fair. Some spots need some work but that can be expected with any of the city courses. I was happy with the speed of the greens but they are difficult to read as you will find putts breaking the opposite direction. Overall, a good option if you can find a round under 30 dollars I would take advantage of the opportunity. Very fun layout that will keep you on your toes.
Terribly Slow Round
We have played Rocky Point many times before. The course is good value for the money. The layout is nice and the course condition is good. Greens are fast and roll nice and true. Unfortunately there is no Marshall on the course. We ended up behind 4 old men who were playing incredibly slow. There were holes near the end of our round that were backed up 4 groups of golfers waiting for this slow group. It made for a very frustrating day. Just as a note, we have not encountered this issue in the past at this course. They should have a Marshall out there though to avoid problems like this
Good time
Course in good shape, pace a little slow, cost a bit high…need to lower the price.
New Year’s Eve Golf
Fun and challenging course! Paired up with an awesome family at the 1st tee box! Great pace on such a busy day. Only thing missing was a beverage cart. Course was in good condition.
Distractions
Lots to get distracted with at this course as it is near the airport and a few holes run along busy streets.
Course conditions were average.
Putting was very challenging as the ball would not stay on line and green conditions were sometimes in need of a bit more care.
Course is better each time I play
Today was the 3rd time in 3 weeks and the fairway grass is much better than before and the greens speed was a little slow but more than acceptable. I hope this trend continues
Rocky Point
Best greens I've seen so far this fall in the area. Run fast and true. It was slow and there was a slow 4some and some one learning in front of us and 3 separate singles behind us pushing . We finally got let thru on the back 9 and it was much more enjoyable.
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