Jacksonville Beach & Ponte Vedra: Championship Pedigree, Coastal Ease.
This corridor runs from the tournament stage at TPC Sawgrass to an easygoing coastal round at Jacksonville Beach Golf Club. While just a short drive apart, you’ll find two different registers of golf. Pete Dye’s Stadium Course anchors the collection with strategic, water-lined design; Dye’s Valley plays as its more restrained companion. Jacksonville Beach Golf Club closes the loop with open, breezy terrain a few minutes from the Atlantic.
Featured Golf Courses
THE PLAYERS Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass – Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
Architect: Pete Dye & Alice Dye (1980)
Designed to test both mental acuity and physical skill, the Stadium Course features a mix of elevation changes, strategic bunkering, and water-lined fairways. Shot placement is paramount, forcing players to weigh aggression against caution. The routing unfolds with a rhythm that alternates between bold challenges and subtle nuances. Its architectural elegance merges natural contours with meticulously planned strategy.
Dye’s Valley Course at TPC Sawgrass – Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
Architect: Pete Dye, Jerry Pate & Bobby Weed (1987); restored by Bobby Weed
This course unfolds across gently rolling terrain where fairways bend around water hazards and natural hollows. Strategic angles and approach positioning are central to the design, rewarding disciplined decision-making. Each hole presents a distinct personality, requiring both imagination and restraint. The result is a thoughtful and refined complement to the nearby Stadium Course.
Jacksonville Beach Golf Club – Jacksonville Beach, FL
Architect: Clyde Johnston / Fuzzy Zoeller (1987); restored by Harrison Minchew
Just a few minutes from the Atlantic, this coastal course stretches across open terrain shaped by palms, lakes, and steady ocean breezes. The routing mixes forgiving lines with pockets of strategic bunkering, creating a fun, upbeat coastal round. Bright, open, and relaxed, it’s classic beach-town Florida golf
Plan Your Next Trip the Right Way
See how the courses, hotels, and areas sit relative to each other in Ponte Verda & NE Florida.
Insider Notes:
Premium tee times: TPC Sawgrass books early and commands premium pricing, especially for the Stadium Course (read: plan ahead)
Jacksonville Beach Golf Club: Coastal wind builds through the day, so adjust club selection accordingly.
Local Explore: The Reef and SeaBreeze at Ponte Vedra Inn & Club are reliable for fresh seafood and ocean views.
If time permits, a trip down to St. Augustine is worth the drive for cobblestone streets, Spanish architecture, and more. You can even fit in a round of golf - check out a few courses in our St. Augustine Area collection.
Airport Access:
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) is the closest major reposrt
THE PLAYERS Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass: ~45 minutes
Dye’s Valley Course at TPC Sawgrass: ~45 minutes
Jacksonville Beach Golf Club: ~18 miles
Driving Times:
From Jacksonville Beach/Ponte Vedra
Orlando, FL: ~2 hours 15 minutes
Savannah, GA: ~2.5 hours
Tallahassee, FL: ~3 hours
Tampa, FL: ~3.5 hours
Charleston, SC: ~4 hours 15 minutes
THE PLAYERS Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass – Ponte Vedra Beach, FL Reviews
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“The Players Championship is an absolute blast for golf fans and casual visitors alike! Whether you’re strolling around the course, settling in at specific holes, or following your favorite players, the atmosphere is electric and incredibly enjoyable."
-Michelle
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"The Players venue and the Pete Dye course is outstanding. Best field of players in the world. Course setup is challenging but fair. Risk and reward holes will keep them on their toes."
-Michael
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"Amazing course...It was my first time golfing this amazing and challenging course. And the fact that I was able to play it, still puts a smile on my face."
-Kevin
Dye’s Valley Course at TPC Sawgrass – Ponte Vedra Beach, FL Reviews
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"Updating…Played there again. Much better experience but still slow play. Clubhouse and staff are amazing."
-Anthony
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"Amazing course and very friendly staff!"
-Justin
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"Great course! Had an awesome time playing a scramble on our work trip. Course was beautiful"
-Brock
Jacksonville Beach Golf Club – Jacksonville Beach, FL Reviews
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"Great experience from start to finish. The pro shop staff were friendly and helpful, pace of play was excellent, and the course layout is very forgiving.”
-Richard
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"The driving range at Jax Beach Golf Club is my favorite spot to work on my game. The setup is great with plenty of hitting stations, a solid putting area, and fun targets to aim at, including a shipwreck out around 145 yards."
-Nick
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"This place is awesome. To have a course like this in the middle of a city is a real treat. The layout is beautiful. Water everywhere but still very playable. Greens were excellent. Not the fastest, but in great shape."
-Erik
