Ocoee Sports & Athletics at a Glance

18 Hole Public Golf Course
26 Pickleball Courts Approved
13 City Parks & Facilities
159 Acre Dynasty Complex

🏆 Ocoee's Sports Identity: Ocoee is positioning itself as Central Florida's sports tourism hub. The city-owned Forest Lake Golf Club anchors an 18-hole championship experience, while Prime Pickleball Ocoee (25 indoor + 1 championship court) and the forthcoming Dynasty complex are turning the city into a tournament destination. For the established side of the story, Vignetti Park and the Jim Beech Recreation Center have served Ocoee families for decades. Learn more about living in Ocoee.

"From Forest Lake Golf Club to Prime Pickleball to The Dynasty, Ocoee is building something no neighboring West Orange community has — a genuine sports tourism economy layered on top of solid, city-run youth and adult recreation."
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Sports & Athletics Highlights of Ocoee

Ocoee's athletic character splits into two clear stories. On one side sit the established city-run institutions: the 200-acre Bill Breeze Park on Starke Lake, the Vignetti Park sports complex, the Jim Beech Recreation Center and Action Sports Park, and Vandergrift Central Park, home to the Ocoee Little League and Ocoee Bulldogs Pop Warner football. On the other sits a new chapter: The Dynasty and Prime Pickleball, designed from the outset for national tournaments. For families considering the move, explore our Ocoee homes for sale.

⛳ City-Owned Championship Golf

The city-owned Forest Lake Golf Club delivers an 18-hole, par-72 championship layout (7,221 yards from the tips) with no homes on the course — a rarity in Central Florida. Designed by Clifton, Ezell & Clifton.

🏓 Tournament-Grade Pickleball

City commissioners approved Prime Pickleball Ocoee in September 2025 — a 6.08-acre complex with 25 indoor courts and one outdoor championship court, positioned to host APP and PPA Tour-caliber events.

⚽ Established Youth Leagues

Ocoee Little League, Ocoee Bulldogs Pop Warner football, and the Golden Goal Sports / Ocoee Soccer League anchor youth athletics at Vandergrift Central Park and the Jim Beech Recreation Center.

🏟️ The Dynasty on the Horizon

The Dynasty Ocoee is a $1 billion, 159-acre youth sports and entertainment complex with 17 multipurpose fields, a 150,000 sq ft indoor facility, and more than 1,100 hotel rooms — construction underway, completion targeted for 2027.

Related reading: Sports Tourism in Ocoee

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Ocoee Sports & Athletics Map

Explore golf courses, recreation centers, parks, and sports facilities in Ocoee using this interactive map:

The Dynasty & Prime Pickleball: Ocoee's Sports Tourism Future

Two projects are reshaping Ocoee's sports identity in ways no adjacent West Orange community has matched. Together they represent more than $1 billion in announced investment and set the city up to host national-caliber tournaments year-round.

🏟️ The Dynasty | Ocoee

The Dynasty is a 159-acre, $1 billion youth sports and entertainment campus being developed by Montierre Development at the southeast corner of Ocoee-Apopka Road and Fullers Cross Road. Designed by AECOM and MDSX, the plan includes a 150,000-square-foot indoor sports facility with simulation technology, 17 multipurpose turf fields, more than 1,100 hotel rooms across two properties, and 350,000 square feet of dining, retail, and entertainment along a pedestrian riverwalk. Construction is underway with completion targeted for 2027. Local residents will have access to facilities when they're not in tournament use.

🏓 Prime Pickleball Ocoee

In September 2025, the Ocoee City Commission approved Vasant Sports LLC's revised Prime Pickleball Ocoee complex — 25 fully air-conditioned indoor courts, one outdoor championship court with bleacher seating, a two-story banquet hall, restaurant and bar overlooking the courts, pro shop, locker rooms, and saunas. Located on 6.08 acres at 1000–1100 Jacob Nathan Boulevard, the facility is engineered for tournament play and is targeting APP and PPA Tour events. Construction is estimated at 15–18 months.

"Few Central Florida municipalities have simultaneously landed a $1 billion youth sports complex and a 26-court tournament pickleball facility. Ocoee has done both — and layered them on top of existing city-run recreation."

