The Links Of Sandpiper is an 18-hole golf course in Lakeland, FL with a par of 71. It offers 4 tee sets: blue (5,913 yards, slope 121, rating 68.8), white (5,515 yards, slope 118, rating 67), green (5,095 yards, slope 111, rating 64.3), gold (4,229 yards, slope 105, rating 61). The hardest hole is #4, a par 5 playing 456 yards from the first tee.
The Links Of Sandpiper
Lakeland, FL
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A relatively short par 4 that plays straightaway with a fairway that tightens as it approaches the green. Bunkers guard the right side of the green, demanding accuracy on the approach shot to avoid sand.

A substantial par 3 playing over 450 yards from the back tees, requiring a significant carry to reach the putting surface. Water and rough surrounds the green on multiple sides, making this a demanding one-shot hole.

An extremely short par 4 playing under 140 yards even from the blue tees, offering birdie opportunities but with little margin for error. The compact length demands precision rather than power.

The course's longest hole and most difficult, this par 5 stretches over 450 yards with a demanding layout that requires strategic positioning throughout. Key hazards and bunker placements reward careful course management.

A mid-length par 4 with a relatively straightforward design that plays shorter than its yardage suggests. Hazards frame the hole without dominating play, making it a fair but solid test.

A short par 3 playing well under 130 yards, offering an accessible scoring opportunity from the tee. The modest length and size make accuracy more important than distance.

A modest par 3 in the 140–170 yard range with a straightforward design that emphasizes accuracy. The hole's charm lies in its simplicity and the premium placed on solid contact.

A lengthy par 5 stretching near 500 yards from the blue tees, featuring an expansive layout that challenges longer hitters and positions golfers for strategic second shots. Fairway contours and hazard placement reward controlled aggression.

A generous par 5 under 450 yards with a layout that allows for multiple routes to the green. The hole balances playability with enough hazards and rough to punish careless shots.

A solid mid-length par 4 playing around 380 yards from the blue tees with a fairly open fairway that narrows near the green. Strategic positioning on the approach is essential to avoid greenside trouble.

A short par 4 under 280 yards that emphasizes accuracy and control over distance. The compact length makes it an ideal scoring hole despite modest length limitations.

A difficult par 4 of nearly 400 yards from the back tees, playing as one of the course's most challenging two-shot holes. Hazard placement and fairway definition demand careful strategic navigation.

A mid-range par 3 around 160–190 yards that requires a solid, confident swing to the green. The hole offers a straightforward test without excessive gimmickry.

A formidable par 5 ranking among the course's most difficult holes, stretching over 450 yards with strategic complexity that rewards intelligent shot placement. Bunkers and hazards position this as a true three-shot test.

A very short par 3 playing under 150 yards, offering a birdie opportunity for solid iron play. The brevity makes this an accessible scoring hole from the tee box.

The course's longest par 5, stretching over 550 yards from the back tees and demanding sustained distance and accuracy across multiple shots. Length and positioning create a genuinely difficult finishing par 5.

A short par 4 under 300 yards with a relatively open design that emphasizes control and accuracy. The modest yardage allows for strategic shot-making rather than all-out distance.

A finishing par 3 around 170 yards that provides a clean conclusion to the round with a straightforward one-shot challenge. The hole's character balances accessibility with the expectation of a solid closing swing.
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 71 |
| HCP | 3 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 15 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 6 | 14 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 16 | 10 | |||
| blue | 383 | 475 | 136 | 456 | 359 | 121 | 165 | 498 | 446 | 3039 | 381 | 278 | 399 | 188 | 459 | 148 | 556 | 291 | 174 | 2874 | 5913 |
| white | 351 | 457 | 122 | 424 | 343 | 108 | 142 | 481 | 430 | 2858 | 361 | 269 | 369 | 161 | 413 | 127 | 528 | 283 | 146 | 2657 | 5515 |
| green | 331 | 431 | 108 | 387 | 311 | 94 | 121 | 453 | 399 | 2635 | 347 | 247 | 332 | 145 | 374 | 124 | 505 | 256 | 130 | 2460 | 5095 |
| gold | 236 | 264 | 88 | 378 | 253 | 86 | 113 | 389 | 399 | 2206 | 238 | 230 | 259 | 104 | 281 | 89 | 505 | 234 | 83 | 2023 | 4229 |