Crooked Cat: Orange County National
publicCrooked Cat at Orange County National is one of two 18-hole layouts at the acclaimed Orange County National Golf Center and Lodge in Winter Garden, west of Orlando. Designed by Phil Ritson and Isao Aoki and opened in 1997, Crooked Cat is widely regarded as one of Central Florida's most memorable public golf experiences. The course earns its name from the winding, cat-scratch routing that features dramatic elevation changes, massive waste bunkers, wetland carries, and a bold design philosophy that challenges every skill level. At 7,301 yards from the tips, Crooked Cat is a serious test, but multiple tee options make it accessible for recreational golfers. The course has hosted PGA Tour qualifying events and is frequently cited among Florida's top public courses. The facility's driving range — one of the largest in the Southeast — has been used by PGA Tour professionals for tournament preparation.
Crooked Cat opened in 1997 as the first of two 18-hole courses at Orange County National, designed by teaching professional Phil Ritson in collaboration with Japanese PGA legend Isao Aoki. The facility quickly earned national recognition for its design quality and comprehensive practice amenities, hosting multiple PGA Tour qualifying events and establishing itself as a benchmark for Florida public golf.
- Phil Ritson and Isao Aoki design from 1997, consistently ranked among Florida's top public golf courses.
- 7,301 yards from the tips with dramatic elevation changes unusual for Central Florida.
- Massive waste bunkers and wetland carries create bold visual impact and strategic challenges.
- Home to one of the Southeast's largest driving ranges, used by PGA Tour professionals.
- Named for its winding, cat-scratch routing that never settles into predictable patterns.
Nationally recognized public course near Orlando; consistent year-round demand from locals and Orlando-area visitors, with peak pressure November–March.
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Nationally recognized public course near Orlando; consistent year-round demand from locals and Orlando-area visitors, with peak pressure November–March.
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