Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida · Bucket-list tournament golf

Planning a Golf Trip to Ponte Vedra & TPC Sawgrass: Group Guide

TPC Sawgrass's Stadium Course and the island-green 17th, plus beach-town golf around Jacksonville.

Best forGroups who want to say they played the 17th at Sawgrass
Group size4–12 · 12–24 golfers
Budget$$$$ Luxury
Best monthsOct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May
Trip styleBucket list · Winter warm-weather

The courses to play

  • TPC Sawgrass Stadium Course: Home of THE PLAYERS Championship and the island-green 17th.
  • TPC Sawgrass Dye's Valley: The companion course. Good for a warm-up round.

Getting there

AirportCodeDrive to the golf
JacksonvilleJAXabout 40 min

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When to go

October through May.

Group tip

Staying at the Sawgrass resort is usually the easiest route to a Stadium tee time. Fill the rest of the trip with cheaper Jacksonville-area rounds.

Before you book

  1. Lock the headcount in a multiple of four.
  2. Set the per-person budget with the cost calculator.
  3. Call the resort or golf desk directly and ask for group tee-time blocks, stay-and-play packages and the cancellation and rain policy.
  4. Collect deposits the week you book. Use the deposit tracker.
  5. Pick your format and build pairings.
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Course details and access rules change. Confirm current tee-time policies and rates directly with each course before you book.

FAQ

When is the best time for a Ponte Vedra & TPC Sawgrass golf trip?

October through May. Best months: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May.

What airport do you fly into for Ponte Vedra & TPC Sawgrass?

Jacksonville (JAX), about 40 min.

What are the best courses at Ponte Vedra & TPC Sawgrass?

TPC Sawgrass Stadium Course, TPC Sawgrass Dye's Valley.

Is Ponte Vedra & TPC Sawgrass good for a group golf trip?

Best for: Groups who want to say they played the 17th at Sawgrass. It works for groups of 4–12, 12–24 golfers.

How far ahead should we book Ponte Vedra & TPC Sawgrass?

For 8 or more golfers in peak season, plan 6–12 months out. Call the golf desk and ask about group tee-time blocks and package rates before you book rooms.

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