For the broader context of how these projects fit together, read our Sports Tourism in Ocoee guide.

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Golf Courses in Ocoee

Ocoee's golf story centers on one course with an unusual backstory: Forest Lake Golf Club sits on city-owned land, and Ocoee itself holds the ground lease — giving the city the right of first refusal on any transfer of the course's leaseholder rights. Golfers in Ocoee also have ready access to championship courses in the surrounding West Orange corridor.

⛳ Top 5 Sports & Athletic Destinations in Ocoee

1Forest Lake Golf Club

An 18-hole, par-72 championship course (7,221 yards from the tips) on 218 acres with no homes in sight. Designed by Clifton, Ezell & Clifton. City-owned, publicly accessible.

2Vignetti Park

Ocoee's premier sports and recreation complex — baseball, softball, and soccer fields plus the new Vignetti Fitness Center at 1910 Adair Street. Tennis lessons via Posh Rock Tennis.

3Jim Beech Recreation Center

The city's recreation hub at 1820 A.D. Mims Road — gymnasium, Family Aquatic Center (seasonal), youth basketball, girls volleyball, Little League, adult leagues, and summer camp.

4Prime Pickleball Ocoee

Vasant Sports' tournament pickleball facility — 25 indoor courts, one outdoor championship court, pro shop, restaurant, banquet hall. Approved September 2025.

5Ocoee Action Sports Park

A 20,000-square-foot action sports park at Vandergrift designed by American Ramp Company — street-style ramps, stairs, rails, grind box, competition-level pump track, and wall ride.

🏌️ Golf Courses & Country Clubs

Course Name Type Location Details
Forest Lake Golf Club Public Golf 10521 Clarcona-Ocoee Rd, near Ocoee 18 holes, par 72, 7,221 yards from the tips. Clifton, Ezell & Clifton design. City-owned land, public access, no homes on course. Practice range, putting green, Rusty Niblick Pub & Grill.
West Orange Country Club Country Club Winter Garden, minutes from Ocoee Established private country club in neighboring Winter Garden — accessible via SR 429 and SR 50.
Orange County National Golf Center Public Golf Near Horizon West 45 holes of championship golf — Panther Lake and Crooked Cat courses. Public access, a short drive south of Ocoee via SR 429.

For buyers drawn to golf-adjacent living, Forest Lake Estates, Forest Oaks, and Greens at Forest Lake all sit beside the course. Browse Ocoee homes for sale or explore luxury homes in Ocoee.

People Also Ask

Is Forest Lake Golf Club public?

Yes. Forest Lake Golf Club is a public daily-fee course. The course sits on city-owned land in Ocoee, with the city holding the ground lease. That arrangement gives Ocoee the right of first refusal on any transfer of leaseholder rights — a detail that made news in 2024 when commissioners denied a proposed assignment.

Are there other golf courses near Ocoee?

Yes. West Orange Country Club is a short drive west in Winter Garden, and Orange County National sits south toward Horizon West with 45 holes of public golf. Both are easily reached via SR 429.

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Gyms & Fitness Centers in Ocoee

Ocoee's fitness scene runs along West Colonial Drive (SR 50), the city's commercial spine, with the city's own Vignetti Fitness Center serving downtown. For a deeper look at the full health and wellness picture, see our guide to fitness and wellness in Ocoee.

💪 Gyms, Fitness Centers & Studios

Facility Name Type Location Amenities
Jim Beech Recreation Center City Rec Center 1820 A.D. Mims Rd, Ocoee Gymnasium, open gym volleyball (Tue 8:30–10:30 PM), youth and adult leagues, swim lessons, summer camp, before/after school care.
Vignetti Fitness Center City Fitness Center 1910 Adair St, Ocoee City-operated fitness room at Vignetti Park. Residents-focused membership access.
Planet Fitness 24-Hour Gym 10908 W Colonial Dr, Ocoee 24-hour access, cardio and strength machines, free fitness training. Memberships from around $15/month.
Crunch Fitness — Ocoee Full-Service Gym 1560 E Silver Star Rd, Ocoee Group fitness classes, certified personal trainers, strength and cardio equipment. Memberships starting around $9.99/month.
Anytime Fitness 24-Hour Gym 9679 W Colonial Dr, Ocoee 24/7 access, personalized coaching, strength and cardio equipment.

