Abacoa Golf Club
Abacoa Golf Club in Jupiter, Florida is a public Joe Lee–designed course known for challenging play and scenic beauty. The club features a well-stocked pro shop, professional instruction, and practice facilities including driving range and putting greens. Players enjoy a full-service restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the picturesque course. The layout includes lakes and bunkers, providing strategic challenges for golfers of all skill levels. Affordable daily rates and memberships make it accessible to both residents and visitors.
The club is part of the Abacoa community, a master-planned development with homes, schools, and entertainment options. Residents benefit from nearby dining, shopping, and cultural events in Abacoa Town Center. The community features parks, walking trails, and recreational areas for families. Its location offers easy access to downtown Jupiter and beautiful nearby beaches. Abacoa’s golf club enhances the community’s reputation as a vibrant lifestyle destination.
Description of Abacoa Golf Course
Abacoa Golf Club is a public, championship-caliber 18-hole course with real elevation changes and scenic water features. It was the final design by renowned architect Joe Lee completed before his passing. The putting greens are Tif Eagle Ultra dwarf Bermuda grass, offering superb surface quality. It has 14 of the 18 holes bordered by water, and bunkers blend into sloping fairways naturally. The layout delivers beauty and challenge for golfers of all abilities.
The course spans about 7,200 yards from the Gold tees, with a par of 72. The Gold tee’s USGA course rating is around 75 and slope near 142. There are numerous water hazards and many bunkers throughout to test shot accuracy. Signature holes include dramatic water-framed par-3s and reachable par-5s with scenic fairway elevation changes. The well-maintained conditioning ensures an enjoyable yet demanding golf experience.
Abacoa Greens Fees and Membership Costs
Daily green fees include a golf cart, with Monday through Thursday rates before noon $60, after noon $50. Friday through Sunday rates are before noon $65, after noon $55. All rates have a 7% Florida sales tax added. Every player must ride in a cart with two people maximum. Rates may vary seasonally or for holidays like Independence Day and Labor Day.
Annual individual membership for November 1 2024 to October 31 2025 is $7,500 plus tax, with $600 yearly food and beverage minimum. Family membership costs $10,500 plus tax, with a $1,200 food and beverage minimum. There is a new-member initiation fee of $5,000. Members pay a $36 cart fee per round. Membership includes benefits like discounted guest fees, pro shop discounts, and F&B savings.
Abacoa Club Golfing Staff and Members
The management team includes Rob Young as Director of Golf and Owner and Superintendent Dale Knefely. Several PGA professionals teach at the club, including Susan Vail, Adam Foegen, Bill Davis, Rick Martino, and Joe Bostic. Brooke Sweetser handles event coordination, marketing, and social media, while Tina Mazzocchi manages food and beverage. The club also features an executive chef known as Chef Marks. Such a diverse staff supports exceptional service and smooth golf operations.
Jupiter is home to many PGA Tour professionals, though none are confirmed members of Abacoa. A notable fact: professional Eric Cole won Abacoa-hosted events on the Minor League Golf Tour. The course’s Tif Eagle greens are famed for speed and smooth putting surfaces. Abacoa’s design showcases dramatic elevation changes, rare for South Florida courses. The club remains a public championship layout admired for its challenge and beauty.