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National Headquarters of the PGA Tour
P : 904.285.3700 www . pgatour . com St . Johns County is home to the National Headquarters of the PGA TOUR . The PGA TOUR is the leading global platform in professional golf , showcasing the highest expression of excellence , both on and off the course . The PGA TOUR ’ s mission is to entertain and inspire its fans , deliver substantial value to its partners , create outlets for volunteers to give back , generate significant charitable and economic impact in the more than 130 communities in which it plays around the world , grow and protect the game of golf and provide financial opportunities for TOUR players . The county is also home to the World Golf Hall of Fame and PGA TOUR Entertainment , the TOUR ’ s in-house production company which produces more than 1,800 hours of broadcast television annually . Additionally , the TOUR ’ s flagship event , THE PLAYERS Championship is held each year at TPC Sawgrass .
Lagoon Course , Ponte Vedra Inn & Club
P : 904.285.1111 www . pvresorts . com Ponte Vedra ’ s second test of golf is The Lagoon Course , a 6,022 par-70 masterpiece co-authored by two design geniuses - Robert Trent Jones with the front nine holes ( 1961 ) and Joe Lee with the back nine holes ( 1977 ). In 2007 , renowned architect , Bobby Weed , fully restored and enhanced the layout , adding further character and challenge to the golf experience . The restoration branded the Lagoon Course with its own unique identity while nicely complementing the Ocean Course .
Ocean Course , Ponte Vedra Inn & Club
P : 904.285.1111 www . pvresorts . com Designed in 1928 by famed British architect , Herbert Bertram Strong , the Par 72 , 6,574-yard Ocean Course represents the area ’ s first resort golf experience . Lacking earth moving equipment , Strong used 100 mules dragging slip pans to shape course contours , dredge lagoons and build up a series of earthen mounds that dot the fairways creating dramatic undulations .
Stadium Course , TPC Sawgrass
P : 904.273.3235 www . tpc . com Home of THE PLAYERS Championship , golfers find this 18- hole golf course a selection of short , medium and long holes within the categories of par-3s , par-4s and par-5s ; both right and left doglegs ; and a course routing laid out so no two consecutive holes ever play in the same direction . With its signature island 17th hole being one of the most recognized in golf , this legendary track has captured the imagination of golf fans all over the world and is consistently named among the top golf courses worldwide .
Dye ’ s Valley Course , TPC Sawgrass
P : 904.273.3235 www . tpc . com Boasting perfectly manicured surfaces and water on every hole , Dye ’ s Valley Course was recently recognized in Golfweek Magazine as the # 9 Course in the State of Florida . With the same standards of excellence found at the Stadium Course , but a quieter , unassuming feel , Dye ’ s Valley Course rounds out a complete experience at TPC Sawgrass .
Slammer & Squire , World Golf Village
P : 904.940.6088 www . golfwgv . com This 18-hole championship resort course was designed by Bobby Weed with design consultants Sam “ The Slammer ” Snead and Gene “ The Squire ” Sarazen . The Slammer & Squire course officially opened to the public in May 1998 . The Slammer & Squire features two distinct nines with generous fairways , contoured greens , and plenty of water hazards along with impressive views of the World Golf Hall of Fame .
King & Bear , World Golf Village
P : 904.940.6088 www . golfwgv . com This 18-hole course is set among pristine lakes , beautiful Loblolly pines , and stately live oaks . Located just west of World Golf Village , the King & Bear is a true collaboration of two of golf ’ s greatest legends , Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus . Each hole reflects characteristics of both players ’ strengths and styles .
Marsh Creek Country Club
P : 904.461.1101 www . marshcreek . com The 18-hole Mark McCumber-designed golf course is situated in-between homes and marshes . Six tee placements challenge golfers of all levels of play . Marsh Creek has a variety of golf programs for men , women and couples that provide for great opportunities for fun and socializing .
Ocean Course at Hammock Beach Resort
P : 386.447.4611 www . hammockbeach . com / resort-golf With six holes that put the players right on the very edge of the Atlantic Ocean , the Ocean Course has built a loyal following over the years . The course is lauded for its charm and beauty and often mentioned in lists of the country ’ s best resort courses .