Key Takeaways
- Marco Island lacks public golf courses; nearby options include Lely’s Mustang and Flamingo courses.
- Naples, known as the ‘Golf Capital of the World,’ boasts 90 golf courses and hosts three pro-golf championships annually.
- Many courses near Marco Island allow public tee times, particularly in the afternoons during the off season.
- Morning tee times are ideal during Florida’s rainy summer season; check weather for potential green fee discounts.
- Be cautious of alligators on golf courses, as they can pose a threat but also offer a free drop rule if nearby.
Whether you are visiting Marco Island for fun or business, a round of golf on the Paradise Coast is a top priority! Avid golfers come from around the world to play these beautiful courses in paradise!
Public Courses Near Marco Island
There are no public courses on Marco Island. The closest public courses are at Lely — the Mustang and Flamingo courses. Other public and semi-courses are in the list below. They will take you further into Naples/Bonita Springs.
The semi-private courses are private, however, they allow public tee times during the off season subject to availability. The prices at these courses are higher, but there is usually a lower price available in the afternoons.
Naples “Golf Capital of the World”
With 90 golf courses and 3 annual pro-golf championships, Naples is #1 in the National Golf Foundation’s rankings of Golf Holes Per Capita. Florida’s Paradise Coast is one of the Top Golf Destination in North America. It is also one of the 10 Best Golf Destinations in the world. Online voting by readers placed Naples at #5 on that prestigious top ten list.
Calling itself ‘The Golf Capital of the World’, the Naples area is brimming with golf courses. Moreover, the year round incredible weather make this area the perfect for a golf outing. Around one-third of Naples’ golf courses are open to the public. Naples has some of the most exclusive private clubs in the world. However, golfers can also play quality rounds at public courses like the Greg Norman-designed Tiburon Golf Club and Lely Resort. Among the benefits to the Tiburon course, Sam Snead’s Tavern is the perfect place to unwind on the patio after a day on the course.
List of Public and Semi-Public Courses
- Lely Resort Golf & Country Club https://www.lelyresortgolfandcountryclub.com
- TPC Treviso Bay https://tpctrevisobay.com
- Arrowhead Golf Club https://arrowheadgolfnaples.com
- Panther Run Golf Club https://www.pantherrungolfclub.com
- Links of Naples (239) 417-1313
- Rookery at Marco (Semi-Public)* https://rookeryatmarcogolf.com
- Vanderbilt Country Club (Semi-Public)* https://www.vanderbiltcountryclub.com
- *Semi Public Courses are “members only” courses often welcome the general public during the summer months of May-October.
Suggestions
Summer is the rainy season in Florida. Most mornings are sunny and clean and perfect for golf. The afternoons may bring intermittent thundershowers. Morning tee times are recommended June through September. Also, the weather may determine course fees. Often, summertime green fees are greatly reduced. Some courses reduce fees overall, plus even greater reductions for afternoon play. In other words, check the weather and take advantage of significant savings on summer afternoons when it doesn’t rain.
Finally, remember the “Reptile Rule”. Yes, there are alligators in many of the natural freshwater lakes on the golf courses. These reptiles can and do come into play on the course! If your lie is in close proximity to an alligator, you can take a free drop from the nearest point of relief a safe distance away, as long as you are no closer to the hole. Always proceed with caution as alligators can run fast (up to 25 miles per hour), but only for short periods. And never feed, strike, or taunt an wild animal!
Visit our website at https://seamarcondo.com to see our rates and availability. Our website also provides more information on Sea Mar Condo and Marco Island.
Let us help you make the most of your Marco Island vacation!
