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El Campeon at Mission Inn Resort & Club

Howey in the Hills, Florida | 18 holes | Par: 72 | 7015 yards

Built in 1917, El Campeon at Mission Inn Resort & Club stands as one of the South’s oldest courses. The sloping hills of the central highlands provide golf the course with more than 85 feet in elevation changes, which were deftly utilized in the rolling fairways and undulating greens.

View from no. 8 (View from the par-5, 556 yards no. 17 (No. 15 ('Gator') is the shortest par-3 on El Campeon at 142 yards and sits on a peninsula with plenty of water to the left. A slightly long shot can roll off the back and into the water.The green from the par-4, 457-yards no. 7 from El Campeon at Mission InnThe island green from no. 16 at Mission Inn's El Campeon is protected on all sides by sandThe elevated 14th green from El Campeon at Mission Inn is protected by multiple bunkers and a mature oak.The par-3 no. 12 from El Campeon at Mission Inn usually requires a long utility club or wood to reach the small, elevated, two-level greenThe par-4 fifth hole on El Campeon at Mission Inn Resort & Club plays from an elevated tee, downhill and back up to an elevated green.The sixth hole at Mission Inn's El Campeon golf course is one of many that have an elevated green. The par-3 eighth on the El Campeon golf course at Mission Inn Resort plays entirely over water.Two Florida Sandhill Cranes walk the fairways on the El Campeon golf course at Mission Inn.

Built in 1917, El Campeon at Mission Inn Resort & Club stands as one of the South’s oldest courses. The sloping hills of the central highlands provide golf the course with more than 85 feet in elevation changes, which were deftly utilized in the rolling fairways and undulating greens. The layout also features more traditional aspects of golf design, giving it a diversity and versatility that appeals to a wide range of skill levels and tastes. Several lakes and numerous mature trees including palms, firs, and oaks provide both challenges and scenery. The signature hole is the penultimate par 5. This lengthy, double dogleg features more obstacles than some entire golf courses. In addition to El Campeon, the resort offers a second, more player-friendly 18-hole course as well as an expansive driving range, a practice bunker with target green, and a large putting green.

Par, yardages and course ratings

Tee Par Yardage Rating Slope
Historic 72 6242 70.3 131
Blue 72 6601 72 135
Gold 72 5624 67.4 121
Black 72 7015 73.8 136
Gold (W) 73 5624 72.9 133
Challenger 73 6073 69.6 130
Red (W) 73 4811 68.6 125

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At a glance

  • Holes: 18
  • Designed by: C. E. Clarke, George O'Neil
  • Type: Resort
  • Built in: 1917
  • Golf Season: Year round
  • Visitor Policy: Open
  • Tee times welcomed: Search tee times

Practice facilities

  • Driving range: Yes
  • Putting green: Yes

Tuition

  • Teaching pro: Yes
  • Golf school / golf academy: Yes

Services

  • Pro: Yes
  • Rental clubs: Yes
  • Rental carts: Yes - included in green fees
  • Pull carts:

Prices


10400 County Rd 48
Howey in the Hills, Florida 34737
Lake County
P: (352) 324-3885
F: (352) 324-4199
W: Visit Website


Reader Ratings / Reviews

  • 2.5 stars out of 5
    by mike
    on July 02nd, 2018 10:47
    Just returned from playing 36 holes at El Campeon. Course is challenging but only equals its beauty and design. Conditions of fairways and greens outstanding. Staff couldn't have been more accommodating. Well worth the drive from Orlando and look forward to playing again in October with large group.
  • 5 stars out of 5
    by Ryan
    on September 10th, 2012 15:28
    Amazing! Great elevation change and design. A historic course that is a MUST PLAY....
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