Saltleaf Golf Preserve - The Preserve
A view from Saltleaf Golf Preserve - The Preserve
GolfPass Icon
Rating Index Rating
Tooltip Information Icon
4.6
538 Reviews (538)
5 Stars
362
4 Stars
125
3 Stars
38
2 Stars
9
1 Stars
4
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.1
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.4
91.2%
Recommend this course
484 out of 538 reviews
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
4.6
102 Reviews (102)
5 Stars
77
4 Stars
17
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.8
Value
4.0
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.8
92.2%
Recommend this course
94 out of 102 reviews
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
4.7
157 Reviews (157)
5 Stars
125
4 Stars
21
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.8
Value
4.2
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.8
92.4%
Recommend this course
145 out of 157 reviews
Read Reviews
frame.svg
AI summaries based on real golfer reviews
circle-star.svg
Course Highlights
Saltleaf's fast, firm greens and manicured fairways consistently rank among the best-conditioned public courses in the area. The welcoming staff, from bag drop to starter, deliver an exceptionally hospitable experience that keeps golfers returning.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7075 yards
Slope 126
Rating 72.8

Formerly known as Raptor Bay Golf Club.

Book a Tee Time at
Saltleaf Golf Preserve - The Preserve (18 Hole Championship Course)
Powered by GolfNow.com

Course Details

Year Built 2022
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Raymond Floyd (2001) Raymond Floyd (2022)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, American Express, MasterCard
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper attire is required. Cut-offs and T-shirts are prohibited anywhere on the premises.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities, Locker Rooms

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Florida (2023 #6)
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

4.6
538 Reviews (538)
Advanced Filters
Overall Rating
Recommended
Handicap
Age
Type of Golfer
Gender
Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Love the course and greens. Please try to keep feed reasonable.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

This course is poorly maintained and pace of play was very slow.

Saltleaf has very fast greens that are rolled to a very hard consistency but well maintained. The tees and fairways are average at best. Staff was friendly and accommodating but should have had a ranger encouraging the groups ahead of us to pick up the pace of play. We did see the ranger in the distance at the beginning of our round but he must have left the course around 2:00 pm. The starter was very helpful and apologized for the slow play. I would not recommend this golf course.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Overpriced

This course has a challenging layout but was very overpriced for the conditions.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Course was outstanding

The course was in excellent condition. Pace of play was fast, however we had a twosome behind us pushing us on every shot, yet we played the 18 holes in 4 hrs. We let them go through, but then as we knew would happen we started waiting on them every shot. Seems they were moving fast just to get ahead of us then slowed their games down. I wish the course would have grouped more players together. We had at least two twosome’s playing behind us after letting one twosome through. The other twosomes never caught us until we started waiting on the twosome in front of us which they were starting to wait on foursomes in front of them. Greens were hard and extremely fast to the point of being too fast. Hard to even lag putt. Scenery and course were beautiful. Club house excellent along with on course amenities.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 02/06/2026:
We truly appreciate the five-star rating! It’s great to hear you enjoyed your visit — we’ll keep working hard to make every experience just as memorable.
Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Gem

This course is awesome. The layout, the condition and the people were all great. The greens were unbelievable. I would definitely recommend. This has to be the best public course around.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 01/27/2026:
Thanks for the wonderful feedback! Hearing this makes our day, and we can’t wait to have you back again soon.
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
4.0
Previously Played
Used cart

Saltleaf Review

Course conditions and layout is immaculate. However at a premium price, there has to be great practice facilities. There is a 160 yard enclosed diving range and no chipping area which is odd for a course that is spread over 150 acres. Water is available at the snack bar at the 1/10 tee but no where else on the course and it does get hot in southern Florida.

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Not Easy

The course plays harder then its rating. Not alot of room if you miss the fairways. Greens are fast and true and in unbelievably great shape.

Had a great experience.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 01/05/2026:
We’re thrilled you had such a great experience! Thanks for the support — we’ll be here ready to welcome you back for another great round.
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Perfect

As good a course you will ever play. The greens were smooth and rolling but would hold. Manicured fairways . Just in phenomenal shape. Took a shot. Not from here. Just played Doral last week and if o had to pick, I’d pick Saltleaf.

