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3.7
927 Reviews (927)
5 Stars
205
4 Stars
441
3 Stars
173
2 Stars
60
1 Stars
48
Conditions
3.3
Value
3.8
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.9
80.0%
Recommend this course
756 out of 927 reviews
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3.8
43 Reviews (43)
5 Stars
9
4 Stars
18
3 Stars
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2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
3.4
Value
3.7
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.8
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.4
86.0%
Recommend this course
37 out of 43 reviews
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3.8
69 Reviews (69)
5 Stars
13
4 Stars
32
3 Stars
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2 Stars
4
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.3
Value
3.9
Layout
4.0
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.4
84.1%
Recommend this course
58 out of 69 reviews
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Course Highlights
This well-maintained short course rewards smart shot placement with a fun, strategically interesting layout that challenges course management skills. Friendly staff and strong value for money make it an appealing destination for golfers of all levels.

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Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6016 yards
Slope N/A
Rating N/A
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Schalamar Creek Golf Club
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Course Details

Year Built 1986
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Winter Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ron Garl (1986)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs No

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Bar, Snacks, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

3.7
927 Reviews (927)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 21
Brunch 10
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 35
Narrow Fairways 29
Bunkers 24
This course/club is great for:
Seniors 33
Locals 27
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 19
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 30
Worth the Drive 19
In the 'Burbs 7

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Reviews 2
2.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Poor
Friendliness Fair
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 03/08/2017

"Robert9135568" This doesn't sound like Schalamar Creek. Would like to see you come back out and play another round of golf. Course is a lot of fun and has a lot of character. Hope to see you back out soon !

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Very accomodating

Course is very tight on several holes, and a few very funky holes. Not a great course for anyone who wants to drive the ball.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 03/08/2017

Schalamar Creek is for sure a shot makers course with a lot of character which brings a lot of excitement. Come on back out and give it another shot !

Played On
Reviews 6
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 03/06/2017

Thank You for coming out to play Schalamar Creek. Looking forward to your return soon.

Played On
Reviews 47
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Lots of Work Done - Has Definitely Paid Off!

Have played this course many times. They have finally completed all of their work on the greens. They are all perfect. The tees and fairways are also in wonderful condition.

Every single staff member we encountered was accommodating and friendly.

The pace of play was exceptional.

Overall this hidden little jewel in Eastern Lakeland area should be a must visit. It's a shorter course but this just means it will test every aspect of your game.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 03/06/2017

Course is in Great Shape. Glad you had so much fun ! Come on back and play again !

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

great course. new greens were perfect. Very friendly staff from the pro shop, to the restaurant, to the man taking care of the carts. Accurate shots are more important than big drives. Would recommend this course to anyone from beginner to seasoned golfer. Great course for the money!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 03/06/2017

Its a shot makers course with a lot of character. Lots of fun at Schalamar Creek. Glad you enjoyed your round of golf.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

pauline Gb

The course was in very good condition only wish we had enough time to play again. Ver friendly

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/06/2017

Thanks for coming out. Looking forward to you coming back when you can.

Played On
Reviews 50
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Limited appeal

We enjoyed the round but that said we wouldn't play again. Although I'm not a long hitter with my drives (about 210 yds) I needed to play off the very back tees to avoid running into trouble on all par 4s. That shouldn't have been a problem except I feel the course has been designed to suit those playing off the forward tees as the landing areas are very narrow. The par 3 holes are nice and the par 5s fair but almost all par 4 holes are weak. The staff are very friendly and the carts are good. No beverage cart. Tee boxes good, fairways okay. Greens rolled well.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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Commented on 03/06/2017

The course is a shot makers course for sure and it requires you to think about every shot. Lots of fun that way !

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good value on the weekend

Had a great time. We got there early but got right out. The starter was very friendly and helpful. We stayed for drinks and early supper. Limited menu but food was good and the portions large. Plan on going back soon.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 03/06/2017

Looking forward to you coming back out to Schalamar Creek.

Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Advanced
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 03/06/2017

Thanks for coming out to Play Schalamar Creek. Looking forward to your return.

Played On
Reviews 17
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 03/06/2017

Would like to invite you back out to Schalamar Creek to play some golf. Course is in very good shape. Come on back soon !

Played On
Reviews 27
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good Find!!

Tried this course for the first time and must say its a great little track! It's a short layout but very tight layout. Only plays 6,000 from the back and 5,500 from the middle but don't let the yardage fool you! Can play tough if your not straight! Great for the money and nice area! Worth a try and would play again now that I'm familiar with the course a bit!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/06/2017

Glad you have a good time. Looking forward to you coming back out soon.

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Excellent value

I liked the course. It was tight with lots of challenges. Greens were good and fast. Staff very friendly and helpful. All in all a good course.

Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/06/2017

Thanks for coming out to Schalamar Creek. Glad you enjoyed your round of golf.

Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Plays tougher than 6100 yards

This course is set in a 55+ community, and certainly caters to the residences there, with some residents "past their prime" of playing 7000+ yard courses. They do have many tee boxes, but the longest is 6100 yards. While I normally tend to play 6600 - 7000 yard courses, I found the black tees (6100 yards) quite challenging. From this distance, the landing area for 230-270 yard drives is quite narrow. So, choose your driver to risk the reward, or club down on a couple of the tee shots.

The approach shots are challenging on a few holes, and greens are excellent condition, and on many holes, green reading is a must.

A very pretty course. Greens in excellent shape. Folks are very friendly. Certainly recommend if in the area, and not in need of a long course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 03/06/2017

Its a shot makers course with a lot of character. Lots of fun on every hole. Come see for yourself !

Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

GREAT GREENS AND TIGHT.

THE NEW GREENS WERE GREAT. VERY TRUE AND SMOOTH. THE COURSE IS TIGHT,SO BRING YOUR LONG DRIVING FRIENDS WHO ARE NOT ACCURATE AND BEAT THEM EASILY. KEEP THE BALL IN THE FAIRWAY AND YOU WILL BE GREAT WITH A LOW SCORE,

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 03/06/2017

Lets challenge those grip it and rip it golfers. Come on out for the challenge of a shot makers course. Lets have some fun !!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Default User Avatar
Commented on 03/06/2017

Thanks for coming out to play. Glad you had fun !

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

First Class

Played the course twice this month. This is a first class course and a first class operation. The fairways and greens were well maintained and not tricky. For an average golfer like myself there were not a lot of hazardous areas. Never went into the war we except for the island green and that was only the first time. The community was very well kept up and the people were very courteous and friendly.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/06/2017

Appreciate the support and glad you had a wonderful time. Looking forward to you coming back out to play some more !

Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice, short, shot maker course always in great condition.

Coarse was as expected great shape, but pace of play was horrible, we were a twosome behind a foursome that was oblivious to the fact they were slow. Two holes open in front of them after 5 holes. Never let us play through, ranger was no help.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
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Commented on 03/06/2017

Come on back out and we can pair you up to make the pace more enjoyable. Its a lot of fun playing Schalamar Creek. Come on back out soon !

Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Default User Avatar
Commented on 03/06/2017

Thanks for coming out to play. Looking forward to seeing you back out here soon !

Played On
Reviews 128
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 250 Contributor
First Time Playing

Schalamar

Friendly and involved staff. Course in good shape. Some holes too narrow to the point of unfairness. Policy of letting golfers start their rounds on the back nine and making front nine golfers wait for multiple foursomes not good, back nine took over 2.5 hrs. Bathroom facilities on course the best i have seen, ballwashers on most holes

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/06/2017

Thanks for coming out to play.

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