The design philosophy at TPC Tampa Bay perfectly integrates strategic hazards with the region’s stunning environmental features. It’s a Bobby Weed signature, really: wide fairways that encourage a confident tee shot, yet demanding precise placement to set up the approach. The course routing cleverly navigates natural wetlands and cypress heads, giving every hole a unique, isolated feel. You’ll find the front nine focuses a little more on shaping shots around the tree lines and integrating subtle changes in elevation that might surprise you in this part of Florida. The back nine, however, truly brings the water into play.

The inward stretch feels much more exposed, forcing thoughtful carries over marsh and lagoon areas, especially as you approach the green complexes. The greens themselves are fast and subtly contoured, true to the TPC standard, which means your short game will need to be sharp. Many guests love the finishing stretch, especially the 18th hole, a challenging par four that demands accuracy off the tee to avoid the water down the right side. It’s a quintessential finishing hole, delivering that dramatic, high-pressure moment as you play back toward the clubhouse. This is pure, strategic Florida golf at its finest.