Palencia Golf Course
Course at a glance
Palencia Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. From the TOURNAMENT tees, Palencia Golf Course plays to 7,023 yards at par 72. The course offers 12 sets of tees ranging from 4,839 to 7,023 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 75.1, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 85% 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. Tee times at Palencia Golf Course are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Palencia Golf Course
Palencia Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida.. From the TOURNAMENT tees, the course plays to 7,023 yards with a par of 72. The TOURNAMENT tees carry a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 75.1.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 143, Palencia Golf Course is one of the more challenging courses in Florida, playing harder than 85% of rated courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,839 to 7,023 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
72
Length
7,023
Slope
143
Rating
75.1
Course Difficulty Analysis
143
This Course
133
FL Average
113
US Average
Based on 605 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TOURNAMENT | 143 | 75.1 | 469 | 331 | 216 | 541 | 179 | 408 | 444 | 396 | 542 | 3526 | 427 | 392 | 185 | 564 | 377 | 171 | 458 | 352 | 571 | 3497 | 7,023 |
CHAMPION | 140 | 73.3 | 452 | 321 | 169 | 504 | 164 | 386 | 397 | 359 | 523 | 3275 | 402 | 384 | 168 | 537 | 370 | 168 | 443 | 346 | 549 | 3367 | 6,642 |
CHAMPION/COMPETITION | 138 | 72.6 | 433 | 321 | 169 | 504 | 152 | 386 | 376 | 359 | 518 | 3218 | 386 | 384 | 152 | 537 | 359 | 168 | 397 | 346 | 538 | 3267 | 6,485 |
COMPETITION | 134 | 71.7 | 433 | 309 | 160 | 491 | 152 | 362 | 376 | 345 | 518 | 3146 | 386 | 305 | 152 | 521 | 359 | 152 | 397 | 329 | 538 | 3139 | 6,285 |
GENTLEMENS | 130 | 70.4 | 423 | 300 | 126 | 480 | 133 | 345 | 367 | 326 | 502 | 3002 | 343 | 300 | 134 | 502 | 348 | 145 | 383 | 315 | 524 | 2994 | 5,996 |
GENTLEMENS/MIDDLE | 124 | 69.4 | 402 | 300 | 126 | 462 | 133 | 320 | 360 | 326 | 454 | 2883 | 317 | 300 | 125 | 471 | 348 | 145 | 370 | 315 | 504 | 2895 | 5,778 |
MIDDLEWomen's | 128 | 73.2 | 402 | 226 | 101 | 462 | 103 | 320 | 360 | 306 | 454 | 2734 | 317 | 295 | 125 | 471 | 316 | 122 | 370 | 307 | 504 | 2827 | 5,561 |
MIDDLEMen's | 119 | 68.6 | 402 | 226 | 101 | 462 | 103 | 320 | 360 | 306 | 454 | 2734 | 317 | 295 | 125 | 471 | 316 | 122 | 370 | 307 | 504 | 2827 | 5,561 |
MIDDLE/FORWARDWomen's | 119 | 71.3 | 361 | 226 | 101 | 411 | 103 | 320 | 343 | 306 | 418 | 2589 | 299 | 295 | 110 | 432 | 316 | 122 | 310 | 307 | 423 | 2614 | 5,203 |
MIDDLE/FORWARDMen's | 115 | 67.1 | 361 | 226 | 101 | 411 | 103 | 320 | 343 | 306 | 418 | 2589 | 299 | 295 | 110 | 432 | 316 | 122 | 310 | 307 | 423 | 2614 | 5,203 |
FORWARD | 117 | 69.4 | 361 | 214 | 86 | 411 | 78 | 274 | 343 | 231 | 418 | 2416 | 299 | 240 | 110 | 432 | 276 | 106 | 310 | 227 | 423 | 2423 | 4,839 |
FORWARD | 112 | 64.8 | 361 | 214 | 86 | 411 | 78 | 274 | 343 | 231 | 418 | 2416 | 299 | 240 | 110 | 432 | 276 | 106 | 310 | 227 | 423 | 2423 | 4,839 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 3 | 17 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 4 | 16 | 18 | 10 | 2 | 14 | 6 | 12 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Palencia Golf Course offers 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
TOURNAMENT | 7,023 | 143 | 75.1 | 0-5 |
CHAMPION | 6,642 | 140 | 73.3 | 5-15 |
CHAMPION/COMPETITION | 6,485 | 138 | 72.6 | 5-15 |
COMPETITION | 6,285 | 134 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
GENTLEMENS | 5,996 | 130 | 70.4 | 12-22 |
GENTLEMENS/MIDDLE | 5,778 | 124 | 69.4 | 12-22 |
MIDDLE | 5,561 | 128 | 73.2 | 20-30 |
MIDDLE | 5,561 | 119 | 68.6 | 20-30 |
MIDDLE/FORWARD | 5,203 | 119 | 71.3 | 20-30 |
MIDDLE/FORWARD | 5,203 | 115 | 67.1 | 20-30 |
FORWARD | 4,839 | 117 | 69.4 | 25+ |
FORWARD | 4,839 | 112 | 64.8 | 25+ |
Amenities at Palencia Golf Course
Palencia Golf Course 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 Palencia Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Palencia Golf Course a public or private golf course?
Palencia Golf Course is a public golf course located in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Palencia Golf Course have?
Palencia Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Palencia Golf Course?
From the TOURNAMENT tees, Palencia Golf Course plays to 7,023 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,839 to 7,023 yards.
What is the slope rating at Palencia Golf Course?
The TOURNAMENT tees at Palencia Golf Course have a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 75.1. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Palencia Golf Course?
Yes, walking is allowed at Palencia Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Palencia Golf Course?
Contact the course directly to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Palencia Golf Course offer?
Palencia Golf Course offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Palencia Golf Course located?
Palencia Golf Course is located in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL.
What is the difficulty level at Palencia Golf Course?
Palencia Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 143. It plays harder than 85% 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 Palencia Golf Course?
Palencia Golf Course offers 12 tee sets. TOURNAMENT tees (7,023 yards, slope 143) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. FORWARD tees (4,839 yards, slope 112) 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 Palencia Golf Course?
Beginners at Palencia Golf Course should play the FORWARD tees, which play 4,839 yards with a slope of 112. 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 Palencia Golf Course?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the MIDDLE tees (slope 128, rating 73.2) at Palencia Golf Course has a course handicap of 18, 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 Palencia Golf Course?
A typical round at Palencia Golf Course 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.