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4.2
1765 Reviews (1765)
5 Stars
1156
4 Stars
432
3 Stars
113
2 Stars
35
1 Stars
29
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.0
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.3
86.2%
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1636 out of 1765 reviews
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4.1
34 Reviews (34)
5 Stars
14
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
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2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.8
Layout
4.7
Pace
3.7
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.5
82.4%
Recommend this course
28 out of 34 reviews
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4.1
34 Reviews (34)
5 Stars
14
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.8
Layout
4.7
Pace
3.7
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.5
82.4%
Recommend this course
28 out of 34 reviews
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Course Highlights
El Campeon's scenic layout consistently earns high praise for its lush fairways, well-rolling greens, and fair design. Friendly staff and strong value for money make this Central Florida course a rewarding choice.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 72
Length 7015 yards
Slope 136
Rating 73.8

The highly popular El Campeon Course at Mission Inn Resort consistently ranks in the top 10 of Florida's many golf courses. The course originally opened in 1917 and decades later in 1992, it was joined by a second 18-hole course, Las Colinas. El Campeon is not only one of the state's oldest golf courses but also one of its most challenging. The traditional design remains largely unchanged except for a renovation in 1926. The course winds through towering forests and numerous spring-fed lakes. The layout features water on thirteen holes as well as dramatic elevation changes that measure over 85 feet across the rolling fairways and undulating greens. The signature hole of the golf course is the par-5 17th. This lengthy double dogleg possesses more hazards than some entire courses do.

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Course Details

Year Built 1917
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Ultra Dwarf Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect C. E. Clarke (1926) George O'Neil (1917)

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, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code No t-shirts or tank tops. Shorts are allowed but must be proper style and length. No tennis shorts or athletic shorts.

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities, Spa

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Reviews

4.2
1765 Reviews (1765)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 56
Dinner 42
Brunch 39
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 139
Water Hazards 122
Bunkers 112
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 103
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 96
A Weekend Splurge 87
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 130
At a Resort 99
In the 'Burbs 37

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Played On
Reviews 30
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Always Enjoyable

Other than my score on the back 9 the was PERFECT!! Thanks Louis.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 30
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great day

Great day

The course was in great shape the staff was extremely professional and friendly it’s a fantastic way out very challenging and overall as the title says it was a great day

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 88
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing

Amazing course

From the time my buddy and I checked in to when we left the course the experience was great. They are following social distancing. The course was in great shape and yeah device from the staff of keeping the bar below the whole was excellent advice. When I was above the hole, and putting it was true and fast. The layout of the course is amazing and there are plenty of wildlife to see during your round along with excellent golf holes.

This was my first time playing this course, I live in Sanford and will definitely drive back the hour it took me to get there to enjoy another awesome round of golf.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Central Florida's Best

Been living in C.FLA for 15+ years and of all the places you can play, this is the best value for the money. With the stellar conditions, relatively inexpensive greens fees and elevation changes, it's definitely the gem of the area. Well worth the extra windshield time.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 58
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played

Simply the Best

How can you not love Mission Inn? I have played courses in Arizona, Colorado, Ireland and all over Florida. Mission Inn is my favorite. It is always in great shape and the greens are fast and true. Even when they aerated the green they roll great. The course is challenging and beautiful. If there is a better course in Florida I have not found it. I have played here many times and it is always well manicured. The staff is friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend this course to anyone,

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
4.0
First Time Playing

Just OK

The course layout is nice, considering the elevation changes for a Florida course. With that being said there are several other courses in Central Florida that also have great elevation changes to create a challenging play for Florida. I would prefer to pay the lower price to play at one of those courses versus the overpricing to play at this course. Price for play it’s a better value to play at a more averaged price course here in Central Florida, which there are many options to fall in that range.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great challenge

Good challenge. This course will test your game on all levels

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 20
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Amazing

This course is phenomenal! Greens are very nice. Layout is amazing and views are even better. Not sure how this course hasn’t had more tournaments. Amazing day!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 30
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Hidden Gem

When you hear Howey in the Hills you say where is that? It is close to Orlando and only an hour north of Tampa. It is worth the drive from anywhere. Louis and his staff are the best! As far as the course you will not think you are in Florida, with the elevation changes. Course condition could not be better, and my group had a great time.

Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Great shape

Tried El Campeon for the first time. I know now why it’s called that. Tough layout but in phenomenal shape. Lush fairways and fast but true greens. Elevation changes are exceptional and challenging. Will play again for sure.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great day!

It was great to get out during the craziness that’s going on. It was a beautiful morning and the course was great. We flew around, were treated like family and had a great burger when we were done. Looking forward to playing again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful day, tough course!

Lovely day, lovely course but plan on a ton of marks on your scorecard. This course is flat out hard. Absolutely beautiful though.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great course

Very nice greens. The fairways had only a few bare spots and just near the edge - most in excellent condition. Played the white tees, about 6200+ yards. it was fun! Some daunting greens, all fun. Staff was exceptional. Well worth the cost and time to get there. I will definitely return.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 103
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

GREAT DAY AT THE MISSION INN

ALL GOOD OWN CARTS GREENS GREAT NOT TO FAST COULD BE QUICKER, STAFF GREAT COURSE NICE SHAPE

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Covid golf

The course is always a gem. During this Covid period there is no drop off. Staff abides by social distancing and the playing conditions are great.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 73
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Orlando Crown Jewel (Not in Orlando)

I'm always surprised to meet a "golfer" living in the Orlando Metro that has not played Mission Inn. You simply will not find a course in Orlando Metro with a more challenging layout.

Cons - Distance. It took me an hour to get there but I've never been disappointed when I arrived.

Pros - Everything else. This course held the NCAA Championship (I believe) like 3-5 years ago. I also believe they were scheduled to hold a PGA event this year.

If you are not careful with your shot selection, you will easily have a triple digit score. Watch out for #17!

Before the Covid pandemic they had an excellent seafood buffet served on the weekends.

Enjoy!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 53
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice Day of Golf

The course is a bit challenging but I did bring my score down from the last time I played here. The course was in good shape and the pace of play was fine. I will definitely play this course again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

El Campeon

Great Course! Great Shape! Nobody there! I love this place. I would recommend this to anybody

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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