Orange County National

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Orange County National
Orange County National
Orange County National
Orange County National
Orange County National
Orange County National
Orange County National
Orange County National
Orange County National
16301 Phil Ritson Way
Winter Garden, FL 34787
Phone:
(407) 656-2626
Type:
Resort
# of Holes:
36
Par:
72
Architect:
Phil Ritson, Dave Harman, Isao Aoki

Orlando County National in Orlando has played host to the 2003, 2005, 2007 and 2010 PGA TOUR Qualifying School Finals and most recently, a 2023 LIV Golf Tour Event.  The Panther Lake Golf Course is a 7350-yard masterpiece incorporating rolling hills and dramatic elevation changes as it winds through natural oak hammocks, pine trees and freshwater lakes.

Consistently rated 4.5 stars by Golf Digest's "Place to Play", Orange County National tops the list of Best Public Golf Courses in Orlando in 2023.  Featuring 36 holes of championship golf, Orange County National is annually regarded as one of the best golf courses in Orlando.  Orange County National is a "Must Play" Orlando golf course.

Panther Lake provides great variety and several shot-making options. The variety in design is evident in the way no two holes play alike.  Every hole on Panther Lake is unique and requires something different from your shot-making repertoire.  When you finish your round you will likely be able to recall each hole very vividly as they are all very different in appearance and eye-catching appeal.   The variety in design is evident in the way no two holes play alike. Each hole is as distinct and memorable as the last on this championship Orlando golf course.

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Off the tee, you will face gently sloping fairways guarded by strategically placed fairway bunkers, trees, and water hazards that frame the holes and provide a clear line of play. From the fairway, you will hit many approaches into well-guarded elevated greens, which are large and have plenty of contours, so two-putting isn't automatic.

The Crooked Cat course at Orange County National Golf Club is a tremendous complement to its more highly acclaimed sister course, Panther Lake.  Both courses are considered among the top public golf courses in Orlando.  Similar to Panther Lake, Crooked Cat features significant elevation changes, rolling fairways, and large, contoured greens. With fewer trees, wider landing areas, and native heather and mounding framing the fairways, Crooked Cat presents golfers more of a links-style look. It provides a natural feel for an Orlando Florida golf course.

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71 reviews
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4.7
Course Design and Layout
 
5.0(71)
Condition of Greens
 
5.0(71)
Course Conditions
 
4.9(71)
Value
 
4.4(71)
Pace of Play
 
4.6(71)
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4.1(71)
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One of the Best in Orlando
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5.0
A good golf course to play in Orlando. Preferred Panther Lake over Crooked Cat at Orange County National. Play 36 it's worth it.
JH
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Must Play Course in Orlando
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5.0
Orange County National should be the first course booked in Orlando. It is a must play golf course
TS
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A Group Favorite
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4.5
The 36 holes at OCN is a favorite of our travelling golf group.
JC
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Highly Recommend
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5.0
I highly recommend playing Orange County National. Mark it down as a must play.
PW
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36 Quality Holes of Golf
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4.8
Both course had very nice layouts and were in great shape! Will be back to play again.
BC
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Orlando Golf Course To Play
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4.7
Definitely one of the better Orlando golf courses. Orange County National is one of my must plays in Orlando. The staff is friendly and the courses top notch.
CC
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A True Winner
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4.8
Orange County National is recognized as one of the best Orlando golf courses. The course and staff impressed.
CT
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Favorite Course
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4.8
Favorite course of the trip. Will schedule 36 holes next time, so we can play crooked cat too.
AW
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36 Great Holes of Golf
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4.5
We play this course annually and we were not disappointed this trip. The course was in great shape and we will return next year.
TS
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Panther Lake was Great
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4.7
Panther Lake was in excellent condition.The staff was very helpful and friendly. Would play it again.
JN
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