Sugar Cane at Sugar Cane Golf Club

Sugar Cane Golf Club sits in Belle Glade, a small agricultural community on the southeastern shore of Lake Okeechobee in Florida's interior. Designed by Gary Player and opened in the early 2000s, the course occupies former farmland in an area known primarily for its sugarcane cultivation and vegetable production. The flat terrain characteristic of this region presents design challenges that Player addressed through strategic bunkering, water features, and mounding to create definition and visual interest.

The layout reflects Player's philosophy of risk-reward golf, with water hazards coming into play on numerous holes and strategic options that allow players to choose aggressive or conservative lines based on their skill level. The South Florida climate supports year-round play, and the course features bermudagrass fairways and greens typical of the region. Wind from Lake Okeechobee, just a few miles away, can be a significant factor in club selection and shot-making.

Belle Glade's location in the Everglades Agricultural Area means the course exists in a working landscape rather than a resort or residential setting. The club serves both local residents and visitors exploring golf options in Palm Beach County's western reaches, offering a Player design at a more accessible price point than many coastal Florida courses. The surrounding views include agricultural fields and the expansive sky characteristic of Florida's interior flatlands.