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2.9
661 Reviews (661)
5 Stars
113
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
97
1 Stars
85
Conditions
2.7
Value
3.3
Layout
3.1
Friendliness
4.1
Pace
3.6
Amenities
2.9
64.6%
Recommend this course
432 out of 661 reviews
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3.0
5 Reviews (5)
5 Stars
1
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
2.6
Value
3.2
Layout
3.2
Pace
3.2
Amenities
3.3
StaffFriendliness
4.4
40.0%
Recommend this course
2 out of 5 reviews
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2.9
33 Reviews (33)
5 Stars
2
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
7
Conditions
2.7
Value
3.3
Layout
3.2
Pace
3.5
Amenities
2.8
StaffFriendliness
4.1
66.7%
Recommend this course
22 out of 33 reviews
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Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 64
Length 4545 yards
Slope 117
Rating 64.2
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The Palms Golf Club at Forest Lakes
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Course Details

Year Built 2015
Fairways Tif-eagle Grass
Greens Celebration Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Gordon G. Lewis (2015)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range 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

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2.9
661 Reviews (661)
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Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 10
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

What a pleasure it is to be able to write a great review after The Palms suffered through a broken irrigation system and other course issues. Sven and the staff are working hard to rejuvenate and re-nourish the fairways and greens. It has noticeably improved and getting better all the time while they continue the process.

I have always been greeted by the staff with a smile, courtesy, friendliness, and professionalism. Great place for all ages, families, and those who want to play or practice solo or with friends. Their congenial atmosphere flows into the Thurs ladies league with a welcoming and fun group of ladies with mixed skill levels. Come and join us!

Range balls are reasonably priced as are the golf fees. It's not always easy to find a combined pitch and putt practice area and a water range! Perfect place to improve your skills, play 9 or 18, and enjoy a beer and snack after golf!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 31
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great fun

Greens continue to improve. Fairways are coming back nicely. Pace of play was excellent.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 31
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Golf Course

The golf course was in good condition. Pace of play was excellent. Sven provided an update on the course maintenance and goals for the course. Beautiful day for golf

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Great Little Course

I’ve played several times since the hurricane and am absolutely amazed at how good the course looks. Despite losing around 50 trees, the course is free of debris and the greens are great! The people are super friendly and welcoming too, from the fellow golfers to the GM and all the worker bees. This is a fun yet challenging course to play on.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 31
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Golf Post Ian

After hurricane Ian, there were many golf courses delayed in opening. The Staff at the Palms recognized the importance of their community and worked around the clock getting the course ready to reopen. Although there was damage around the course, the clean up has been exceptional and top notch.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Course conditions

I have played here the last two weeks after the hurricane and the course looks amazing!!! Fairways are clear of debris and the greens are looking great!!! The staff is amazing as well!! Come play a great course.

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

Great Staff ! Great course!

Everyone here is so nice and the course is in pretty good shape. Staff is really down to earth and very helpful!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Post Hurricane doing great

I played golf yesterday and I have to say staff has been working hard post hurricane to get the course cleared of downed trees and debris. When I think of the distraction this area endured just a week and a half ago, and how many courses were not open. I really appreciate how Palms staff new how important it has been to get back to some normal. They have put their heart and soul into helping us all move on, and have fun again. They treat you well. ❤️ Love the feeling I have when I play here.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Previously Played

Pace of play is good.

Course is in terrible condition right now. Not worth the money.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 10/10/2022

Hello, Cory. Thank you for taking the time to review and leave your feedback on your recent round with us. It is always our utmost goal to provide our golfers with a fun and enjoyable time and we apologize if we missed the mark. Please feel free to reach out to our staff in the pro shop with any additional concerns. Thanks for choosing The Palms Golf Club At Forest Lakes.

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Great morning

Had another great time golfing this morning at The Palms. Course conditions continue to improve. A great experience!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

One problem with this course

I’ve been playing this course for years I like the course I like the price I like the size of it the problem has always been no matter when you make a teatime there is no starter so you can have a 10 o’clock teatime and get to the first tee box at 10 o’clock but there are two other groups already waiting to go out They just let them go whenever they want rather than saying tee off 10 minutes from now another problem is some of the groups will have five or six people summon carts and some walkers if you get behind them it’s gonna take you all day I am usually in a twosome and we play fairly fast I love the staff there I just wish rather than saying go ahead and go out to everybody they would honor the tee times and if somebody shows up for a 1020 when I am there at 10 they tell them you’re gonna have to wait 20 minutes or tell me to wait if I am 10 minutes early no problem

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/21/2022

Hi gatorpete,

Let us first say that we are so glad to hear you enjoyed your visit. We work hard to create an enjoyable experience so you can focus on enjoying yourself and let us do the rest. We also want to thank you for your honest and constructive criticism of the course.

We are going to escalate your review to our team in charge and do everything we can to improve before your next game.

Thank you for visiting and playing at The Palms at Forest Lakes Golf Club. We hope to see you again soon!

Played On
Reviews 31
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Pace of Play

Pace of play was very good today. Greens continue to improve. Staff friendly and professional.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 19
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Commented on 09/19/2022

Hello, gatorpete. We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review. We would love to know how we can earn those last two stars next time! Thanks for playing The Palms at Forest Lakes Golf Club.

Played On
Reviews 31
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Golf

Course is challenging. Staff are friendly and accommodating. Pace of play was good. Grounds staff clearly working hard to improve all aspects of the course. Will definitely play again

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Good Course

I play here 1-2 times a week. It is a challenging course for an average golfer. Green’s continue to improve. Staff are very nice. Good course at a reasonable price.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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