The venerable Fort Myers Country Club is one of the oldest golf courses on the Gulf Coast of the Sunshine State. The famous golf course architect Donald Ross designed the 18-hole, 6,421-yard layout in 1916. The first players stepped onto the tee in 1917 to try the wide fairways and the inviting greens of this medium-length test.
Those interested in trying their game on this historic course should not be misled by the "country club" part of the name. All of the information about this club lists it as a municipal golf course and the greens fees of approximately $40 confirm that, for all practical purposes, this is a public course. Tip: A key to saving a few dollars — many Fort Myers area courses take tee time reservations online, sometimes at a discount. By the way, walking during the round is permitted.
Fort Myers Country Club hosts an annual pro-am tournament that started in 1963. According to area records, the Coors Open is the longest running such event in this part of the state. For those interested in getting close to the game of golf, this tournament can be an ideal opportunity. There is no admission charge and parking is free.
Fort Myers offers quite a bit for the visitor and resident, including the Thomas Edison Home and, of course, the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. But the Fort Myers Country Club golf experience has become one of the prime destinations for both local residents and travellers. A round of golf on this excellent course may be the perfect way to get a taste of Southwest Florida.
