New public-access golf course opens in growing Florida community
Calusa Country Club has opened in Lakewood Ranch, Florida, as part of a Lennar Homes development. The 18-hole course, designed by Gordon Lewis and open to the public with memberships available, is part of the Lakewood Ranch community that is just southeast of Tampa Bay.
The Calusa layout – managed by Troon's ICON Management division – has Tif Eagle greens, Bimini Bermuda fairways and water in play on all 18 holes. The facility also features a water range and a short-game practice area. A 12-hole putting course will be added, also designed by Lewis.
This article originally appeared on Golfweek: New public-access golf course opens in growing Florida community
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