Originally designed in 1959 by Robert Trent Jones, Sr., the course accepted additional changes under the supervision of Joe Lee. In 2002 it underwent its most dramatic change to date - a complete facelift - as a Jack Nicklaus Signature designed golf course.

Blue lakes and water features, including marshy wetlands filled with aquatic plants, strategically placed bunkers and smaller, well protected greens aren’t the only challenges awaiting the golfer. Large waste areas have been carved between several holes, creating a new dimension of risk and adding to the visual relief of the emerald green fairways.

The par five’s are very much risk/reward par five’s and because of the inclusion of five sets of tees it’s very playable no matter what level of golfer steps up the tee. Forward tees play just over 5000 yards and championship tees play just under 7050 yards.

There are no forced carries anywhere on the course and while many of the greens have adjacent hazards, Mr. Nicklaus gave the higher handicapper a bale out area next to the green so that 150 yard shot over water isn’t so intimidating (honestly!).

Frustration is just a wandering tee shot away but landing areas are ample. If you find water or sand, you asked for it. Second shots, both on par fours and fives, are radically more serious. Deep bunkers, water hazards and collection area stand sentinel to push your fortitude.  The fourth hole epitomizes this design. A mid-length hole with an ever-so-slight elbow right, the only danger off the tee is a large trap at the corner. Blame only yourself if you find this sand. Blame Jack, if your incoming shot sinks into the lake short and left that snuggles up to the green or the bunker above the hole on the right, or comes up just short and rolls a bit back toward you.