Hyde Park Golf Club
About
Hyde Park Golf Club, built in 1925 by Donald Ross, is one of the oldest in Florida. In 1971, the golf course was purchased by former touring professionals Billy Maxwell and Chris Blocker, who have successfully restored it.
Rolling hills, gorgeous Spanish Oaks and towering Southern Pines make Hyde Park a lasting experience. A tour stop for the men's and women's professional golf tours in the 1940s and 1950s, the golf course gained a place in history during the 1947 Jacksonville Open. The great Ben Hogan took an 11 on the par-3 sixth, which became known as "Hogan's Alley." It has a deep-faced bunker to the right and water to the left.
Hyde Park Golf Club measures 6,468 yards from the longest tees for a par of 72. The course rating is 71, and it has a slope rating of 124.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Championship | 72 | 6468 yards | 71.0 | 124 |
| Regular | 72 | 6153 yards | 69.5 | 122 |
| Ladies | 73 | 5464 yards | 71.3 | 119 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Championship M: 70.4/123 | 372 | 361 | 387 | 224 | 496 | 151 | 377 | 331 | 455 | 3154 | 555 | 185 | 420 | 347 | 480 | 409 | 178 | 344 | 396 | 3314 | 6468 |
| Regular M: 69.1/120 | 363 | 341 | 371 | 209 | 478 | 132 | 367 | 309 | 442 | 3012 | 543 | 164 | 398 | 332 | 465 | 398 | 162 | 313 | 366 | 3141 | 6153 |
| Senior M: 66.0/113 | 357 | 321 | 313 | 189 | 424 | 120 | 357 | 276 | 428 | 2785 | 463 | 125 | 278 | 306 | 427 | 374 | 119 | 256 | 331 | 2679 | 5464 |
| Ladies W: 71.5/120 | 357 | 321 | 313 | 189 | 424 | 120 | 357 | 276 | 428 | 2785 | 463 | 125 | 278 | 306 | 427 | 374 | 119 | 256 | 331 | 2679 | 5464 |
| Handicap | 10 | 14 | 2 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 6 | 18 | 16 | 3 | 11 | 5 | 17 | 15 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 7 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 9 | 13 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 17 | 7 | 15 | 3 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 16 | 14 | 10 |
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Photo submitted by c2voice on 09/30/2025
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Photo submitted by c2voice on 09/30/2025
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Fairway Photo submitted by eleili on 10/05/2024
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Photo submitted by Kingofthecitay on 05/27/2023
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This is the only real scenery on the course Photo submitted by will2b5 on 04/14/2018
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#17 par 3 Photo submitted by jpmorgan08 on 06/07/2013
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par 5 on the front 9 Photo submitted by jpmorgan08 on 06/07/2013
Tough going
Rough ride,potholes on every cart path,jars your back
Don’t buy beer,turns to just froth because of how bumpy it is out there.
Starter,Ranger good guys..pro a bit aloof.
Pace of play was good this time,usually find one group can slow the whole course down.
Greens good,f/w’s decent,just a little patchy.
Becoming known for the wrong things
I used to love this course was a great value for your money, but then whoever in their maintenance department decided that this public Golf Course needed to have the most stupid non-realistic pins every single day of the week at this golf course. The person who sets the pins either does not play golf or hates all golfers. Hyde Park is becoming known for good value, but the worst pin placement in all of Jacksonville.
Avoid Hyde Park!!! Unprofessional and Rude Staff, No Pace of Play Enforcement!!