💡 Local Tip: The city's fitness and wellness guide also covers smaller independent gyms and specialty studios — Iron Core Gym, Mili's Gym, Hardcore Fitness, The Weight House, and the Roper YMCA Family Center are all worth considering alongside the national chains.

For more wellness and healthcare context, explore our Ocoee health and wellness guide.

What gyms are in Ocoee?

Ocoee has Planet Fitness and Anytime Fitness on West Colonial Drive, Crunch Fitness on East Silver Star Road, and the city's own Jim Beech Recreation Center and Vignetti Fitness Center for residents. The Roper YMCA Family Center and several independent gyms round out the scene. See our full fitness and wellness in Ocoee guide.

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Youth & Adult Team Sports in Ocoee

Ocoee Parks and Leisure Services runs an active youth and adult sports calendar year-round, centered on Vandergrift Central Park (baseball, football) and the Jim Beech Recreation Center (basketball, volleyball). Independent organizations — Ocoee Little League, Ocoee Bulldogs Pop Warner, and Golden Goal Sports / Ocoee Soccer League — round out youth athletics. Families should also reference our Ocoee schools guide for school-affiliated programs. For a full breakdown, see youth sports leagues in Ocoee.

⚽ Youth Sports Organizations

Organization Type Sports Offered Details
Ocoee Parks & Leisure Services City Youth Rec Basketball, Little League baseball, girls volleyball, flag football City-run programs at Jim Beech Recreation Center and Vandergrift. Two seasons per sport per year. Registration windows vary — youth basketball registration opens March, baseball opens June.
Ocoee Little League Little League Baseball (all age divisions) Plays out of Vandergrift Central Park, 560 Flewelling Drive. Three lighted baseball fields on site.
Ocoee Bulldogs (Pop Warner) Youth Football Tackle football, cheerleading, dance Part of the Mid-Florida Football League and Pop Warner Little Scholars. Games played on the Bulldog Football Field at Vandergrift.
Ocoee Soccer League (GGS) Youth Soccer Developmental soccer, U3–U14 Powered by Golden Goal Sports Academy, based at 1820 A.D. Mims Road. Sponsored by the Let Me Play Foundation.
UA RISE Ocoee Flag Football Flag Football Co-ed flag football (K–8) Fall season October–November at Bob Sorenson Field, 550 Bob Sorenson Lane.

🏀 Adult Leagues

Ocoee's adult recreation calendar is covered in depth in our adult recreation and fitness leagues guide. Seasonal offerings include:

  • Co-ed Kickball — 7-game regular season plus playoffs. Monday nights at Vandergrift Central Park. 18+ only.
  • Co-ed Soccer — 7-game regular season plus playoffs. Games at Bulldog Football Field.
  • Open Gym Volleyball — Tuesday nights 8:30–10:30 PM at Jim Beech Recreation Center.

Registration and schedules are handled through Ocoee Parks and Leisure Services (407-905-3180).

🏫 Ocoee High School Knights Athletics

Ocoee High School fields the Knights, competing in OCPS athletics across football, basketball, soccer, baseball, softball, volleyball, cross country, and track. The school — earning back-to-back "A" grades with a 100% graduation rate — also offers AFJROTC, competition cheer, and an esports program. Full schedules and rosters are maintained at the official Ocoee Athletics site.

What youth sports leagues are available in Ocoee?

Ocoee has Ocoee Little League (baseball), the Ocoee Bulldogs (Pop Warner football and cheer), Golden Goal Sports / Ocoee Soccer League (developmental soccer U3–U14), and UA RISE flag football. The city's own Parks & Leisure Services adds youth basketball, girls volleyball, and Little League baseball twice a year. For school-affiliated programs, visit our Ocoee schools guide.

