Baytree National Golf Links

Baytree National Golf Links sits in Melbourne on Florida's Space Coast, designed by Gary Player and opened in the mid-1980s. The course occupies land characteristic of central Florida's Atlantic coastal plain, with relatively flat terrain punctuated by wetlands, lakes, and native vegetation including palms and live oaks. Player's design incorporates water hazards on a majority of holes, a common feature in this region where natural drainage and environmental considerations shape routing decisions. The layout reflects Player's design principles from that era, emphasizing strategic bunkering and green complexes that reward precise approach play. Several holes require carries over water or play along wetland margins, typical of courses built in this part of Florida where environmental permitting often dictates the relationship between playable corridors and preserved natural areas. The greens feature moderate undulation, and the course can play differently depending on wind conditions coming off the Atlantic, located several miles to the east. Baytree National operates as a private club serving the Melbourne area, part of a residential community development. The course has undergone periodic updates to maintain conditioning standards and address agronomic challenges common to Florida golf, including drainage improvements and turf management adjustments. It serves primarily as a members' club without significant tournament history at the regional or national level, focusing instead on daily member play and club events typical of residential golf communities in the state.