Bradenton Country Club
4646 9th Ave West
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 792-4159
private, 18 hole, 6560 yds, Par 71
This course has wide, tree-lined fairways and sloped greens. There is a lateral water hazard that comes into play on a couple holes. The signature hole is #16, a 155-yard, par 3, requiring a tee shot over water to a green that slopes from right to left.
18 holes Built in 1924, designed by Donald Ross
Greens: Tifeagle
Fairways: Bermuda Grass
Dress code: No denim, collared shirt and bermuda shorts required
Season: Open all year (closed on Mondays) Guest Policy: Closed
El Conquistador Country Club
4350 El Conquistador Pkwy
Bradenton, FL 34210
(941) 758-1464
private, 18 hole, 6673 yds, Par 72
This narrow course is highlighted by well-bunkered fairways and fast greens. Water hazards come into play on ten holes. This can be an extremely demanding course for even the most-experienced golfer. The signature hole is #7, a 503-yard, par 5, requiring a tee shot over a ditch, then an approach to a green which is protected by a lake.
18 holes Built in 1972, designed by Mark McCumber
Greens: Bermuda Grass
Fairways: Bermuda Grass
Dress code: No denim, collared shirt and bermuda shorts required
Season: Open all year Guest Policy: Closed
Heather Hills Golf Course
101 Cortez Rd East
Bradenton, FL 34207
(941) 755-8888
public, 18 hole, 3521 yds, Par 61
This executive course features many trees lining the fairways. The greens are small and slightly undulating. Lateral water hazards come into play on a number of holes.
18 holes Built in 1963, designed by Roy Albert Anderson
Greens: Bent Grass
Fairways: Bent Grass
Dress code: Shirt and shoes required
Season: Open all year
Manatee County Golf Course
6415 53rd St. West
Bradenton, FL 34210
(941) 794-2835
public, 18 hole, 6747 yds, Par 72
This course has medium greens, wide-open fairways, and lateral water hazards that come into play throughout the course. This course is forgiving, but still challenging to the average player. Your round ends with a 543-yard, par 5, featuring a dogleg left fairway and water hazards on either side of the green. For non-resident tee times call (941) 792-6773.
18 holes Built in 1977, designed by Lane Marshall
Greens: Tifdwarf Grass
Fairways: Bermuda Grass
Dress code: No tank tops or cutoffs
Season: Open all year
Timber Creek Golf Course
4550 Timber Lane
Bradenton, FL 34210
(941) 794-8381
semi-private, 9 hole, 2086 yds, Par 54
This par 3 course is tight and water comes into play on several holes. The course is well bunkered and enjoyable to play. The green fees indicated are good for all-day play. The ladies tee off from the same set as the men.
9 holes Built in 1968, designed by Roy Albert Anderson
Greens: Bermuda Grass
Fairways: Bermuda Grass
Dress code: No tank tops or cutoffs
Season: Open all year
Pinebrook/Ironwood Golf Course
4260 Ironwood Circle
Bradenton, Fl 34209
(941) 792-3288
Pinebrook/Ironwood Golf Club is one of the areas finest courses nestled inside a beautiful community in the heart of Bradenton. The greens were renovated in the summer of 2003 with "Champion Ultra Dwarf Bermuda". This putting surface is far superior to the traditional bermuda grass seen on most courses. Sixteen of our fairways are bordered by water with 37 bunkers surrounding the eighteen greens. The amenities include a pro shop, snacks, refreshments, putting green and lessons. After playing a round of golf you can travel a short distance to enjoy a sunset dinner on one of Florida's serene beaches.
18 holes Built in 1985, designed by Dean Refram
Greens: Bermuda Grass
Fairways: Bermuda Grass
Dress code: Collared shirt, no cutoffs, denim OK
Season: Open all year
