Lely Resort - Flamingo Island

Flamingo Island at Lely Resort was designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. (with Roger Rulewich) and opened in 1990 — one of the last designs by the legendary architect, who reportedly considered it among the finest courses he ever designed. The only RTJ Sr. design in the Naples area.

Twice rated by Golfweek among America\'s best resort courses. Lely Resort also features the Mustang Course (Lee Trevino design). The famous island green on the par-3 5th is one of the most photographed holes in Southwest Florida.

Classic RTJ Sr. design: expansive white sand bunkers outlining hourglass-shaped fairways, large undulating bermuda greens, and strategic water features. Visually dramatic with well-defined playing corridors.

Open to public play without membership or resort stay — one of the few premium Naples courses accessible to visitors. GPS-equipped carts and driving range included with greens fees.

Peak season rates around $325; off-season significantly less.

Wind changes club selection by 2-3 clubs on exposed holes. Always factor it in.

On the island-green 5th, commit to your number and swing with confidence. Indecision causes the most water balls.

RTJ Sr.\'s greens reward approaches to the correct quadrant. Pin-seeking from the wrong angle is punished.

Invest time on the practice green — green speeds can vary.