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Pickleball, Tennis & Racquet Sports in Ocoee

Pickleball is arguably Ocoee's fastest-emerging sports story. With Prime Pickleball Ocoee approved and existing outdoor courts at Tiger Minor Park, the city is establishing itself as a Central Florida pickleball destination. Tennis runs primarily through Vignetti Park (private lessons via Posh Rock Tennis) and neighborhood-park courts.

🏓 Pickleball & Tennis Facilities

Facility Name Type Location Amenities
Prime Pickleball Ocoee Pickleball 1000–1100 Jacob Nathan Blvd, Ocoee 25 indoor air-conditioned courts, one outdoor championship court with bleachers, restaurant and bar, pro shop, banquet hall, locker rooms, saunas. Approved September 2025 — expected to open in 2027.
Vignetti Park Tennis Tennis Vignetti Park, Ocoee Tennis courts with instruction by Posh Rock Tennis (Jack Vinson, certified professional). Semi-private and private lessons for youth and adults.
Tiger Minor Park Pickleball Pickleball Tiger Minor Park, Ocoee Outdoor pickleball courts — the city's existing public pickleball venue. Prime Pickleball is expected to reduce outdoor court demand once open.
Parkside/Coventry Park Tennis 2730 Coventry Lane, Ocoee Neighborhood tennis and basketball courts alongside playground and open play field.

The broader outdoor and action-sports picture is covered in our Ocoee parks and recreation guide.

Where can I play pickleball in Ocoee?

Right now, outdoor courts at Tiger Minor Park. Once Prime Pickleball Ocoee opens at 1000–1100 Jacob Nathan Boulevard, the city will have 25 indoor air-conditioned tournament courts plus an outdoor championship court — positioning Ocoee for national-level tournament play.

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Aquatics & Swimming in Ocoee

Ocoee's aquatic programming centers on the Family Aquatic Center at Jim Beech, a seasonal pool with a zero-depth entry designed for families. The pool operates May through early October; the rest of the year, aquatic programming is limited but swim lessons and pool parties are available during the season.

🏊 Aquatic Facilities

Facility Name Type Location Programs
Ocoee Family Aquatic Center Public Pool 1820 A.D. Mims Rd, Ocoee Seasonal (May–October). Zero-depth entry, maximum 4-foot depth, three distinct play features with spray elements. Private and group swim lessons, autistic swim, pool parties, camp swim visits.

🏊 Swim Lesson Note

The Family Aquatic Center is unheated and operates only during the warm-weather months. For year-round competitive swim training, Ocoee families typically route to YMCA facilities or private swim clubs in neighboring Winter Garden and Windermere.

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Boating & Water Sports in Ocoee

Ocoee is a city of smaller lakes — Starke Lake, Prairie Lake, Lake Olympia, Lake Meadow, Spring Lake, and others — with Starke Lake serving as the city's primary public boating and fishing lake. The city has partnered with FWC to make Starke Lake one of Central Florida's more "angler-friendly" lakes, and Bill Breeze Park's boat ramp is the main public launch point. For waterfront living, explore our Ocoee waterfront homes.

🚤 Boat Ramps & Public Lake Access

Access Point Type Location Services
Bill Breeze Park Boat Ramp 125 N Lakeshore Dr, on Starke Lake Two-lane boat ramp, ADA-accessible fishing pier with fish feeders, aquascaped shoreline for bank fishing, picnic pavilions, restrooms. Adjacent to Ocoee City Hall.
Municipal Lakefront Park Boat Ramp 150 N Lakeshore Dr, on Starke Lake Boat launch, fishing pier, picnic pavilions, public restrooms. Adjacent to Bill Breeze Park.
Prairie Lake Park Non-Motorized 2075 Hackney Prairie Rd Non-motorized boat launch, fishing dock, nature trail. Kayak and paddleboard access only.

🎣 About Starke Lake

Starke Lake is a 200-acre lake in the city limits, jointly managed by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and the City of Ocoee. The lake is known for largemouth bass fishing — relatively deep water that rewards experienced anglers. The Bill Breeze Park area supports boat launching, jet skis, shoreline fishing, and paddlecraft. Several lakefront neighborhoods — Sleepy Harbour, Sleepy Harbour Condos, and others — offer direct boating access.

