Streamsong Black: A look at this unique Florida resort's newest course, designed by Gil Hanse

FORT MEADE, Fla. -- New this fall, Streamsong Resort in central Florida between Tampa and Orlando, officially opened its third golf course, Streamsong Black Course, designed by Gil Hanse and partner Jim Wagner.

With almost two seasons of grow-in behind it, the new course takes its place among two other gems, the Red (designed by the team of Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw) and the Blue (Tom Doak), which opened in 2013 at Streamsong.

The Black is bigger in scale than the other two and stands alone, while the Red and Blue are intertwined. The Black has its own clubhouse, practice area and even a putting course called The Gauntlet. Most notably, there are 11 acres of greens complexes on the Black, making that part of the course a game all to itself.

The new course plays to a par 73 with five par-5s — each of which are unique. There are a couple of drivable par 4s and a wide variety of par 3s. There are a few water hazards to contend with and a large punchbowl green on the ninth, which is blind on the approach. On the back nine, Hanse introduces dual green complexes on hole 13 and an infinity green on 17, creating a scenic view from the tee box of the course’s closing par-3.

The new clubhouse was designed by Albert Alfonso. Enclosed by glass windows from floor to ceiling, the Bone Valley Tavern inside offers a casual atmosphere, featuring a 32-seat bar, 96 additional indoor seats, outdoor space and large screen TVs.

Read Mike Bailey's review of the Black Course at Streamsong Resort