THE PARK WEST PALM
🇺🇸 West Palm Beach, FL, USA
Designed by Dirk Ziff, Gil Hanse, Jim Wagner
The Lit 9 at The Park West Palm, carved into the heart of West Palm Beach, channels the spirit of accessible, community golf. This isn't a championship venue steeped in major tournament lore, but rather a vital green space where the game's fundamentals are honored and its social fabric strengthened.
Emerging from a post-war era focused on accessibility, the nine-hole layout presents a friendly, walkable parkland experience. The course favors strategic play over raw power, with gently rolling fairways and modestly sized greens that reward thoughtful approaches. While the setting provides limited glimpses of coastal views, the prevailing winds and strategically placed mature palms add a touch of classic Florida charm.
The course's unassuming character belies its importance to the local community. Generations of golfers have learned the game within its boundaries, fostered friendships that span decades, and enjoyed a post-round hotdog—a club tradition—on the patio. The Lit 9 may not host televised events, but it hosts countless stories and shared experiences that define the true essence of the game.
Reviews
What a blast at night under the lights
FAQ
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
The Lit 9 at The Park West Palm has a Course Vaults score of 7.5 out of 10 based on 14 explicit golfer ratings.
The Lit 9 was designed by Dirk Ziff, Gil Hanse, and Jim Wagner.
Yes. The Lit 9 at The Park West Palm is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at The Lit 9 is 27.
The Lit 9 plays 6,339 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at The Lit 9 is 134.