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Cove Cay Golf Club

Plan your round at Cove Cay Golf Club

Cove Cay Golf Club is a par-70, 18-hole course on Old Tampa Bay in Clearwater, designed by David Wallace and opened in 1972. It is a semi-private club in a gated community that also takes public tee times. The course is short, at 6,101 yards from the back tees (69.8/134 men's), with water in play on many holes and views of the bay. Rounds rarely run over four hours, and there is a range, grill and PGA instruction on site.

  • Semi-private
  • 18 holes
  • Par 70
  • Designed by David Wallace
  • Opened 1972
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Course strategy

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Par706 par 3s · 8 par 4s · 4 par 5s
Yardage · Red5,2832,904 out · 2,379 in

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Distances in yards

Scorecard (distances in yards)
HoleParHcpBlueWhiteRedYellow
1415349335323240
247408383375275
3511524510486440
441389375360330
531319817611060
645379365360247
731712311010091
843369355335243
959535515455400
Out363,2743,1242,9042,326
1042441407396325
11410334310300201
1231213412011779
1354522490480350
1431614311510295
1548364340330240
163181601109884
1756524500465400
183142051439186
In342,8272,5352,3791,860
Total706,1015,6595,2834,186
Rating / Slope69.8 / 13467.8 / 12866.1 / 12063.0 / 113
Women's rating / slope75.6 / 14373.2 / 13871.3 / 13366.6 / 124

Before you go

Everything to know on arrival

Know before you go

  • Book public tee times online up to 7 days ahead
  • Arrive 15 to 30 minutes early
  • Wear proper golf attire (no T-shirts, jeans or gym clothes)
  • Bring a card, as the club is cashless
  • Leave your personal cooler at home
  • Max two carts per foursome, drivers 18 or older with ID
  • Bayview Grill is open for lunch and dinner after your round

Arrival & check-in

Arrive 15 to 30 minutes before your tee time, since late arrivals are not guaranteed their time. Changing rooms are in the clubhouse. The golf shop opens at 6:30 am in winter and 7 am in summer.

Dress code

Proper golf attire is required. T-shirts, jeans and gym clothes are not allowed, and the golf shop sells apparel.

Carts & walking

A foursome may bring no more than two carts. Cart drivers must be 18 or older and show a valid ID, and only children who are playing may ride in a cart. Personal coolers are not allowed, but carts have coolers you can use.

Practice facilities

The driving range has a shaded hitting canopy and mats. There is also a putting green, a chipping green and a practice bunker. Buckets are sold in the golf shop (last sale 5:00 pm in winter, 5:30 pm in summer), and PGA professionals offer lessons, clinics and junior programs.

Rentals & pro shop

The golf shop is a PING Authorized Dealer and sells apparel.

Food & drink

Bayview Grill serves lunch and dinner, with a full bar, indoor and patio seating and views of the course and Old Tampa Bay. A beverage cart service is listed among the club's amenities.

Pace of play

The club says rounds rarely take more than four hours. On Friday through Sunday and in high season, rounds can run four to five hours. Groups are limited to four players.

Policies

Public tee times can be booked up to 7 days ahead. Last-minute cancellations are not refunded, and Hot Deal tee times booked online are non-refundable. Rainchecks are not given because of slow play. The business is cashless. Service dogs are allowed, other pets are not.

Quick answers

Cove Cay Golf Club at a glance

Is Cove Cay Golf Club open to the public?

Yes. Cove Cay Golf Club is semi-private: it has members and also takes public tee times.

How many holes does Cove Cay Golf Club have, and what's the par?

Cove Cay Golf Club has 18 holes and plays to a par of 70, from 4,186 to 6,101 yards depending on the tees.

Who designed Cove Cay Golf Club?

Cove Cay Golf Club was designed by David Wallace and opened in 1972.

What's the dress code at Cove Cay Golf Club?

Proper golf attire is required. T-shirts, jeans and gym clothes are not allowed, and the golf shop sells apparel.

What are the cart and walking rules at Cove Cay Golf Club?

A foursome may bring no more than two carts. Cart drivers must be 18 or older and show a valid ID, and only children who are playing may ride in a cart.

What practice facilities does Cove Cay Golf Club have?

The driving range has a shaded hitting canopy and mats. There is also a putting green, a chipping green and a practice bunker.

What's the pace of play at Cove Cay Golf Club?

The club says rounds rarely take more than four hours. On Friday through Sunday and in high season, rounds can run four to five hours.

What food and drink does Cove Cay Golf Club have?

Bayview Grill serves lunch and dinner, with a full bar, indoor and patio seating and views of the course and Old Tampa Bay. A beverage cart service is listed among the club's amenities.

How do you book a tee time at Cove Cay Golf Club?

Book online through the course's tee-time page, or call 727-535-1406.

Where is Cove Cay Golf Club?

Cove Cay Golf Club is at 2612 Cove Cay Dr, Clearwater, FL 33760.

Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.

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