Timuquana Country Club, Private golf course in Ortega, Jacksonville, United States.
Timuquana Country Club is a private golf course in Ortega that stretches along the St. Johns River with a classic design by Donald Ross featuring strategic holes. The layout incorporates natural landscape elements, with manicured fairways and wooded areas creating distinct playing conditions throughout the course.
Founded in 1923, the club was named after the Timucua Native Americans who once lived along the St. Johns River in this region. The naming choice reflects an acknowledgment of the area's original inhabitants and their connection to the land.
The club brings together families and neighbors through regular tournaments and seasonal gatherings that have become part of local life. Members celebrate milestones and maintain friendships in spaces designed for social connection.
The course is accessible to members who enjoy additional facilities like tennis courts, a swimming pool, dining areas, and a fitness center on the grounds. Guests interested in playing should contact the club directly, as access for non-members may be restricted or available under specific conditions.
During World War II, renowned golfer and naval officer Bobby Jones played regularly at this course while stationed at Naval Air Station Jacksonville. His time here links the club to a significant chapter in the city's military history.
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