Known as the "Golf Capital of the World,” Naples, Florida is home to hundreds of golf courses that are picturesque and challenging for all levels of play. Moorings Park residents and visitors alike take joy in the tropical conditions and lush fairways that make Naples a true golf haven.
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Here are some of the best and most beautiful golf courses in Naples, Florida that each contribute to making it one of the top golf cities in America:
Grey Oaks Country Club
Grey Oaks Country Club (GOCC) offers understated elegance in a private country club. As the only club in Naples that offers three distinct 9-hole courses to golfers, the club affords you the opportunity to take your game to the next level.
The Golf Performance Center boasts state-of-the-art player technology, equipment services, lessons, clinics, and more. Golfers can also enjoy men's, ladies', and couples' programs, which offer many opportunities to enjoy a game for any skill level.
Our Moorings Park at Grey Oaks residents enjoy a special partnership with GOCC, enabling them to use GOCC amenities including their championship golf courses.
Club Pelican Bay
Club Pelican Bay is a private championship golf course located in the heart of the community. Designed by golf course architect Arthur Hills, the course utilizes the natural landscape, including the lakes and ponds, and incorporates sculptured and contoured fairways, elevated tees, and other natural elements.
Club Pelican Bay offers men's and women’s golf groups for all skill levels. In order to warm up before a round or for members to improve their game when not on the course, the club also offers practice facilities for members and guests.
Naples Grande Golf Club
A highly acclaimed Rees Jones-designed private course, Naples Grande Golf Club has a par 72 championship course that is scenic and exciting. With extraordinary elevations and unique water features that encompass the Florida landscape, the club promises the best experience possible for every guest.
Golf club amenities include a locker room, practice facility, pro shop, and dining room. Lessons are available from the Naples Grande professional staff as well as the Director of Instruction at the Durland Golf School. The 18-hole, 6,955-yard course is one of the top courses in the state.
Colliers Reserve
Offering one of the best and most unique golfing experiences, Colliers Reserve is a remarkable course. Designed by Arthur Hills, this private course is as challenging as it is exhilarating, all while providing glimpses of wildlife amidst a spectacular sanctuary. The course is designed for players of all skill levels. Each hole has breathtaking views that capture the beauty of Naples making it truly one of Florida's hidden gems.
Wyndemere Country Club
This private golf club is golf-friendly and luxurious. With a championship golf course designed by Arthur Hills, there are 27 holes for players' enjoyment found in Wyndemere Country Club. The three nines are combined in various configurations, essentially offering each golfer the choice of three courses. Members enjoy a double-ended driving range, short game practice area with a chipping green, and a large putting green. The top-notch staff is always ready to assist with tee times, equipment, or lessons.
Royal Poinciana
Royal Poinciana offers two courses: the Pines and Cypress courses, both of which were designed by David Wallace. Both courses have five sets of tees and are in pristine condition year-round.
The Pines Course, stretching out to around 6,800 yards from the number one tees, has wide fairways and more elevated greens complexes.
The Cypress Course has more of a natural feel to it, with an abundance of Cypress trees. With narrower fairways, the course can play up to 6,500 yards from the number one tees and has water incorporated into more than half the holes.
Naples National Golf Club
Featured in Golf Digest's list of 100 Greatest Golf Courses in America, Naples National Golf Club remains one of the finest and most unique golf clubs in Naples.
One defining feature of Naples National that makes it so unique and spectacular is the use of Naples' and Florida's natural beauty. All around this world-class course you'll find stacked coral rock around the ponds and featured across the entire course. Some of Florida's most beautiful natural foliage, sweeping landscapes, and scenic views make Naples National a wonder of a course.
Old Collier Golf Club
Old Collier's 18-hole course was designed by Tom Fazio and lies on 267 acres of preserved Florida nature. It is home to plenty of wildlife, such as eagles, ospreys, foxes, tortoises, and an occasional alligator.
In their own words, “Old Collier Golf Club has but one purpose—to provide pure enjoyment of the game of golf for its members.”
Calusa Pines Golf Club
Calusa Pines Golf Club stands out among the masses because of its unique sweeping vistas dotted with old Florida pines that help to carve out the 18-hole course. Calusa Pines was featured in Golf Digest's top 10 Best New Private Clubs and remains a mainstay among Naples' top clubs.
At Moorings Park Communities, we strive to ensure our residents experience the best of what Naples has to offer. Discover a lifestyle beyond compare across our three gorgeous campuses, where luxurious residences, breathtaking views, state-of-the-art amenities, and, of course, concierge physicians and personalized healthcare are all included. Schedule your tour today and see why we are the number one luxury retirement living destination in Southwest Florida.
