Delray Beach Golf Club

An accessible municipal course with Donald Ross roots and an old-Florida character that differs from newer residential layouts.

GUIDE RATING3.9/ 5

Editorial fit score, not a USGA tee rating.

At a glance

Location: Delray Beach
Access: Public municipal
Designer: Donald Ross
Golf: 18 holes
Difficulty: Approachable to moderate
Positioning: $
Real estate: Not associated
Official rating: Tee-dependent; confirm current scorecard

The design lens

Why the architect
matters.

COURSE DESIGN

Donald Ross

The named architect is the clearest starting point for understanding the course, but renovation history and current setup also shape how it plays. Ratings and slopes vary by course and tee; this guide avoids presenting one number as universal.

Course personality

What is it like to play?

Read the course
before the scorecard.

An accessible municipal course with Donald Ross roots and an old-Florida character that differs from newer residential layouts.

Off the teeForgiving

Demanding

Approach shotsForgiving

Demanding

GreensStraightforward

Highly demanding

Course managementBomb away

Think around

You’ll probably like this if…

Value-conscious locals, history-minded players, and golfers who prefer traditional shaping over resort presentation.

Think twice if…

Conditioning and infrastructure may not match premium daily-fee expectations.

Contact & directions

Take the next step
directly.

Access, membership terms, tee availability, and course ratings can change. Confirm current details with the club or public operator.

COURSE / CLUB