Course Details

A Legendary Course Designed by Ron Garl

Nestled in West Bradenton just minutes from Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, and Holmes Beach, Manatee Golf Course is a public golf destination known for its welcoming layout, natural beauty, and accessibility.

Whether you’re a local, visiting the island, or just passing through the Bay Area, the course offers a high-quality round with no membership required.

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Testimonial

Playing a lot of the other courses around SRQ, I have to say that the fairways and greens here at Manatee County Golf Course were in much better shape then a lot of the more expensive golf courses, so i believe right now you get more bang for your buck at Manatee County Golf Course!!.” 

- Chris P

Two Courses to Play!

Manatee Golf Course pairs perfectly with its sister course, Buffalo Creek, giving golfers two outstanding public courses to enjoy. We are the closest golf course to Longboat Key and Anna Maria Island—so if one course is fully booked, be sure to check the other!
Feature Details
Architect Ron Garl
Opened 1988
Total Yardage 6,926 yards (Back Tees)
USGA Course Rating 73.6
Slope Rating 129
Ownership Manatee County

Pricing Policy: Demand-Based Pricing

Manatee Golf Course utilizes demand-based pricing, a strategy widely used in airlines, hotels, and professional sports. This means greens fees will fluctuate in real-time based on factors such as demand, availability, and time of day—allowing golfers to find the best rates that suit their schedules.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pricing

What is Demand-Based Pricing?

Rates are adjusted both higher and lower in real-time based on course demand and availability. This dynamic pricing model ensures fair access to tee times while helping golfers find the best deals.

I play at the same time every week. Why is my greens fee different?
Just like airline and hotel rates, prices fluctuate based on demand. By booking in advance or choosing less busy times, golfers can secure better rates.
Why is the other twosome playing with us paying a different rate?

Tee sheet pricing updates in real-time, meaning that if two separate reservations were made at different times, they may have been booked under different pricing conditions. As bookings change, rates may adjust accordingly.

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Visit our Driving Range

We feature a driving range on-par with the course! The grass tee practice range is available every day. Apply the lesson you had or come out and have fun hitting away! Use our putting and chipping greens when your short game needs help. You may track your success via our GHIN Handicapping system. We offer PGA Professional instruction for you to learn the game, or sharpen your skills if you are an experienced player.

A Course That Sits Softly on the Land

Ron Garl’s environmentally responsible designs maximize and enhance natural landscapes. His work at Manatee Golf Course showcases his innovative routing skills, ensuring a layout that is both challenging and enjoyable while preserving the beauty of the Florida landscape.

Come experience Ron Garl’s gift to Bradenton—play a round at Manatee Golf Course today!

Scorecard

Front 9

Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out
Blue (71.0/124) 413 404 179 469 404 404 331 209 505 3318
White (68.9/116) 386 375 150 429 372 379 320 179 460 3050
Gold (M:66.3/111 W:71.6/127) 333 341 129 390 332 346 307 153 422 2753
Red (68.6/117) 297 294 123 359 276 297 295 130 369 2440
Handicap 11 13 17 3 7 1 15 9 5
Par 4 4 3 5 4 4 4 3 5 36
Family (59.7/90) 230 205 80 268 165 240 194 76 256 1714

Back 9

Hole 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
Blue (71.0/124) 436 327 156 387 354 489 150 319 497 3115 6433
White (68.9/116) 395 303 147 357 325 468 138 305 466 2904 5954
Gold (M:66.3/111 W:71.6/127) 359 264 138 334 312 443 122 288 431 2691 5444
Red (68.6/117) 295 247 117 300 266 408 105 268 377 2383 4823
Handicap 2 16 18 8 10 4 14 12 6
Par 4 4 3 4 4 5 3 4 5 36 72
Family (59.7/90) 226 186 77 228 179 271 80 208 276 1731 3445