Signal Hill Golf Course

Signal Hill Golf Course occupies a distinctive elevated site in Panama City Beach, Florida, designed by John Sherman. The course takes advantage of natural sand ridges and rolling terrain uncommon in this part of the Florida Panhandle, where most coastal courses sit at or near sea level. These elevation changes provide both strategic interest and views across the surrounding landscape, including glimpses of the Gulf of Mexico in the distance. The property's topography allows for a routing that incorporates downhill and uphill shots less typical of Florida golf. The layout reflects Sherman's approach to working with the land's natural contours rather than extensive earthmoving. Players encounter holes that move through corridors of native vegetation, with pine and oak trees framing fairways. The sandy soil provides firm playing conditions and good drainage, characteristics that support year-round play in this coastal climate. Several holes feature elevated tees or greens that emphasize the course's namesake high ground. Signal Hill serves primarily as a public facility in a region dominated by resort and vacation golf. The course attracts both local players and visitors to Panama City Beach, offering a contrast to the more heavily trafficked resort courses along the coast. Its location slightly inland from the main beach corridor gives it a quieter setting while remaining accessible to the area's substantial seasonal golf traffic.