Sawgrass Country Club
About Sawgrass Country Club
Sawgrass Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. The course was designed by Arnold Palmer & Ed Seay. From the GOLD tees, the course plays to 7,059 yards with a par of 72. The GOLD tees carry a slope rating of 144 and a course rating of 74.9.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 147, Sawgrass Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in Florida, playing harder than 95% of 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 13 tee sets ranging from 5,158 to 7,059 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
7,059
Slope
144
Rating
74.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
147
This Course
133
FL Average
113
US Average
Based on 627 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GOLD | 144 | 74.9 | 404 | 180 | 412 | 422 | 445 | 548 | 183 | 412 | 525 | 3531 | 398 | 414 | 194 | 518 | 431 | 184 | 419 | 536 | 434 | 3528 | 7,059 |
BLUE | 142 | 73.3 | 385 | 170 | 377 | 404 | 425 | 522 | 171 | 388 | 507 | 3349 | 379 | 397 | 181 | 497 | 412 | 173 | 396 | 522 | 410 | 3367 | 6,716 |
BLUE/WHITE | 142 | 72.0 | 385 | 150 | 329 | 404 | 400 | 522 | 171 | 361 | 507 | 3229 | 350 | 375 | 181 | 497 | 412 | 152 | 364 | 522 | 390 | 3243 | 6,472 |
WHITE | 147 | 76.9 | 372 | 150 | 329 | 384 | 400 | 496 | 153 | 361 | 467 | 3112 | 350 | 375 | 165 | 467 | 370 | 152 | 364 | 515 | 390 | 3148 | 6,260 |
WHITE | 139 | 71.2 | 372 | 150 | 329 | 384 | 400 | 496 | 153 | 361 | 467 | 3112 | 350 | 375 | 165 | 467 | 370 | 152 | 364 | 515 | 390 | 3148 | 6,260 |
WHITE/GREEN | 143 | 75.2 | 353 | 150 | 329 | 364 | 366 | 496 | 153 | 331 | 467 | 3009 | 350 | 332 | 165 | 422 | 344 | 152 | 328 | 515 | 343 | 2951 | 5,960 |
WHITE/GREEN | 134 | 69.8 | 353 | 150 | 329 | 364 | 366 | 496 | 153 | 331 | 467 | 3009 | 350 | 332 | 165 | 422 | 344 | 152 | 328 | 515 | 343 | 2951 | 5,960 |
GREEN | 139 | 73.6 | 353 | 140 | 317 | 364 | 366 | 436 | 142 | 331 | 422 | 2871 | 316 | 332 | 144 | 422 | 344 | 135 | 328 | 412 | 343 | 2776 | 5,647 |
GREEN | 128 | 68.1 | 353 | 140 | 317 | 364 | 366 | 436 | 142 | 331 | 422 | 2871 | 316 | 332 | 144 | 422 | 344 | 135 | 328 | 412 | 343 | 2776 | 5,647 |
GREEN/RED | 134 | 72.1 | 353 | 140 | 294 | 364 | 311 | 436 | 120 | 291 | 396 | 2705 | 288 | 332 | 125 | 422 | 323 | 135 | 328 | 408 | 343 | 2704 | 5,409 |
GREEN/RED | 125 | 67.0 | 353 | 140 | 294 | 364 | 311 | 436 | 120 | 291 | 396 | 2705 | 288 | 332 | 125 | 422 | 323 | 135 | 328 | 408 | 343 | 2704 | 5,409 |
RED | 128 | 70.7 | 266 | 130 | 294 | 354 | 311 | 409 | 120 | 291 | 396 | 2571 | 288 | 305 | 125 | 368 | 323 | 117 | 310 | 408 | 343 | 2587 | 5,158 |
RED | 123 | 65.9 | 266 | 130 | 294 | 354 | 311 | 409 | 120 | 291 | 396 | 2571 | 288 | 305 | 125 | 368 | 323 | 117 | 310 | 408 | 343 | 2587 | 5,158 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 15 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 3 | 17 | 13 | 5 | 14 | 6 | 18 | 8 | 2 | 16 | 12 | 10 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Sawgrass Country Club offers 13 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
GOLD | 7,059 | 144 | 74.9 | 0-5 |
BLUE | 6,716 | 142 | 73.3 | 0-5 |
BLUE/WHITE | 6,472 | 142 | 72.0 | 5-15 |
WHITE | 6,260 | 147 | 76.9 | 5-15 |
WHITE | 6,260 | 139 | 71.2 | 5-15 |
WHITE/GREEN | 5,960 | 143 | 75.2 | 12-22 |
WHITE/GREEN | 5,960 | 134 | 69.8 | 12-22 |
GREEN | 5,647 | 139 | 73.6 | 20-30 |
GREEN | 5,647 | 128 | 68.1 | 20-30 |
GREEN/RED | 5,409 | 134 | 72.1 | 20-30 |
GREEN/RED | 5,409 | 125 | 67.0 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,158 | 128 | 70.7 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,158 | 123 | 65.9 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Sawgrass Country Club
Sawgrass Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Sawgrass Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sawgrass Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Sawgrass Country Club 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 Sawgrass Country Club have?expand_more
Sawgrass Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. The course was designed by Arnold Palmer & Ed Seay.
What is the yardage at Sawgrass Country Club?expand_more
From the BLUE/WHITE tees, Sawgrass Country Club plays to 6,472 yards (par 72). The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 5,158 to 7,059 yards.
What is the slope rating at Sawgrass Country Club?expand_more
The GOLD tees at Sawgrass Country Club have a slope rating of 144 and a course rating of 74.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Sawgrass Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Sawgrass Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Sawgrass Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Sawgrass Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Sawgrass Country Club offer?expand_more
Sawgrass Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Sawgrass Country Club located?expand_more
Sawgrass Country Club is located at 10034 Golf Club Dr in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL. You can reach them at 904-273-3720.
What is the difficulty level at Sawgrass Country Club?expand_more
Sawgrass Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 147. It plays harder than 95% 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 Sawgrass Country Club?expand_more
Sawgrass Country Club offers 13 tee sets. GOLD tees (7,059 yards, slope 144) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. RED tees (5,158 yards, slope 123) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Sawgrass Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Sawgrass Country Club should play the RED tees, which play 5,158 yards with a slope of 123. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Sawgrass Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the WHITE/GREEN tees (slope 134, rating 69.8) at Sawgrass Country Club would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 88. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Sawgrass Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Sawgrass Country 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.