Ohio Golf Journal February 2020

and playable. Although carts are available, Palm Beach Par 3 is an enjoyable walk. Golf Digest has named Palm Beach Par 3, “The %HVW 3DU LQ WKH 8 6 ë on two occasions. Even though real estate is in somewhat short supply and ultra- expensive, the course has enough space for a driving range, practice putting green, as well as, a twostory c l u b h o u s e , which features a fullservice pro shop and Al Fresco’s P i z z e r i a / Ristorante/Bar. The view of the Atlantic Ocean from the veranda at Al Fresco’s is priceless and peaceful. It helps put the game of golf and any threeputts into proper perspective. Al Fresco’s, which is open seven days a week, servesafullmenuof items forbreakfast, lunch, and dinner. You can begin your day watching the sun rise over the eastern horizon, as you enjoy a hot cup of coffee and an omelet. Lunch and dinner feature a menu of tasty and delectable specials. We suggest the signature At Palm Beach Par 3, the holes from the back tees range from 81 yards to 211 yards. When WKHUHèV D VWURQJ ZLQG SUHVHQW LW FDQ LQćXHQFH club selection by two or three clubs. Strategically placed between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, Palm Beach Par 3 is situated on one of the most scenic parts of real estate in south Florida, as you can see either the Atlantic Ocean or the I n t r a c o a s t a l Waterway on nearly every hole. Holes 4, 5 and 6 play along the I n t e r c o a s t a l Waterway, or the Lake Worth Lagoon, with Nos. 13, 14, and 18 running along the ocean side. Any shot that drifts too far left or right ZLOO ĆQG D ZDWHU\ JUDYH 7R GDWH QR RQH KDV ever saved par from the bottom of the Lake Worth Lagoon or the Atlantic Ocean! Tim Campbell and his maintenance staff at Palm Beach Par 3 constantly battle effects of salt spray from the Atlantic. Drought resistant and salt water tolerant Paspalum turf was used on the course to keep it lush