Booked a prepaid tee time for 12:57. Course has a cart policy that all carts have to be returned at 5:15pm, not posted on GolfNow, nor was it stated at check-in. It was on a note on the counter. Arrived to the golf course, no keys for carts. The most unprofessional organization that has been operating out of a small trailer for years. There is no food options before the round or after the round, just a poorly placed food truck near Hole 6. The pace was clearly busy, as you would expect on a Saturday in Florida but here is the kicker with the cart policy. We were backed up because you have a group that is at least 1 1/2 holes behind and do you think the Ranger did anything about it? Nope. Even after the Ranger came out and told us carts had to be in within 45 minutes, do you think they did anything to push that group to pick it up? Nope. a walker and two other riders caused a bunch of groups to not complete 18 holes. Why would Hyde Park allow riders to go out after noon if the Pace of Play is pushing 5 hours? Money, plain and simple. When our group was on the 18th hole, the course turned the sprinkler system on. Talk about the rudest treatment of customers. When I went into the golf shed (not going to call it a Pro Shop because this place is not worthy of the name) to address my concerns I was basically told the policy, and if I didn’t like I don’t have to play there. The employee would not provide his name, he is apparently the son of the owner and allegedly offered a refund to the group behind us. The kicker is that he allegedly told these gentlemen that they would no longer be allowed on property. One of the guys had been playing there for 40+ years. The culture of the staff is that of a carnival, not a golf shop. The “we just work here” mentality runs deep, do yourself a favor….go play Bent Creek or Eagle Landing. If you want to do 9, go to Brentwood. Whatever you do, do not give your money to Hyde Park. Donald Ross would be rolling over in his grave if he saw the way this golf course operates. Avoid at all cost, I will take my business elsewhere.
Really coming around
This course has seen some major improvements over the last year. They still have a ways to go but the potential looks very promising.
first time playing
Thoughly enjoyed course, great layout, pleasantly surprised. Ill play again.
Mr. Donald Ross wouldn’t be pleased!
100 year old Donald Ross layout, that’s the great news. The fairways & rough are 85% weeds. The greens are very thin & rough. The clubhouse is closed & the “pro shop” is a shed. Golf carts were nice.
Awesome Improvements
Had not played Hyde Park in 4 months and I was impressed with their progress. Positive change and improvement . I’ve always enjoyed the layout since first time playing it in 80’s.
Been playing here for over 40 years and this is best I've seen it!
This course has had a rejuvenation and is definitely on the right track. Can't wait to see the new clubhouse opening. It's a great layout, a good test of golf and playable for everyone. Plenty of grass in the fairways. The greens are bit slower than some courses but are rolling nicely and holding shots. If you haven't played here in a while give it a shot.
Great fun
We've had tons of rain lately but course drainage is very good. Some holes were understandably car path only, even on thes holes we never had to take relief from casual water.
Relaxing Round
Playing on Sunday seemed packed at first and was wondering if the pace of play was going to be an issue. It was steady. A layout thats good for the ego especially if you are one that's trying to recovering from a bad previous round. I wish they at least had a beverage cart to come around. Buy they have come a long way.
Tee time was canceled
The course was closed due to bad weather. I should not be charged.
Good course on way to being great
Played here many times and it’s as good as it’s ever been. Some improvements being made right now but all bearable because you can see what this course will become. Whoever is growing the grass knows what they are doing because I have seen this course look pretty rough in the past. Greens were very good and the fairways have come a long way. The owner is looking to bring this 100 year old trek back to its glory days and by all appearances he will succeed. Will be playing again very soon!
Great value and conditions
Have played here a few times over the years and was mostly a golf course in despair. Played yesterday and nearly all green, fairways, and most tee boxes were in great shape.
No clubhouse as it’s under repair, no cart service, snacks and drinks at golf office near first hole. Minor downside of the course are the roads needing a lot of work between holes but even the bridges and some walkways have had work done.
Great value for the money!! Can’t wait to see the end results next year.
Price is getting ridiculous
I have played this course hundred's of times. It is a stable of Jacksonville golf. The downside to this course is the fact that they act like its the west-side Augusta National. They have been working on it for years now with what seems like an attempted drag along. I book a tee time with the two person slot intentionally, and still have to be paired with another twosome. They have taken away the chipping ability on the practice putting greens. And I don't think they will ever finish the club-house. With all that said the most annoying thing is they keep raising the price of the course. They are at fifty dollars-a-round in the morning. This course, as cool as it still is, has never been worth fifty dollars-a-round. Thirty-five at best. How can you charge that kind of money and not even get a hot-dog??
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I couldn’t disagree more! You will not find a better value in the Metroplex. A $50 round is unheard of, especially on weekends, greens are in great shape and the rest of the course is filling in nicely. Great job Superintendent and looking forward to seeing the finished product!