Lowest Slope (Public)

Easiest Golf Courses in Manatee County, Florida

The 15 most beginner-friendly public golf courses in Manatee County, Florida, ranked by lowest slope rating. Ideal for high-handicap golfers and new players.

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Ranked list of easiest golf courses in Manatee County

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1
Key Royale Golf Club
GOLD tees · 3,436 yds · Rating 59.2 · Par 64Holmes Beach
98
2
StoneyBrook Golf
YELLOW tees · 4,467 yds · Rating 62.9 · Par 72Bradenton
101
3
Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club
RED tees · 4,981 yds · Rating 63.4 · Par 72Lakewood Ranch
101
4
Links at Greenfield Plantation
ORANGE tees · 3,752 yds · Rating 61.8 · Par 72Bradenton
103
5
River Strand Golf & Country Club
SILVER tees · 3,803 yds · Rating 60.3 · Par 72Bradenton
103
6
River Run Golf Links
RED tees · 4,735 yds · Rating 63.7 · Par 70Bradenton
107
7
Waterlefe Golf Club
FAMILY tees · 3,961 yds · Rating 61.0 · Par 72Bradenton
109
8
River Wilderness Golf and Country Club
TURQUOISE tees · 4,720 yds · Rating 63.6 · Par 72Parrish
109
9
Cypress Links Course
RED tees · 5,076 yds · Rating 64.7 · Par 72Lakewood Ranch
109
10
The Preserve Golf Club
SILVER tees · 4,971 yds · Rating 63.7 · Par 71Bradenton
110
11
Manatee Golf Course
GOLD tees · 5,444 yds · Rating 66.3 · Par 72Bradenton
111
12
Buffalo Creek Golf Course
GOLD tees · 5,795 yds · Rating 67.8 · Par 72Parrish
115
13
Lakewood National Golf Club
WINNIE tees · 5,189 yds · Rating 69.8 · Par 72Lakewood Ranch
120
14
Ritz-Carlton Members Golf Club
GREEN tees · 5,775 yds · Rating 68.5 · Par 72Lakewood Ranch
120
15
Concession
RED tees · 5,042 yds · Rating 65.6 · Par 72Bradenton
127

Manatee County Golf Course Rankings FAQ

What is the easiest golf course in Manatee County, Florida?

Key Royale Golf Club in Holmes Beach is currently the easiest golf course in Manatee County based on slope (slope rating 98).

How many ranked golf courses are in Manatee County, Florida?

45 golf courses in Manatee County are cataloged in Stymie's directory. This ranking page shows the top 15 by slope.

How are the rankings calculated?

Rankings use the lowest USGA slope rating from each course's tee sets. Only public and municipal courses are included to ensure access. Slope ranges from 55 to 155 with 113 as average; lower is more forgiving.

Can I book a tee time at these Manatee County courses?

Yes. Each course name links to its Stymie page with scorecard, reviews, architect info, and booking options. Set a tee time alert to be notified when availability opens.