The Claw at USF is a 18-hole public golf course in Tampa, Florida, designed by William F. Mitchell and built in 1967. Green fees run $30.00 on weekdays and $32.00 on weekends. The layout features Bermuda Grass covers both fairways and greens, 31-40 bunkers, water hazards in play. The course is open year-round, first tee time at 6:45 AM, metal spikes permitted. With 50,000 annual rounds, it is one of the Tampa area’s busier public facilities. The Claw at USF welcomes visitors and locals alike as one of the accessible daily-fee options in Tampa, Florida.
Contact Details
4202 E Fowler AveTampa, Florida 33620
813-632-6893
theclaw@admin.usf.edu
www.theclawatusf.org
Course Information
| Course City | Tampa |
|---|---|
| Course County | Hillsborough |
| Course State | Florida |
| Course Classification | Public |
| Course Built | 1967 |
| Course Annual Rounds | 50,000 |
| Course Season | Open all year |
| Course Manager | Jim Fee |
| Course Club Pro | Rob Rathbun |
| Course Superintendant | Malvin Halford |
| Course Guest Policy | Open |
| Course Designer | William F. Mitchell |
| Course Shop Hours | 6:30 AM / 5:00 PM |
| Course Dress Code | No tank tops or cutoffs |
| Course Weekend Fees | $32.00 |
| Course Weekday Fees | $30.00 |
| Course Tee Reservation | Accepted |
| Course Online Reservation | No |
| Course Earliest Tee Time | 6:45 AM |
| Course Holes | 18 |
| Course Green | Bermuda Grass |
| Course Fairway | Bermuda Grass |
| Course Water Hazard | Yes |
| Course Bunker | 31-40 |
| Course Metal Spike | Allowed |
| Course Greens Aerated | March June August November |
| Course Overseeding | October/Open |
| Course Five-somes | Allowed |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to play at The Claw at USF?
It costs $32.00 to play at The Claw at USF on the weekend and $30.00 to play on weekdays.
What is the grass type used on the course?
The grass type used at The Claw at USF is Bermuda Grass.
What is the dress code at The Claw at USF?
The dress code at The Claw at USF is No tank tops or cutoffs.
How many rounds of golf are played at The Claw at USF each year?
There are an estimated 50,000 rounds of golf played at The Claw at USF each year.
Does The Claw at USF have water hazards?
Yes, there are water hazards on the The Claw at USF course.
Does The Claw at USF have sand bunkers?
Yes, there are 31-40 sand bunkers located on the The Claw at USF course.
When are the greens aerated at The Claw at USF?
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 The Claw at USF are aerated in March, June, August, and November.