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2.9
565 Reviews (565)
5 Stars
103
4 Stars
240
3 Stars
146
2 Stars
40
1 Stars
36
Conditions
2.3
Value
3.2
Layout
3.8
Friendliness
4.1
Pace
3.6
Amenities
3.2
54.8%
Recommend this course
442 out of 565 reviews
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2.7
15 Reviews (15)
5 Stars
0
4 Stars
3
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
2
Conditions
2.4
Value
3.3
Layout
4.1
Pace
3.7
Amenities
2.6
StaffFriendliness
4.1
53.3%
Recommend this course
8 out of 15 reviews
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2.5
44 Reviews (44)
5 Stars
2
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
14
2 Stars
11
1 Stars
10
Conditions
2.0
Value
2.9
Layout
3.8
Pace
3.5
Amenities
3.2
StaffFriendliness
3.9
43.2%
Recommend this course
19 out of 44 reviews
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Course Highlights
The staff at Ironwood consistently earns high praise for their welcoming and professional attitude throughout the round. The course layout rewards strategic shot-making, and rounds move along at a smooth, enjoyable pace.

About

Holes 18
Type Public/Municipal
Par 72
Length 6607 yards
Slope 127
Rating 72.4

Ironwood Golf Club has the distinction of being named one of Golf Digest's "Best Places to Play." Owned by the city of Gainesville, this popular course hosts more than 50 tournaments year. The course winds through a scenic landscape covered with century-old pines and sparkling lakes. Don't be surprised if you're joined by the wildlife that calls the course home, which includes deer and wild turkeys. The layout will keep you guessing with interesting twists and turns. The elevated greens have dramatic drops from front to back, making them a challenge to read. There are strategically placed bunkers throughout Ironwood Golf Club, as well as thick rough along the fairways. The obstacles combined with some tricky doglegs will make you think twice about swinging the driver too freely. Strategy, not strength, is the key to doing well on this course.

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Course Details

Year Built 1964
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect David Wallace (1964) Mike Beebe (2010) MacCurrach Golf (2010)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
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
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Beverage Carts

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

2.9
565 Reviews (565)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 20
Watching the Game 12
Patio Dining 6
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 20
Undulating Greens 15
Water Hazards 13
This course/club is great for:
Locals 21
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 21
Advanced Golfers 9
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 19
Near the Airport 19
Worth the Drive 10

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Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
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average

this course could use some work on the fairways and would be much more playable if the turf around the green was softer with more grass.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

fun course to play

This is a good public course to play in Gainesville. Last time we played, Monday, 4/15/2013, the greens were in good shape. The rest of the course could use some help but wasn't a problem. Very friendly people willing to help you.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 53
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

This course was a nice challenge.

Nice little course. A lot of turns and twists. Most of the greens were elevated with big falls from front to back. Greens were very tricky to read. They had been painted and were tough to hold. Only negative was the pace of play. The course was packed on a beautiful Saturday afternoon. Can't really complain about that! Just be prepared to wait, it's a popular course. A definite replay.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

???

Why must I add characters to my review if I don't want to?
the course is very nice. A top Municiple in the country..

Is this enough for you to accept my review.. ?

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Brian

I like this course Greens were in great shape.
Staff are friendly.

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