Azalea Amateur Flights 1-6

Description

The Azalea Amateur Flights 1-6 takes place March 27-29, 2026 at Palatka Golf Course. This open competition features individual strokeplay across six flights, offering opportunities for golfers of varying skill levels to compete. The three-day format provides an engaging test of consistency and shot-making ability.

Palatka Golf Course

FL, United States

Palatka Golf Club is a historic public course designed by Donald Ross in 1925, located in Palatka, Florida near the St. Johns River. The course features a traditional design that has earned recognition as the 29th best municipal golf course in America and is featured in Links Magazine's Dream Courses Southeast. Set in a natural, clutter-free environment, the course's holes gently traverse sandy ridges and wind through tranquil woodlands adjacent to Ravine Gardens State Park. The layout emphasizes classic golf principles with interesting hole designs that allow for relatively quick play without sacrificing enjoyment. Palatka Golf Club is known for offering an authentic, vintage golfing experience at reasonable rates, positioning itself as an excellent value option among American courses. The course hosts several tournaments including the Florida Azalea Amateur and Senior Azalea Amateur championships. The facility is characterized by its pleasant staff, traditional approach to the game, and emphasis on accessibility for golfers of varying skill levels seeking quality play without excessive cost or time commitment.