Response from on 12/31/2025:
Thanks for the glowing feedback! It’s always a pleasure hearing that guests had a fantastic time. Hope to see you again soon!
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Very pristine

Great layout, gorgeous greens and fairways. Kind of hard to locate due to construction.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Response from on 12/26/2025:
We really appreciate the five-star rating! It’s great to know you enjoyed your visit — we’ll keep working to make every experience just as good.
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Must play

Beautiful natural beauty with no houses or roads. Not cheap but worth it. Course is in pristine condition. Love playing here.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 12/17/2025:
We really appreciate the five-star rating! It’s great to know you enjoyed your visit — we’ll keep working to make every experience just as good.
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Starter and cart guys were awesome

Great experience, loved the greens, firm and fast. The cart guys were prompt and the starter seems to love his job, he took the time to explain the course and was really pleasant and efficient.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 12/15/2025:
We’re thrilled you had such a great experience! Thanks for the support — we’ll be here ready to welcome you back for another great round.
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Fun Resort Course

Fairways and Greens are in good condition. Greens roll pretty fast and have subtle and somewhat deceptive breaks. Recommend rolling many practice putts before the round. The team from the bag drop to the shop are all hospitable and kind. There are some fun short holes that are of the risk/reward type. The course favors a fade off the tee box with plenty of safe areas on right side should you need it. Check where the water is when teeing off. The water can come into play if you are 250+ off the blue tee boxes. Fun course, will play again next time I’m in town.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 12/15/2025:
We really appreciate the five-star rating! It’s great to know you enjoyed your visit — we’ll keep working to make every experience just as good.
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great time

From Canada here for weekend golf. Paid $300cad for afternoon tee time and I’d say it was well worth it. Greens are so fast and pure. Lush fairways and great layout. Carts have GPS. The range is only a large net 85yrds away. try to get an afternoon time for cheaper

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 12/08/2025:
We’re thrilled you had such a great experience! Thanks for the support — we’ll be here ready to welcome you back for another great round.
Nearby Courses
Estero, Florida
Private
4.5
2
Bonita Springs, Florida
Public
4.6572998292
140
Estero, Florida
Private
0.0
0
Bonita Springs, Florida
Private
5.0
1
Bonita Springs, Florida
Private
5.0
1
Bonita Springs, Florida
Private
4.0
3
Bonita Springs, Florida
Private
0.0
0
Estero, Florida
Semi-Private
4.0
7
Bonita Springs, Florida
Private
5.0
1
Golf Packages

JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa Stay & Play Package

FROM $377 (USD)
AVENTURA, FL | Enjoy up to 5 nights’ accommodations at the JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa and up to 4 rounds of golf at your choice of Turnberry Isle - Miller Course, Turnberry Isle - Soffer Course, and Normandy Shores Golf Course.

Miami Lakes Hotel Stay & Play Package

FROM $167 (USD)
MIAMI, FL | Enjoy up to 5 nights’ accommodations at Miami Lakes Hotel and up to 4 rounds of golf at your choice of Miami Beach Golf Club, Miami Shores Golf Course, Normandy Shores Golf Course, and Miami Lakes Golf Club.

Trump National Doral Miami Stay & Play Package

FROM $267 (USD)
MIAMI, FL | Enjoy up to 5 nights’ accommodations at the Trump National Doral Miami and up to 4 rounds of golf at your choice of The Blue Monster Course, The Golden Palm Course, The Red Tiger Course, The Silver Fox Course.

Encore Resort At Reunion Stay & Play Package

FROM $187 (USD)
REUNION, FL | Enjoy up to 7 nights’ accommodations at the Encore Resort at Reunion and up to 5 rounds of golf at your choice of ChampionsGate - International Course, ChampionsGate - National Course, Hawk's Landing Golf Course, Celebration Golf Course, and Southern Dunes Golf Course.

Best of Disney Golf Package

FROM $107 (USD)
ORLANDO, FL | Enjoy 2 nights' accommodation at Tuscana Resort Orlando and 3 rounds of golf at Disney’s Magnolia Golf Course, Palm Golf Course and Lake Buena Vista Golf Course.
Now Reading
  • Home

  • Memberships

  • Library

  • Account