Lake Venice Golf Club
Course at a glance
Lake Venice Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Venice, Florida (34285). The course was designed by Ted McAnlis and opened in 1990. From the BLUE tees, Lake Venice Golf Club plays to 6,269 yards at par 70. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 4,307 to 6,269 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 121 and a course rating of 69.6, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 18% of rated golf courses in Florida. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bermuda grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Lake Venice Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Lake Venice Golf Club
Lake Venice Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Venice, Florida (34285). The course was designed by Ted McAnlis and established in 1990. From the BLUE tees, the course plays to 6,269 yards with a par of 70. The BLUE tees carry a slope rating of 121 and a course rating of 69.6.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 125, Lake Venice Golf Club is more accessible than most courses in Florida. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,307 to 6,269 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Florida offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
70
Length
6,269
Slope
121
Rating
69.6
Course Difficulty Analysis
125
This Course
133
FL Average
113
US Average
Based on 606 rated courses in Florida
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE | 121 | 69.6 | 340 | 180 | 512 | 369 | 329 | 369 | 179 | 479 | 303 | 3060 | 369 | 390 | 462 | 232 | 404 | 442 | 325 | 205 | 380 | 3209 | 6,269 |
WHITEWomen's | 125 | 72.4 | 305 | 136 | 442 | 302 | 307 | 322 | 145 | 376 | 268 | 2603 | 357 | 368 | 451 | 192 | 389 | 429 | 315 | 183 | 372 | 3056 | 5,659 |
WHITEMen's | 116 | 66.8 | 305 | 136 | 442 | 302 | 307 | 322 | 145 | 376 | 268 | 2603 | 357 | 368 | 451 | 192 | 389 | 429 | 315 | 183 | 372 | 3056 | 5,659 |
GOLDWomen's | 117 | 68.5 | 257 | 107 | 396 | 259 | 288 | 274 | 131 | 342 | 243 | 2297 | 346 | 318 | 383 | 145 | 296 | 414 | 302 | 155 | 299 | 2658 | 4,955 |
GOLDMen's | 104 | 63.7 | 257 | 107 | 396 | 259 | 288 | 274 | 131 | 342 | 243 | 2297 | 346 | 318 | 383 | 145 | 296 | 414 | 302 | 155 | 299 | 2658 | 4,955 |
RED | 106 | 65.3 | 227 | 99 | 357 | 224 | 258 | 231 | 127 | 299 | 219 | 2041 | 293 | 269 | 339 | 124 | 234 | 362 | 255 | 134 | 256 | 2266 | 4,307 |
RED | 99 | 61.4 | 227 | 99 | 357 | 224 | 258 | 231 | 127 | 299 | 219 | 2041 | 293 | 269 | 339 | 124 | 234 | 362 | 255 | 134 | 256 | 2266 | 4,307 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 70 | ||
| HCP | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Lake Venice Golf Club offers 7 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE | 6,269 | 121 | 69.6 | 5-15 |
WHITE | 5,659 | 125 | 72.4 | 20-30 |
WHITE | 5,659 | 116 | 66.8 | 20-30 |
GOLD | 4,955 | 117 | 68.5 | 25+ |
GOLD | 4,955 | 104 | 63.7 | 25+ |
RED | 4,307 | 106 | 65.3 | 25+ |
RED | 4,307 | 99 | 61.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at Lake Venice Golf Club
Lake Venice Golf Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Lake Venice Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lake Venice Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Lake Venice Golf Club is a public golf course located in Venice, FL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Lake Venice Golf Club have?
Lake Venice Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1990. The course was designed by Ted McAnlis.
What is the yardage at Lake Venice Golf Club?
From the WHITE tees, Lake Venice Golf Club plays to 5,659 yards (par 71). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,307 to 6,269 yards.
What is the slope rating at Lake Venice Golf Club?
The BLUE tees at Lake Venice Golf Club have a slope rating of 121 and a course rating of 69.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Lake Venice Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Lake Venice Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Lake Venice Golf Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.lakevenicegolf.com/ or call +1-941-488-3948 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Lake Venice Golf Club offer?
Lake Venice Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Lake Venice Golf Club located?
Lake Venice Golf Club is located at 1801 South Harbor Drive in Venice, FL 34285. You can reach them at +1-941-488-3948.
What is the difficulty level at Lake Venice Golf Club?
Lake Venice Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 125. It plays harder than 18% of golf courses in Florida. The average slope rating in Florida is 133. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Lake Venice Golf Club?
Lake Venice Golf Club offers 7 tee sets. BLUE tees (6,269 yards, slope 121) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. RED tees (4,307 yards, slope 99) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Lake Venice Golf Club?
Beginners at Lake Venice Golf Club should play the RED tees, which play 4,307 yards with a slope of 99. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Lake Venice Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the GOLD tees (slope 117, rating 68.5) at Lake Venice Golf Club has a course handicap of 15, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Lake Venice Golf Club?
A typical round at Lake Venice Golf Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.