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Odessa sits in the heart of Hillsborough County, where the flatlands of west-central Florida give way to a patchwork of lakes, wetlands, and suburban development spreading north and west of Tampa. Golf has long been woven into the fabric of this corridor — the region's warm climate and accessible terrain made it fertile ground for courses serving everyday players, and layouts in this area tend to reflect that democratic spirit: approachable, community-rooted, and built around the natural water features that define the local landscape.
A name like Lakes is rarely accidental in Florida. The state's geology — karst terrain, shallow water tables, and abundant natural ponds — means water is less a design flourish and more a fact of life, shaping holes whether architects plan for it or not. Around Odessa, that hydrology creates genuine strategic bite: errant shots find water with real consequence, and the drama tends to come from the land itself rather than forced difficulty.
For golfers based in Tampa's northern suburbs, a course like this fills an important role — the kind of place that sustains a local game, hosts weekend regulars, and keeps handicaps honest without demanding a road trip.
| Tee | Yards | Rating | Slope | Par |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLACK · men | 7,001 | 73.8 | 135 | 72 |
| BLUE · men | 6,572 | 72 | 130 | 72 |
| WHITE · men | 6,222 | 69.8 | 129 | 72 |
| GOLD · men | 5,612 | 66.7 | 123 | 72 |
| GOLD · women | 5,612 | 72.3 | 125 | 72 |
| RED · women | 5,200 | 69.8 | 124 | 72 |
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