South Course at Highlands Ridge is a 36-hole semi-private golf course in Avon Park, Florida, designed by Steve Smyers and built in 1990. Green fees are $42.00 seven days a week. The layout features Bermuda Grass covers both fairways and greens, 71-80 bunkers, water hazards in play. The course is open year-round, first tee time at 7:30 AM, soft spikes required. The course handles approximately 40,000 rounds per year, serving the local Avon Park golf community. South Course at Highlands Ridge welcomes visitors and locals alike as one of the accessible daily-fee options in Avon Park, Florida.
Contact Details
3455 E Fairway Vista DrAvon Park, Florida 33825
863-471-2299
Course Information
| Course City | Avon Park |
|---|---|
| Course County | Highlands |
| Course State | Florida |
| Course Classification | Semi-Private |
| Course Built | 1990 |
| Course Annual Rounds | 40,000 |
| Course Season | Open all year |
| Course Manager | Gordon Jeffries |
| Course Club Pro | Gordon Jeffries |
| Course Superintendant | Dan Smokstad |
| Course Guest Policy | Open |
| Course Designer | Steve Smyers |
| Course Shop Hours | 7:00 AM / 5:00 PM |
| Course Dress Code | Collared shirt, no other requirements |
| Course Weekend Fees | $42.00 |
| Course Weekday Fees | $42.00 |
| Course Tee Reservation | Accepted |
| Course Online Reservation | No |
| Course Earliest Tee Time | 7:30 AM |
| Course Holes | 36 |
| Course Green | Bermuda Grass |
| Course Fairway | Bermuda Grass |
| Course Water Hazard | Yes |
| Course Bunker | 71-80 |
| Course Metal Spike | Not Allowed |
| Course Greens Aerated | May |
| Course Overseeding | November/Closed |
| Course Five-somes | Not Allowed |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to play at South Course at Highlands Ridge?
It costs $42.00 to play at South Course at Highlands Ridge on both weekdays and weekends.
What is the grass type used on the course?
The grass type used at South Course at Highlands Ridge is Bermuda Grass.
What is the dress code at South Course at Highlands Ridge?
The dress code at South Course at Highlands Ridge is Collared shirt, no other requirements.
How many rounds of golf are played at South Course at Highlands Ridge each year?
There are an estimated 40,000 rounds of golf played at South Course at Highlands Ridge each year.
Does South Course at Highlands Ridge have water hazards?
Yes, there are water hazards on the South Course at Highlands Ridge course.
Does South Course at Highlands Ridge have sand bunkers?
Yes, there are 71-80 sand bunkers located on the South Course at Highlands Ridge course.
When are the greens aerated at South Course at Highlands Ridge?
Aeration is needed to keep the greens healthy and involves placing small holes in the greens to allow air, water, and nutrients to reach the roots. The greens at South Course at Highlands Ridge are aerated in May.