Crane Creek Reserve
Plan your round at Crane Creek Reserve
Crane Creek Reserve is a city-owned public course in Melbourne, Florida, along the Crane Creek canal. The 18-hole course dates to 1928 and is credited to Donald Ross, with a late-1970s city renovation by William Amick; it was renamed Crane Creek Reserve in 2007. It plays to par 71 and 5,886 yards from the longest tees, with four sets of tees suited to beginners and experienced players alike.
- Municipal
- 18 holes
- Par 71
- Designed by Donald Ross (1928); renovated by William Amick (1978)
- Opened 1928
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Hole 1
331
yds ·Blue
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Hole 2
342
yds ·Blue
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Hole 3
134
yds ·Blue
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Hole 4
470
yds ·Blue
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Hole 5
191
yds ·Blue
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Hole 6
298
yds ·Blue
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Hole 7
323
yds ·Blue
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Hole 8
368
yds ·Blue
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Hole 9
480
yds ·Blue
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Hole 10
318
yds ·Blue
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Hole 11
377
yds ·Blue
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Hole 12
374
yds ·Blue
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Hole 13
164
yds ·Blue
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Hole 14
377
yds ·Blue
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Hole 15
180
yds ·Blue
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Hole 16
336
yds ·Blue
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Hole 17
474
yds ·Blue
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Hole 18
349
yds ·Blue
No notes for this hole yet.
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Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | Blue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 15 | 331 |
| 2 | 4 | 7 | 342 |
| 3 | 3 | 17 | 134 |
| 4 | 5 | 1 | 470 |
| 5 | 3 | 9 | 191 |
| 6 | 4 | 13 | 298 |
| 7 | 4 | 11 | 323 |
| 8 | 4 | 5 | 368 |
| 9 | 5 | 3 | 480 |
| Out | 36 | 2,937 | |
| 10 | 4 | 10 | 318 |
| 11 | 4 | 6 | 377 |
| 12 | 4 | 4 | 374 |
| 13 | 3 | 14 | 164 |
| 14 | 4 | 8 | 377 |
| 15 | 3 | 16 | 180 |
| 16 | 4 | 18 | 336 |
| 17 | 5 | 2 | 474 |
| 18 | 4 | 12 | 349 |
| In | 35 | 2,949 | |
| Total | 71 | 5,886 |
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Book a tee time through the city's golf page
- Check the season's closing time (5 p.m. in winter, 6:30 p.m. in summer)
- Walking is only allowed on weekends and holidays after 12 p.m.
- The driving range closes at 5 p.m. on Mondays
- Back 9 Bar and Grill opens at 10 a.m. for food after your round
Carts & walking
Carts are available for 18 or 9 holes, and walking rates are offered too. Walking is allowed after 12 p.m. on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Pull carts and spectator carts can be rented.
Practice facilities
There is a driving range with large (60 ball) and small (30 ball) buckets. The range closes at 5 p.m. every Monday for maintenance. Lessons are available through the head pro, Anthony Santomauro, at the pro shop number.
Food & drink
The Back 9 Bar and Grill is open daily from 10 a.m. to close.
Policies
The course is open daily, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. from March 8 to October 31 and 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. from November 1 to March 7, with hours subject to change for weather. Tee times are booked online through the city's golf page. Annual passes are offered, and the city's daily fees include tax.
Quick answers
Crane Creek Reserve at a glance
Is Crane Creek Reserve open to the public?
Yes. Crane Creek Reserve is a municipal course, open to the public.
How many holes does Crane Creek Reserve have, and what's the par?
Crane Creek Reserve has 18 holes and plays to a par of 71, at 5,886 yards.
Who designed Crane Creek Reserve?
Crane Creek Reserve was designed by Donald Ross (1928); renovated by William Amick (1978) and opened in 1928.
What are the cart and walking rules at Crane Creek Reserve?
Carts are available for 18 or 9 holes, and walking rates are offered too. Walking is allowed after 12 p.m. on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
What practice facilities does Crane Creek Reserve have?
There is a driving range with large (60 ball) and small (30 ball) buckets. The range closes at 5 p.m. every Monday for maintenance.
What food and drink does Crane Creek Reserve have?
The Back 9 Bar and Grill is open daily from 10 a.m. to close.
How do you book a tee time at Crane Creek Reserve?
Call the course at 321-608-7430.
Where is Crane Creek Reserve?
Crane Creek Reserve is at 475 West New Haven Avenue, Melbourne, FL 32901.
Info last reviewed October 29, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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