🐊 Florida Lake Reality: Starke Lake, like all Central Florida lakes, has a resident alligator population. The lake is actively used for boating, fishing, and jet skis, but swimming from the shoreline is not recommended — use the supervised Family Aquatic Center instead. Keep pets away from the water's edge, and follow standard Florida lake safety practices.

🚴 West Orange Trail — Ocoee's Cycling Spine

The 22-mile West Orange Trail passes through Ocoee with a significant trailhead near Bill Breeze Park. For cyclists, runners, and walkers, our Ocoee-specific trail guide covers the section through the city. The trail connects Ocoee to Winter Garden to the west and Apopka to the north.

🦅 Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive

The Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive — an 11-mile scenic drive along Lake Apopka and one of Florida's premier birding corridors — anchors Ocoee's northern edge near Crown Point and the Westyn Bay area. For a deeper dive, see the Ocoee-specific wildlife drive guide.

Where can I launch a boat in Ocoee?

Bill Breeze Park and Municipal Lakefront Park both have public boat ramps on Starke Lake — a 200-acre city-limits lake known for bass fishing. Prairie Lake Park has a non-motorized launch for kayaks and paddleboards. For bigger-water access, the Lake Apopka corridor sits along Ocoee's northern edge.

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Specialized & Action Sports in Ocoee

Ocoee's specialized sports offerings include a full-scale action sports park, a downtown entertainment venue with bowling and arcade, and martial arts programs through the city's recreation system.

🛹 Action Sports & Specialized Facilities

Facility Name Type Location Activities
Ocoee Action Sports Park Action Sports Vandergrift Park, 560 Flewelling Dr 20,000 sq ft park built by American Ramp Company. Street-style elements, ramps, stairs, rails, grind box, competition-level pump track, wall ride. Skateboarding, BMX, scooters.
Isshinryu Budo Kai Karate Martial Arts Jim Beech Recreation Center Karate program with roots dating to 1956. Youth and adult instruction through Ocoee Parks & Leisure Services.

🎳 Entertainment Venues with Sports Elements

Venue Name Type Location Features
GameTime Ocoee Bowling/Arcade West Colonial Dr, Ocoee Arcade games, mini bowling, sports bar, family entertainment. See the GameTime guide for full details.

🏟️ Future Sports Complex

Complex Name Type Location Facilities
The Dynasty | Ocoee Sports Complex Ocoee-Apopka Rd at Fullers Cross Rd $1 billion, 159-acre youth sports and entertainment complex. 150,000 sq ft indoor sports facility, 17 multipurpose turf fields, 1,100+ hotel rooms, 350,000 sq ft of dining/retail/entertainment along a pedestrian riverwalk. Construction underway; targeted completion 2027.

Related reading: Sports Tourism in Ocoee | Ocoee's Complete Parks Guide

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Athletic Lifestyle in Ocoee

Why Choose Ocoee for Sports & Athletics?

Ocoee residents enjoy:

Sports & Athletic Culture in Ocoee

⛳ Municipal Golf Culture

Few Central Florida cities own the land under their public golf course and hold the ground lease. Forest Lake is a distinctly civic asset in Ocoee — residents feel ownership of it in a way that doesn't apply to most public courses.

🏓 Pickleball Culture, Rising

Outdoor courts at Tiger Minor Park have fueled enough demand that Prime Pickleball Ocoee was approved to relieve pressure and formalize the city as a tournament destination.

🏈 Youth Athletics Tradition

Ocoee Bulldogs Pop Warner teams have advanced to national tournaments; Ocoee High Knights football reached a first-ever regional championship. Youth athletics here has depth and history.

🛹 Action Sports & Lakefront Recreation

The Action Sports Park, Bill Breeze Park's Starke Lake boat ramp, and the West Orange Trail give Ocoee a distinctly active outdoor layer beyond organized sports.

Quick Sports & Athletics Facts

"Ocoee is where established city recreation meets a sports-tourism future. The pieces — Forest Lake, Vignetti, Jim Beech, The Dynasty, Prime Pickleball — don't fit any Central Florida suburb's standard playbook."

