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# Ocean Course at Hammock Beach Golf Club - Palm Coast, FL

Previous slide Next slide Item 1 div "> Jack Nicklaus Golf Course Widely considered the greatest golfer of all time, over a quarter-century, Jack Nicklaus won a record 18 major championships and at the age of 26 became the youngest player to win all four golf majors.  Known as The Golden Bear, Nicklaus now heads one of the world’s largest golf course design companies.  He brought his expertise and unique perspective to design the Ocean Course at Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa. Previous slide Next slide Item 1 Most Oceanfront Holes in Florida Jack Nicklaus The Jack Nicklaus designed Ocean Course plays six holes directly on the picturesque Atlantic Ocean. The photo-worthy views are just the beginning, this award-winning course is home to a four-hole finish nicknamed “The Bear Claw” – the most challenging of the whole course. 386.447.4611 See the Course Map Upcoming Aerification Dates: June 21 - 25, 2027 & August 16 - 20, 2027 Upcoming Maintenance: July 19 - 20, 2027 Overseeding Our courses are not overseeded, ensuring consistent playing conditions and exceptional turf quality throughout the year. Previous slide Next slide Item 1 Play Where the Champions Play Home to Constellation Furyk & Friends presented by Circle K, the Jack Nicklaus-designed Ocean Course has welcomed some of the game's most accomplished players for PGA TOUR Champions competition. Experience the same championship course, featuring six oceanfront holes and the signature Bear Claw finish. Explore Golf Packages div; cls: uk-animation-slide-bottom-small; delay: 200; repeat: true" uk-grid> Previous slide Next slide The Hammock House This clubhouse is home to our casual Hammock House restaurant with a wide veranda featuring spectacular ocean views overlooking the 9th green. This is the perfect stop for grabbing a quick bite to eat or for hosting a private event. Open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Phone: 386.246.5677 Learn More Previous slide Next slide Ocean Course Pro Shop Peruse the Pro Shop! Everything you need to elevate your game and personal style on our courses can be found in the Ocean Course Pro Shop. Showcasing the most respected brands and resort logoed merchandise. Open daily from 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Phone: 386.447.4611 Shop the Shop! div "> Hole-By-Hole Jack Nicklaus' Ocean Course Map Experience a visual journey through the Jack Nicklaus Ocean Course at Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa. This meticulously designed course offers a hole-by-hole guide, showcasing strategic layouts, challenging bunkers, and breathtaking oceanfront vistas. From the dramatic opening hole to the renowned "Bear Claw" finish, each section provides insights to enhance your game and appreciation of this signature course. Whether you're planning your next round or simply admiring the design, this course map is an invaluable resource for golf enthusiasts.​ Select Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Hole 1 Par 4 | 380 Yards Leery of the bunkers guarding the right side, smart players will try to hit down the right center of this fairway. The second shot will be to an elevated green guarded by a bunker on the left and a grass hollow on the right. Hole 2 Par 5 | 540 Yards A smart tee shot will favor the middle of the fairway on this par five. With a good view for the second shot, try to avoid the pot bunkers on the left side of the second landing area. Two bunkers guard the front of this green and a grass hollow will catch any long approach shots. Hole 3 Par 4 | 414 Yards The ideal tee shot will land in the right half of this fairway, avoiding the bunkers in the landing area. The approach shot will have to carry a landform guarding the left side of the green with numerous bunkers set in. Hole 4 Par 3 | 192 Yards Accuracy with an iron is the key to this par three. Generous movement throughout this green will make it a challenge to keep the ball where it lands. A wayward shot will end up in the either the water or one of the numerous bunkers guarding this green. Hole 5 Par 4 | 434 Yards To set up the second shot to this gently rolling green, the smart player will favor the left side of the fairway off the tee while avoiding the lake. A birdie is a definite possibility here. Hole 6 Par 5 | 526 Yards Reaching this green in two will require a big tee shot. The tee shot is framed by water and waste bunker on the left and a bunker complex on the right. A drive ending up in the fairway will be a green light to go for this peninsula green in two. Hole 7 Par 4 | 431 Yards An accurate tee shot is a necessity on this par four. A small landing area is guarded by trees and the largest lake on the property. This smallish green is guarded by bunkers and grass hollows. Hole 8 Par 3 | 185 Yards The player will have to account for the wind on this par three playing toward the Atlantic Ocean. The elevated green will require the player to avoid three deep bunkers on the right side and a small pot bunker guarding the left side of this wind swept green. Hole 9 Par 4 | 437 Yards Looking for par on this oceanside hole will take the player down the safe route along the left side of the fairway. The big hitter, hoping to make 3, will try to carry the bunker on the right side, leaving a short approach into this elevated green. Deep bunkers and grass hollows will catch the wayward approach shot. Hole 10 Par 5 | 522 Yards Most will go for this green in two, avoiding the bunker down the left side off the tee, and trying to end up on the same level as the hole in this multi-tiered green. Four bunkers guard the green and the landing area for the second shot. Hole 11 Par 4 | 384 Yards The player will have two options on this par four. Playing to the right of the center fairway bunker leaves a longer approach shot to a small, undulating green guarded by water and sand. Playing to the left of the center bunker has a different angle into this green and a shorter distance to carry. Hole 12 Par 3 | 213 Yards The longest of the par threes, be careful to avoid the water and sand along the left side of this hole. There is room to bail out on the right, but a back right pin position will create quite a challenge for those choosing that route. Hole 13 Par 4 | 433 Yards The big hitters will take their tee shot over the left side fairway bunker for the best approach angle into this green. Be careful to avoid a large bunker in front and grass hollows to the right and behind this green. Hole 14 Par 5 | 551 Yards This par five offers a choice while standing on the tee. Favoring the left side will result in a longer route to the green. Going down the right side will present a chance at getting home in two, but with the risk of ending up in the pond that guards the right side of this hole. Water guards the front of this green as well. Hole 15 Par 4 | 432 Yards This uphill par four is one of the most challenging holes on the back nine. Avoid the bunkers to the right off the tee, and be aware of two dune elevations in front of this elevated green set along the Atlantic Ocean. Hole 16 Par 4 | 399 Yards Choose a line off this tee and trust it. This dogleg left bends around a lake with water guarding the left side of the green and a deep run off guarding the right side of this crowned green. The player's short game will be tested if the approach shot is missed right. Hole 17 Par 3 | 174 Yards This short par three of water is the easiest of the back nine. Hitting toward the Atlantic Ocean, distraction may be seventeen's greatest risk. This hole should yield birdie to more often than bogey. Hole 18 Par 4 | 466 Yards The player will favor the left center of the fairway off the tee. Missing the drive to the right will result in a longer approach to an elevated green. The green is guarded by the dune to the left, a bunker front left, and grass hollows around the right and behind this green. div "> Course Accolades