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In this section learn more about the history of the course and its hometown, see a selection of historic and current images of the course, learn about what the course is like today, and discover nearby historic sites.

New Smyrna Golf Club

History

New Smyrna Golf Club is located in the City of New Smyrna Beach in Volusia County.

A citizen’s golf committee was appointed by the mayor of New Smyrna Beach in 1945. They were tasked with finding a site to build a municipal golf course. The committee had contacted several golf course builders including Donald Ross. The City’s former golf course was destroyed when the Navy took over and enlarged the Municipal Airport during the early 1940s.

In 1947, a site owned by the Indian River Plantation group was selected. The City acquired the services of James B. McGovern, a longtime design associate of Donald Ross, to produce a topographic survey of the property. Soon after, the city drew up a $3,500 contract with the firm of Donald J. Ross for the architectural design of the golf course.

In June 1948, the city attorney prepared a resolution entitled “A Resolution Providing for the Sale of the Property Known as the Lovejoy Golf Course Tract, the Proceeds from Which ad to be Used for the Construction of a Golf Course.” It passed unanimously. That same year, F.L, Edwards submitted a bid of $54,00 for the construction of a 13-hole golf course and was awarded the contract. Work began early in 1949 on the golf course while the city continued to acquire additional funds to complete the remaining five holes.

The New Smyrna Beach Golf and Country Club was formally opened and dedicated on March 18, 1950. The celebration began with a parade down Canal Street then an exhibition golf match between Pug Allen of Deland and Archie Bagwell of Daytona Beach against Jack McClaren and Johnny Freitas. Following the golf match, the dedication ceremonies took place then the course was opened for public play and ended the day with a fish fry. The course was leased to Harald Ridgely for five years. Ridgely also served as the golf pro at the course.

Construction of the remaining five holes began in early 1956 and was completed the following year giving New Smyrna Beach its complete 18-hole golf course. Golf course architect Bobby Weed completed an extensive renovation of the golf course in 2006.

New Smyrna Golf Club 1948 Layout

Groundbreaking at the New Smyrna Golf Club in 1949 (Not 1948)

1950s Scorecard for New Smyrna Beach Golf and Country Club

New Smyrna Enlarging Golf Course

1963 Aerial of the New Smyrna Golf Club

The 1967 Indian River Open Golf Tournament at the New Smyrna Golf Club

Today

The New Smyrna Golf Club includes an 18-hole, par-72 golf course featuring five sets of tees playing from 4,700 to 6,500 yards. With easy access to the beautiful Atlantic coast and many more of Florida's most popular attractions. New Smyrna Golf Club is a haven for local and visiting golfers alike.

Current Layout of the New Smyrna Golf Club

2nd Hole at New Smyrna Golf Club

9th Green and Fairway at New Smyrna Golf Club

16th Hole at New Smyrna Golf Club

Platinum Paspalum Greens at New Smyrna Golf Club

Local Knowledge

Thirteen of the original 18 holes from the 1948 Donald Ross and Associates design are still in use today. They consist of hole numbers 1, 2, 3, 9 and the current back nine, holes 10-18. In addition, the original plans for the golf course included a horse stable and a bridle path that encircled the entire golf course property.

Original Holes Still in Use at New Smyrna Golf Club

Inside the Leather

Smyrna Dunes Park – Located a few miles to the east of the golf course is a 73-acre county park surrounded on three sides by the Indian River, Ponce Inlet and the Atlantic Ocean. Visitors to Smyrna Dunes Park may arrive by land or by sea to enjoy the beautiful beaches and dunes. The park provides a unique opportunity for naturalists, ecologists, students and the general public to see a wide variety of animals, birds, reptiles, marine life and vegetation in their natural habitat. The surrounding waters provide excellent fishing, boating and swimming opportunities. While the principal ecosystem is the vast dunes, the park consists of five ecosystems - ocean, river, dunes, scrub zone, and saltwater marsh. Smyrna Dunes Park is one of Volusia County’s dog-friendly beach parks where man’s best friend may enjoy the amenities. Visit Smyrna Dunes Park for more details.

Smyrna Dunes Park Location Map

Aerial of Smyrna Dunes Park

Ponce de Leon Lighthouse in View at Smyrna Dunes Park

Dog Swimming at Smyrna Dunes Park

Dunes and Boardwalk at Smyrna Dunes Park

Smyrna Dunes Park Map

Visit - Contact

New Smyrna Golf Club

1000 Wayne Avenue
New Smyrna Beach, Florida 32168

1000 Wayne Avenue
New Smyrna Beach, Florida 32168

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Phone: 386.424.2190