Bartow Golf Course

Bartow Golf Course is an 18-hole links-style course located in Bartow, Florida, originally established as a 9-hole facility in 1919 and redesigned as an 18-hole course by renowned architect Donald Ross in December 1926. The Par 72 layout features four sets of tees ranging from 5,200 to 6,600 yards, accommodating players of varying skill levels.

The course is characterized by its traditional design with no residential development, allowing golfers to experience a natural setting dominated by native oaks and wildlife. The layout presents moderate challenge through strategically placed water hazards, casual dogleg configurations, and notably difficult greens that demand precision.

Known locally as "the TOW," the course has a rich tournament history, having hosted the Youth Villa Classic for over 50 years—an event benefiting the Sheriff Youth Ranch in Bartow—along with numerous other competitive events. The combination of peaceful natural beauty and engaging course design creates what the facility describes as a "diamond in the rough." The course features continuous cart paths throughout for player convenience.