Ponce de Leon at Ponce de Leon Golf Course

Ponce de Leon Golf Course is one of nine regulation courses at Hot Springs Village, a large residential and resort community in the Ouachita Mountains of central Arkansas. Designed by Tom Clark and opened in the mid-1970s during the village's development phase, the course was part of an ambitious plan to create a golf-centered retirement and vacation destination. Clark, who designed several courses in the region during this era, worked with the area's natural topography to create a layout that reflects the wooded, rolling terrain characteristic of the Ouachitas.

The course plays through dense pine and hardwood forests, with elevation changes that are moderate but noticeable throughout the round. Water features come into play on several holes, typical of Hot Springs Village courses where natural springs and streams are common. The routing takes advantage of the hillside setting, offering occasional views over the surrounding forest canopy. Like other courses in the village, Ponce de Leon serves a membership base that includes both full-time residents and seasonal visitors, with a relaxed atmosphere suited to the community's recreational focus.

Hot Springs Village's collection of courses, including Ponce de Leon, has made the area a notable golf destination in Arkansas, particularly for retirees and those seeking affordable access to multiple layouts. The village's golf facilities operate under a property-owner membership model, with courses available to residents and their guests as part of the community's amenities.