The Links of Sandpiper
Plan your round at The Links of Sandpiper
The Links of Sandpiper is a par 71, links-style public course in Lakeland, Florida, with rolling terrain, blind shots, doglegs and undulating greens guarded by bunkers. Fairways are lined with oaks and pines, and water comes into play on most of the back nine. It reopened after a renovation that added new irrigation, Tif Dwarf greens and a reconfigured back nine. The back tees play about 6,015 yards.
- Public
- 18 holes
- Par 71
- Designed by Steven R. Smyers
Course strategy
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Hole by hole
Walk the course
Hole 1
312
yds ·Green
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 2
121
yds ·Green
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Hole 3
284
yds ·Green
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Hole 4
393
yds ·Green
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Hole 5
286
yds ·Green
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Hole 6
90
yds ·Green
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Hole 7
131
yds ·Green
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Hole 8
385
yds ·Green
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Hole 9
388
yds ·Green
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Hole 10
303
yds ·Green
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Hole 11
208
yds ·Green
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Hole 12
327
yds ·Green
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Hole 13
128
yds ·Green
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Hole 14
385
yds ·Green
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Hole 15
100
yds ·Green
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Hole 16
427
yds ·Green
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Hole 17
238
yds ·Green
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Hole 18
130
yds ·Green
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ScorecardView the full scorecard
Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | Blue | White | Green | Gold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 12 | 356 | 334 | 312 | 248 |
| 2 | 3 | 10 | 157 | 136 | 121 | 94 |
| 3 | 4 | 15 | 372 | 328 | 284 | 279 |
| 4 | 5 | 6 | 548 | 485 | 393 | 347 |
| 5 | 4 | 9 | 361 | 307 | 286 | 247 |
| 6 | 3 | 18 | 136 | 110 | 90 | 81 |
| 7 | 3 | 14 | 180 | 165 | 131 | 91 |
| 8 | 5 | 2 | 504 | 449 | 385 | 370 |
| 9 | 5 | 11 | 481 | 460 | 388 | 266 |
| Out | 36 | 3,095 | 2,774 | 2,390 | 2,023 | |
| 10 | 4 | 4 | 385 | 358 | 303 | 236 |
| 11 | 4 | 17 | 269 | 253 | 208 | 184 |
| 12 | 4 | 13 | 392 | 353 | 327 | 262 |
| 13 | 3 | 5 | 223 | 193 | 128 | 104 |
| 14 | 5 | 8 | 512 | 489 | 385 | 370 |
| 15 | 3 | 3 | 175 | 147 | 100 | 85 |
| 16 | 5 | 1 | 495 | 472 | 427 | 345 |
| 17 | 4 | 16 | 295 | 285 | 238 | 220 |
| 18 | 3 | 7 | 174 | 155 | 130 | 85 |
| In | 35 | 2,920 | 2,705 | 2,246 | 1,891 | |
| Total | 71 | 6,015 | 5,479 | 4,636 | 3,914 |
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Wear a collared shirt; denim, t-shirts, tank tops and cut-offs are not allowed.
- Book a tee time online or call 863-859-5461.
- Pick your tees: four sets, from about 3,900 to about 6,000 yards.
- Expect water on most of the back nine and out-of-bounds near some par 5 greens.
- The course is open daily, 6:00 AM to 8:30 PM.
Dress code
Dress code is enforced. Collared shirts are required, and denim, t-shirts, halter tops, tank tops and cut-offs are not allowed.
Food & drink
The on-site restaurant serves casual meals with views of the course, and has a happy hour on the patio. It is open daily from 6:00 AM to 8:30 PM.
Policies
Tee times can be booked online or by calling the shop. Memberships are also sold (single and couple, 12 months, with unlimited golf), and members may walk after 1:30 PM.
Quick answers
The Links of Sandpiper at a glance
Is The Links of Sandpiper open to the public?
Yes. The Links of Sandpiper is a public course.
How many holes does The Links of Sandpiper have, and what's the par?
The Links of Sandpiper has 18 holes and plays to a par of 71, from 3,914 to 6,015 yards depending on the tees.
Who designed The Links of Sandpiper?
The Links of Sandpiper was designed by Steven R. Smyers.
What's the dress code at The Links of Sandpiper?
Dress code is enforced. Collared shirts are required, and denim, t-shirts, halter tops, tank tops and cut-offs are not allowed.
What food and drink does The Links of Sandpiper have?
The on-site restaurant serves casual meals with views of the course, and has a happy hour on the patio. It is open daily from 6:00 AM to 8:30 PM.
How do you book a tee time at The Links of Sandpiper?
Book online through the course's tee-time page, or call 863-859-5461.
Where is The Links of Sandpiper?
The Links of Sandpiper is at 6001 Sandpipers Dr, Lakeland, FL 33809.
Info last reviewed October 25, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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