Okeeheelee Golf Course

Okeeheelee Golf Course operates as a public facility in West Palm Beach, serving the South Florida golfing community through the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department. The course was designed by Roy Case, a Florida-based architect who worked on numerous municipal and daily-fee layouts across the state during the latter decades of the twentieth century. Case's designs typically emphasize playability for a wide range of skill levels while incorporating the natural water features and flat terrain characteristic of South Florida golf. The Heron to Eagle routing at Okeeheelee reflects the region's topography, with minimal elevation change and water hazards that figure prominently in the strategic design. South Florida courses of this era and type generally feature Bermuda grass fairways and greens, with play possible year-round in the subtropical climate. The layout accommodates both resident golfers and visitors seeking accessible public golf in the West Palm Beach area. The course sits within Okeeheelee Park, a large county recreational complex that includes other athletic facilities and natural areas. This setting provides a parkland character with mature vegetation framing holes, though the surrounding development typical of the region remains visible. As a municipal operation, Okeeheelee serves a diverse membership base and offers straightforward conditions suited to everyday play rather than championship competition. The facility focuses on providing affordable golf access in an area where private clubs dominate the high-end market.