
McArthur Course
McArthur Golf Club


About this course
McArthur Golf Club, a sanctuary of strategic shot-making tucked away in Hobe Sound, Florida, quietly embodies the essence of understated golfing excellence. Built on sandy soil reminiscent of classic links, the course demands thoughtful club selection and precise execution, rewarding players who can navigate its subtle undulations and strategically placed hazards. The fairways, generous in width, subtly lull players into a false sense of security, while the approaches demand the best of one's ability. Nicklaus and Nicklaus II crafted a course that respects the natural terrain. The design emphasizes playability while challenging even the most skilled golfers. The course unfolds with a rhythm that blends seamlessly with the surrounding environment, offering a round that is as much a test of skill as it is a communion with nature. McArthur is a second course for many of its members who share a love for the area, the game, and the camaraderie. The atmosphere at McArthur is decidedly unpretentious, appealing to members who value the purity of the game above all else. Stories abound of impromptu matches and spirited competitions, fueled by a shared passion for golf. Perhaps what distinguishes McArthur most is its dedication to fostering a genuine sense of community, a haven where the love of golf transcends the trappings of exclusivity. The members favor quick play as opposed to the pomp.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Private column compares member-only and guest-restricted courses.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in FL
Quick facts
- Location
- Hobe Sound, FL, USA
- Access
- Private
- Holes
- 18
- Designer(s)
- Tom Fazio, Nick Price
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 7,251 yards
- Difficulty
- 75.5/146
- Course Vaults score
- 8.9
Getting there
The journey to McArthur Golf Club begins at Palm Beach International Airport (PBI), situated roughly forty minutes north along Florida's Atlantic corridor, or alternatively at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL), a comparable drive south through the region's established wealth belt. For those commanding private aviation, North Palm Beach Airport (PBI) and the numerous executive strips dotting the area offer discreet alternatives mere minutes from the club's gates. The final passage winds through Hobe Sound's understated landscape - a transition from the bustle of West Palm Beach into the quiet, manicured sanctum of one of Florida's most guarded golf communities, where the approach itself signals arrival into a realm of deliberate exclusivity and architectural refinement.

FAQ
Common questions about McArthur
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
McArthur has a Course Vaults score of 8.9 out of 10 based on 25 logged golfers.
McArthur was designed by Tom Fazio and Nick Price.
McArthur is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at McArthur is 72.
McArthur plays 7,251 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at McArthur is 146.




