The Park at West Palm Beach

The Park at West Palm Beach is a $55 million transformation of a storied 1947 municipal course into a world-class public golf destination. Sitting on nearly 200 acres of rolling sandy terrain with 30 feet of elevation change—an anomaly in flat South Florida—the course was completely reconstructed by celebrated architect Gil Hanse, Jim Wagner, and co-founder Dirk Ziff. The layout marries the golden-age design principles with Australian Sandbelt inspiration, featuring wide-open fairways, strategic bunkerwork, massive undulating greens, and zero water hazards that create a refreshingly pure test of skill. What makes The Park truly special is its unwavering commitment to accessibility. The property is managed by a private foundation with charitable roots, meaning greens fees remain manageable for residents while maintaining championship-caliber conditioning. Carts are discouraged before noon—walking is the preferred mode here—and a thriving caddie program with genuine benefits supports local professionals building their games. The course hosted "The Match IX" in February 2024, when Rory McIlroy faced off against three competitors, cementing The Park's arrival as a major venue. Beyond the 18-hole track, the facility includes a state-of-the-art practice complex with Toptracer technology, a lighted nine-hole par-3 course (the Lit 9), an 18-hole putting course, a two-acre kids-only golf zone, upscale dining at The House Kitchen & Bar and The Cabana, and The Studio—a high-end instruction facility. This is golf reimagined for the 21st century.