Naples is known for its elite private golf clubs, but there are still excellent public-access courses available for visitors who want a top-tier golf experience without the membership. From challenging championship layouts to scenic resort courses, here are five of the best public golf courses you can actually play in or near Naples.
1. Tiburón Golf Club – Gold & Black Courses
Location: North Naples
Access: Public via daily tee times or resort guest booking
Tiburón is Naples’ premier resort-accessible golf destination, featuring two immaculate Greg Norman–designed courses. The Gold Course hosts the PGA Tour’s QBE Shootout and the LPGA CME Group Tour Championship, offering a championship layout that’s firm, fast, and fair. The Black Course is slightly more forgiving and often less crowded, but still impeccably maintained.
Expect premium rates, but the conditions and service are some of the best in the area.
2. Old Corkscrew Golf Club
Location: Estero (30–40 minutes from Naples)
Access: True daily fee, no membership required
A Jack Nicklaus Signature design, Old Corkscrew is a pure golf experience with no homes, no noise, and no distractions — just pristine fairways winding through native Florida vegetation. It’s considered one of the most challenging and scenic rounds in Southwest Florida and consistently ranks among the best public courses in the state.
3. Lely Resort – Mustang Course
Location: South Naples
Access: Open to the public
Lely Resort offers two public courses, and the Mustang Course, designed by Lee Trevino, is the clear favorite. It features wide fairways, water hazards, and a fun but fair layout that works for all skill levels. The course is well-maintained and the practice facilities are strong. It’s an excellent choice for vacationers staying in the area.
4. Naples Grande Golf Club
Location: Central Naples
Access: Available only to guests of Naples Grande Beach Resort or partner properties
Designed by Rees Jones, Naples Grande is a beautifully maintained, resort-style course with rolling fairways, elevated tees, and challenging greens. The layout runs through native pine hammocks and preserves, offering a peaceful and polished playing experience. This is one of the top semi-private resort-access options in Naples.
5. Audubon Country Club (Limited Access)
Location: North Naples
Access: Occasionally open to the public via GolfNow or reciprocal programs
Audubon is primarily a private club, but tee times are occasionally released to the public. When available, it’s worth jumping on. The course features recently renovated greens and bunkers, a scenic and walkable layout, and a quiet atmosphere. Call ahead or check online — access is limited but rewarding.
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