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Panther Lake: Orange County National

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Winter Garden, FL
Very hard to book
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About Panther Lake: Orange County National

Panther Lake at Orange County National is one of two championship courses at the celebrated Orange County National Golf Center outside Winter Garden, west of Orlando. Designed by Phil Ritson and Isao Aoki and opened in 1997, Panther Lake is consistently ranked among Florida's top public courses and has earned national recognition. The layout features dramatic natural Florida topography — rolling sand ridges, native wiregrass, and waste areas — that differs sharply from the manicured resort look of most Orlando-area tracks. Bold bunkering, deep pot bunkers, and carry challenges over wetlands create a memorable test that rewards confident, strategic play. The course shares world-class practice facilities with the companion Crooked Cat course.

History

Orange County National opened in 1997 with both Panther Lake and Crooked Cat courses, designed by Phil Ritson and Isao Aoki. The facility quickly gained national acclaim as one of the best public golf values in America, earning consistent rankings in Golf Digest's Top 100 Public Courses. The natural Florida landscape — rolling sand ridges left by ancient dunes — gives both courses a links-adjacent character rarely found in Central Florida.

Serious golfers visiting the Orlando area who want a nationally acclaimed, championship-caliber public course with genuine Florida character at a fair price.
Course Highlights
  • Consistently ranked among Florida's top 10 public courses by multiple publications
  • Dramatic sand ridge topography with native wiregrass and waste areas unique to the region
  • Designed by Phil Ritson and Isao Aoki, opened 1997 to immediate critical acclaim
  • World-class 36-hole practice facility shared with the companion Crooked Cat course
  • Bold bunkering and wetland carries create a genuine championship-caliber test
Why Panther Lake: Orange County National is Hard to Book
Booking Difficulty
Very hard to book

Nationally ranked and highly sought-after; Orlando-area resort visitors and destination golfers book well in advance

Without automated alerts, you'd need to constantly refresh the booking site hoping to catch a cancellation. That's where TeeTimeGo comes in — we monitor the tee sheet and notify you the moment a slot opens.

Insider Booking Tips

Book online up to 30 days in advance — the maximum booking window fills fast for prime weekend slots. Weekday and afternoon tee times offer more flexibility. Summer off-season (June–August) sees rates drop significantly with better availability.

Pro tip: Set a TeeTimeGo alert so you're notified the instant a cancellation opens — even at 2am.

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Course Information
16301 Phil Ritson Way, Winter Garden, FL 34787
www.golfnow.com/tee-times/facility/552-panther-lake-orange-county-national
18 holes
Par 72
7,005 yards
Designed by Phil Ritson & Isao Aoki
Established 1997
Green fees: $65–$110 weekday / $80–$130 weekend
Cart included
Collared shirt required

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about getting tee time alerts for Panther Lake: Orange County National

How do I get tee time alerts for Panther Lake: Orange County National?

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When do tee times typically open at Panther Lake: Orange County National?

Book online up to 30 days in advance — the maximum booking window fills fast for prime weekend slots. Weekday and afternoon tee times offer more flexibility. Summer off-season (June–August) sees rates drop significantly with better availability.

Can I set alerts for specific times at Panther Lake: Orange County National?

Yes! When creating your alert, you can specify preferred tee times, number of players, and date ranges. We'll only notify you when matching slots open.

How quickly will I be notified about Panther Lake: Orange County National tee times?

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Is Panther Lake: Orange County National hard to book?

Nationally ranked and highly sought-after; Orlando-area resort visitors and destination golfers book well in advance

What if I want to book multiple courses including Panther Lake: Orange County National?

You can create alerts for multiple courses at once. Add Panther Lake: Orange County National along with other favorites to maximize your chances of securing the perfect tee time.

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