Related reading: Sports Tourism in Ocoee

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Nearby Sports & Athletic Facilities

Ocoee residents sit at the convergence of SR 429, SR 408, and Florida's Turnpike — a tri-expressway position that opens up sports and athletic facilities across Orange County and beyond.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ocoee Sports

What golf courses are in Ocoee?

Ocoee's main course is Forest Lake Golf Club — an 18-hole, par-72 championship layout (7,221 yards from the tips) designed by Clifton, Ezell & Clifton. It sits on city-owned land and is one of the few Florida golf venues with no homes along the course. Nearby, West Orange Country Club in Winter Garden and Orange County National Golf Center (45 holes) toward Horizon West are minutes away via SR 429.

Does Ocoee have good fitness centers?

Yes. Ocoee has Planet Fitness (24-hour) and Anytime Fitness on West Colonial Drive, Crunch Fitness on East Silver Star Road, plus the city's own Jim Beech Recreation Center and Vignetti Fitness Center. The Roper YMCA Family Center and several independent gyms — Iron Core Gym, Mili's Gym, Hardcore Fitness — round out the scene. Our fitness and wellness guide covers all options. Browse Ocoee homes for sale.

What is The Dynasty Ocoee and when will it open?

The Dynasty Ocoee is a $1 billion, 159-acre youth sports and entertainment complex being developed by Montierre Development at the southeast corner of Ocoee-Apopka Road and Fullers Cross Road. Plans include a 150,000 sq ft indoor sports facility, 17 multipurpose turf fields, more than 1,100 hotel rooms, and 350,000 sq ft of dining, retail, and entertainment. Construction is underway with target completion in 2027. Local residents will have access to athletic facilities when they're not in tournament use.

What youth sports leagues are available in Ocoee?

Ocoee has Ocoee Little League (baseball), the Ocoee Bulldogs (Pop Warner football and cheer), Golden Goal Sports / Ocoee Soccer League (U3–U14), and UA RISE flag football. The city's Parks & Leisure Services adds youth basketball, girls volleyball, and Little League baseball across two seasons per year. For school-affiliated athletics, visit our Ocoee schools guide.

Where can I play pickleball in Ocoee?

Right now, outdoor courts at Tiger Minor Park serve the city's existing pickleball demand. Prime Pickleball Ocoee was approved in September 2025 — a 6.08-acre complex at 1000–1100 Jacob Nathan Boulevard with 25 indoor air-conditioned courts and one outdoor championship court, designed for tournament play. The facility is expected to host APP and PPA Tour events once construction is complete.

Can I go boating or fishing in Ocoee?

Yes. Bill Breeze Park and Municipal Lakefront Park both have public boat ramps on Starke Lake — a 200-acre lake jointly managed by FWC and the City of Ocoee, known for largemouth bass. Prairie Lake Park offers non-motorized launches for kayaks and paddleboards. Like all Central Florida lakes, Starke Lake has alligators — follow standard lake safety practices. Explore waterfront homes in Ocoee.

What makes Ocoee different from neighboring communities for sports?

Two things. First, Ocoee owns the land under its primary golf course — Forest Lake Golf Club — making the course a civic asset in a way few public courses are. Second, Ocoee has simultaneously landed two of the most ambitious sports-tourism projects in Central Florida: The Dynasty (159 acres, $1B) and Prime Pickleball Ocoee (26 courts). See our sports tourism in Ocoee guide. Ready to make Ocoee home? Browse Ocoee real estate listings.

Related reading: Sports Tourism in Ocoee | Fitness and Wellness in Ocoee | Ocoee's Complete Parks Guide

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*Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only. Facility hours, membership fees, programs, and access may change. The Dynasty Ocoee and Prime Pickleball Ocoee are announced developments; timelines, features, and final facilities are subject to change. Please verify current details directly with each facility before visiting. The inclusion of sports facilities, golf courses, gyms, and links on this site does not imply endorsement by the site owner. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or services of any linked sites. Private clubs and facilities may require membership or fees for access. All Florida lakes contain wildlife including alligators — follow standard safety practices.

Last Updated: April 19, 2026