Played here with one of my college roommates on 12/29/14 from the blue tees which play 71.2/130/6489. This was my home course when I played golf in college (years ago) and I was thrilled that it is al... Continue »

Played here with one of my college roommates on 12/29/14 from the blue tees which play 71.2/130/6489. This was my home course when I played golf in college (years ago) and I was thrilled that it is allowing public play!

LWCC is a fun Donald Ross design that is open off the tee. There is maybe only one tee shot where things could go wrong. The course allows someone a chance for a good score if they are hitting good irons and/or putts. It is a 2nd shot golf course. The nice thing is that someone shouldn’t lose a lot of golf balls even on the approaches because the course’s main defense is the greens (especially if they are running fast). There are ridges, slopes, tiers, and tiny perches were I’ve seen too many flags!

I cannot comment much on recent course conditions besides my lone experience. For the record, it was always in nice shape when I played it years ago. During my recent round, I kept thinking that the course needed a drink! I’m not sure what the water situation is for Central Florida courses, but LWCC was a bit drier and browner than I would have expected. I had a couple thin lies and there were a few crusty patches on the greens. All my putts rolled well though and the greens were faster than they looked. Well worth the $29 that we paid though.

I have friends who live nearby and I stayed with them so Lake Wales Country Club was easy to get to for me. However, for a golfer visiting Orlando it would be more difficult to get to the course. Still could be done especially if they are a Donald Ross fan. If someone is playing some other local courses along U.S. Route 27 (Highlands Reserve, Ridgewood Lakes, or Southern Dunes) then I’d make sure to include this one!