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Hardest Golf Courses in Highlands County, Florida

The 11 most challenging golf courses in Highlands County, Florida, ranked by maximum slope rating. Tee-by-tee yardage, slope, and course rating for every course.

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Ranked list of hardest golf courses in Highlands County

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1
Lake Country Golf & Country Club
GOLD tees · 7,121 yds · Rating 74.0 · Par 72Lake Placid
141
2
Golf Hammock Golf and Country Club
BLUE tees · 6,403 yds · Rating 70.7 · Par 72Sebring
131
3
Placid Lakes Country Club
BLACK tees · 6,893 yds · Rating 73.4 · Par 72Lake Placid
129
4
Sun 'n Lake Golf Course
WHITE tees · 5,965 yds · Rating 74.5 · Par 72Sebring
129
5
Turtle Run Course
WHITE tees · 5,965 yds · Rating 74.5 · Par 72Sebring
129
6
River Greens Golf Course
BLUE LONG tees · 6,102 yds · Rating 69.6 · Par 72Avon Park
125
7
Pinecrest Golf Club
WHITE tees · 5,715 yds · Rating 73.1 · Par 72 · Semi_privateAvon Park
124
8
Pinecrest on Lotela Golf Club
WHITE tees · 5,715 yds · Rating 73.1 · Par 72Avon Park
124
9
Sebring Golf Links
BLACK tees · 6,530 yds · Rating 70.5 · Par 71Sebring
121
10
The Country Club of Sebring
BLACK tees · 6,530 yds · Rating 70.5 · Par 71Sebring
121
11
Sebring Municipal Golf Course
BLUE tees · 6,137 yds · Rating 69.2 · Par 72Sebring
116

Highlands County Golf Course Rankings FAQ

What is the hardest golf course in Highlands County, Florida?

Lake Country Golf & Country Club in Lake Placid is currently the hardest golf course in Highlands County based on slope (slope rating 141).

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

23 golf courses in Highlands County are cataloged in Stymie's directory. This ranking page shows the top 11 by slope.

How are the rankings calculated?

Rankings use the USGA slope rating from each course's most difficult tee set. Slope measures relative difficulty for a bogey golfer versus a scratch golfer, on a scale from 55 (easiest) to 155 (most challenging). A slope of 113 is average.

Can I book a tee time at these Highlands 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.