Bobby Jones Golf Club is Back in Full Swing

Whether you're an avid golfer or a learner, there are ample opportunities, upcoming leagues and events to get in on the action at the historic Bobby Jones Golf Club. And if you're not one who particularly cares about perfecting your swing or lowering their handicap, perhaps lawn bowling and nature trails might intrigue you.

Bobby Jones History

In 2023, the 199-acre, 18-hole golf course was restored to the original layout, as designed by famed golf architect Donald Ross. The course first opened to the public in 1926 and was named after legendary amateur golfer Robert Tyre Jones, Jr. in 1927. A newer 9-hole adjustable short course can be played five ways with 30 different hole options, and a 25-acre practice facility features a driving range with 70 hitting stations, chipping greens, teardrop target greens and a putting green. 

The complex also includes a clubhouse, a 90-acre nature park with walking and bicycle trails and a regional playground for the kiddos.

Host a Golf Outing

Eager to get out on the green with your buddies or coworkers? The driving range can accommodate 70 golfers. Whether an incentive meeting, a friendly outing or a competitive tournament, the newly restored golf complex is an ideal venue and perfect excuse to get a group together in Sarasota.

Bobby Jones' professional golf team and tournament services can work closely with you to help plan your first-time golf event. Customized outing types include full field shotgun (100+), modified shotgun (40-80), single tee times (16+), charity events, corporate outings, night golf and more!

Sign Up for Golfing Lessons

If this isn't a sign to improve your golf game, we don't know what else is. With an array of options, ranging from private and group lessons to adult clinics, junior packages, camps and more, the world-class facility is certainly a treat to step and swing on – no matter your experience and ability!

Book Your Tee Time

Bobby Jones Golf Club has a booking engine and free app for public tee times. Golfers will find the lowest prices when booking online. If you’re visiting City of Sarasota residents, they’re eligible to receive a golf discount and can book up to 14 days in advance. Some great features of the app that are sure to make your life easier on and off the course include: app-only discounts, GPS yardage, an interactive scorecard, track scoring stats, last-minute specials and user-friendly tee-time booking. 

Hike the Nature Trails

If you're not much of a golfer, you need not worry. You can still reap the benefits of Bobby Jones' beautified grounds – including 90 acres made into a nature park! It’s free and open to the public from dawn to dusk, allowing visitors to explore 20 acres of wetlands teeming with native plants and wildlife, as well as golf cart paths repurposed into walking/biking trails. 

Amenities of the community Nature Park include a historic park, a leashed dog area, public restrooms, nature trails, cycling/walking paths and a calming water feature to enjoy the nature and outdoors. Even birders will find their footing here, as 45 bird species have been documented at Bobby Jones.

Join the Sarasota Lawn Bowling Club

Lawn bowling lovers will be pleased to find that Sarasota Lawn Bowling Club, one of Sarasota's oldest historic clubs, resides on the Bobby Jones Golf Course off of Circus Road. The club hosts lawn bowling activities, club tournaments, fun bowling events and lessons for all ages.