Private · 18 Holes

Lake Wales Country Club

2925 Highway 60 East, Lake Wales, Florida

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18Holes
Donald RossCourse Designer
3.9293 Reviews
Lake Wales, FLLocation
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The Club

About Lake Wales Country Club

Lake Wales Country Club offers a classic golf experience with its Donald Ross-designed 18-hole course. Established in the 1920s, the course features a seamless integration with the natural landscape, providing a challenging yet enjoyable experience for golfers of all skill levels. The club is known for its small greens with crown centers and a layout...

Facilities

Club Amenities

Motor Cart
Pull Cart
Club Rental
Club Fitting
Pro Shop
Golf Lessons
Driving Range
Putting Green
Chipping Green
Practice Bunker
Restaurant
Bar & Lounge
Tennis Courts
Reception Hall
Clubhouse

Membership

Joining Lake Wales Country Club

Members enjoy access to the club's 18-hole golf course, a clubhouse with dining options, and tennis facilities. The club offers a welcoming environment with a focus on providing a high-quality golfing experience.

Reviews

What People Say

3.2/5
GolfPass · 585 reviews
3.9/5
Google · 293 reviews
In summary

Lake Wales Country Club is appreciated for its classic Donald Ross design and affordable green fees, making it a good value for golfers seeking a quick round. The staff is generally described as friendly and accommodating, and the restaurant receives positive feedback for its food and service. However, the course condition is a point of contention, with several visitors noting issues such as patchy fairways, bare tee boxes, and inconsistent greens, which detract from the overall experience for some.

3 months ago
Absolutely great Course, I would have liked to have played it 40 years ago, must have been the best in Central Florida. May not currently be at it's best but importantly the Greens are OK and the fees match it's current status so no issues, great value. Staff are friendly and helpful. At present, my favourite Course. I live on Southern Dunes G&CC
— TONY FORREST
5 months ago
Lake wales has great affordable prices for golfers who like to play fast. Due to this course not being that crowded, getting the right tee time makes for a speedy round. The condition varies, depending on time of year. I really enjoy holes #4, 5 and 6. This Donald Ross course is well designed, but if the condition could match design, it would be that much more enjoyable.
— Ethan Babcock
5 months ago
Lake Wales County Club is the best kept demongraphic's community available, reasonable, respectful, up scale for the sincere and dedicated at heart.
— Stephen Lee
3 years ago
Well… I’m pretty sure Donald Ross didn’t intend for these conditions when he built the course a 100 years ago. It’s soooo bad. The first red flag was the dilapidated bag drop. The 2nd one was the empty proshop. The tee boxes are 2/3 bare. The fairways are (if you can even define were they start and stop) is patchy. By patchy l mean you need to find a patch of grass that exists. When the app asked if l landed in the fairway l wanted to answer - maybe… The bunkers are semi-defined, but thin. The greens were coated with this fine sand/powder mix. When you putt it would leave a trail, but usually…
— Timothy Hoinkis
6 years ago
I really enjoy coming down here to stay with our grandparents and playing this course. The green fees are very affordable, and the course is kept fairly well. The grass tends to get a bit dry in spots, but overall the course is in decent condition. This course offers some very difficult holes that take a good amount of skill to maintain par. Overall this is a pretty nice course!
— Tyler Dustman
3 years ago
Don't drive passed this hidden gem. We didn't golf, just stopped to eat. Our food was fresh and made to order. It was scrumptious. Our server, Kenzie, I think, was delightful and efficient. If I had one issue it would be the wine. It's just ok. But there's a full bar, so try something else. It's now our new stop for lunch in Lake Wales.
— Susan Davis
Edited 2 years ago
My Rotary club comes to the Country Club on a regular basis for lunch. Staff is friendly and accommodating to our group's needs and the food here is really good. Appreciate their specials. My favorite food items include chicken quesadilla, onion rings, and the chef salad which I had yesterday. I also hear they do tacos really well. Even though it seems formal the atmosphere is casual and relaxed. The restaurant is open to the public.
— Jennifer Nanek
3 years ago
I tried so much to like it but the workers just don't care. The lady on the register is so nice, but everytime I go now I am just disappointed. I don't even care to drive back and complain. I am just gonna have to find somewhere else to get what Botanas used to have. 😔
— Angie Rojas
a year ago
The course appears to be experiencing a resurgence. I make annual visits to Lake Wales, and this course is the most convenient option for me. At approximately $30 after 1 PM, including a cart, it is a favorable choice, especially considering the alternative of a longer commute in traffic. While the greens are slow and show some spotting, they remain playable. The tee boxes and fairways are somewhat overgrown, likely a deliberate strategy to promote recovery through overseeding. The rough is currently less maintained, adding a distinctive characteristic to the course. The layout is satisfactory…
— John Oh
11 months ago
I am saddened and disappointed with the service I received on 06/19/2025. At about 5:30pm, I was approached by a staff member by the name of Rodney. He preceded to rush me because he was ready to leave. There was no other players on the course in front or behind me, so I was taking my time. I hit a couple on balls off the 18th tee and then gathered them. Well, Rodney disapproved of me hitting multiple balls off the tee and I was taking my time (why not, there was no one around). I let Rodney know how I felt about the situation then I left. I go to this course once or twice a week. I never comp…
— richard mcadams
a year ago
It is an older establishment and a little run down. Went for dinner and had reservations. When we entered the dining area, no one greeted us or seated us. Only two people to wait on the entire dining customers. Food was just average but our server was very sweet and efficient.
— Sherri Evanoff
Edited a year ago
The staff is very accommodating!!👍⛳️ My son and I play there just about every fri.
— Kevin “DadnGio” Tarquinio

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