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4.5
881 Reviews (881)
5 Stars
571
4 Stars
260
3 Stars
37
2 Stars
5
1 Stars
8
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
92.1%
Recommend this course
844 out of 881 reviews
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4.3
41 Reviews (41)
5 Stars
21
4 Stars
15
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.3
87.8%
Recommend this course
36 out of 41 reviews
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4.5
57 Reviews (57)
5 Stars
34
4 Stars
18
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
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1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.4
91.2%
Recommend this course
52 out of 57 reviews
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Course Highlights
Big Cypress stands out as one of the area's top layouts, with challenging fairways and greens that consistently impress returning golfers year after year. Hospitable staff and strong value for money make this course a reliable choice for repeat visits.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6680 yards
Slope 138
Rating 72.7

Big Cypress Golf Club is part of a gated golf retirement community called Cypress Lakes. Conveniently located between Orlando and Tampa, the club offers two golf courses, the North and the South. The South Course is a championship layout that is more challenging than the executive-length North Course. Both courses are characterized by the abundance of water and swaying palms, offering the best of Florida golf. The South Course plays a long 6,680 yards from the back tees. The course presents a more demanding test than the North, appealing to more advanced players. Florida Golfer and Senior Golfer have recognized its challenging layout for its excellent conditions and design. Maintenance is a top priority at Big Cypress; on both courses the well manicured fairways and greens are consistently in good shape.

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Course Details

Year Built 1987
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Diamond Zoysia Grass
Architect Ron Garl (1987)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - Riders not permitted
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Restaurant, Beverage Carts

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Reviews

4.5
881 Reviews (881)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 16
Patio Dining 7
Brunch 6
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 35
Bunkers 29
Forced Carries 24
This course/club is great for:
Locals 23
Advanced Golfers 22
Seniors 22
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 22
Convenient to the City 16
In the 'Burbs 10

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Reviews 6
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 47
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Played this course a couple of weeks ago and I enjoyed it then . And yes it was still fantastic .

Conditions Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Pristine course

Not a blade of grass out of place. Extremely well maintained tee box to green. I am being told that they will be punching greens 4/26/21 but wasn’t able to fact check.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Excellent Course and Friendly Staff

Enjoyed golfing Big Cypress very much. The course was scenic and in excellent condition. Challenging in places, but fair and not overly difficult. Everyone was very helpful and friendly including the pro shop staff, the starter, and the ranger. I look forward to playing Big Cypress again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 47
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

First time this year playing there. Excellent shape had a great time very beautiful place

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 47
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

First time this year playing this course. Course is in excellent condition . Loved it

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Number 1 course in Polk county

Course is in the best shape of any course in Polk county

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Course worth the drive

Overall this is a fun course that is kept in good condition. The greens were very good and rolled true and we're relatively quick. Most greens have few flat areas and have some dominant slopes in large sections, so leaving ball below the hole can be a big advantage. The fairways were in good shape as well. The course has most of its real trouble to the left side of holes, so in that sense it can be a little repetitive,. Also can play over a range of distances from the various tees, though it is a bit to the shorter side. There are also a few forced carries over lakes and ponds on a few holes. The staff were super friendly and the restaurant was a nice place to get a great deal a bite to eat. So for the price, it is hard to beat the deal if you are within a reasonable drive of the course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Best greens in Polk County

Golf course was in excellent shape from tee to green. Staff was very friendly and the pace of play perfect.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Golf Pals

Overall course is in great shape. There were a few areas in the greens under repair but manageable. Fairways have grass, but I wasn’t there much, lol.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 85
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played

This course has some challenging holes.

If u haven’t played here what are u waiting for I think this course is one of the best in Lakeland FLA.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 37
Handicap 0-4
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 22
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 85
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played

This course has some interesting holes.

Always love playing this course it’s a hidden gem and it’s close to me If u get a chance to play this course you’ll love it . And it’s always in great shape.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 33
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 37
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Water World

Lots of water on course makes for some challenging holes. Playing from back tees requires long carries over water to some narrow fairways. Forward tees allow for more generous miss-hits. Fairways are in great shape and the greens are in excellent condition, fast and true. Best retirement community course I have played. My wife had her best round of golf at this course. Gators sunning themselves made for some good photo ops. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We will definitely be back to play this awesome course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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