Misty Creek Country Club

Misty Creek Country Club sits in Sarasota on Florida's Gulf Coast, designed by Ted McAnlis and opened in the mid-1970s. The course occupies land characteristic of the region's coastal plain, with relatively modest elevation changes and natural wetland areas that come into play throughout the routing. McAnlis, who designed several courses in Florida during this period, worked with the site's existing water features and native vegetation to create a layout that reflects the environmental conditions of southwest Florida golf. The course incorporates the lakes, creeks, and marsh areas that give the property its name, with water hazards appearing on a majority of holes. The flat terrain typical of coastal Sarasota means strategic interest comes primarily from these water features, bunkering around greens, and the prevailing winds that affect play, particularly during winter months when the club sees its highest activity. Tree-lined fairways provide definition and frame playing corridors through the property. Misty Creek functions as a private country club serving the Sarasota residential community, with membership drawn from both year-round residents and seasonal visitors to the area. The club offers the traditional amenities expected of Florida country clubs from this era, including tennis facilities and social programming alongside golf. The course provides a straightforward test suited to a range of playing abilities, emphasizing accuracy over length in a setting shaped by the natural hydrology of the region.