Also like the former course, the new Nicklaus design offers the same stunning views of St. The golf course maintained the challenging aspects of the original but infused a play-ability that makes it accessible to all skill levels.
The scenic landscape of scrub oaks, towering pines, and saltwater marshes was carefully preserved though. The redesign included restructuring the tees, greens, and bunkers and also re-contouring the fairways. It reopened a year later with rave reviews. In 2004, the golf course closed and underwent a major renovation by the Nicklaus Design team. The golf course was formerly Lagoon Legend, which had a reputation for being one of the Florida Panhandle's toughest layouts.
Bay Point Golf Club's Nicklaus Course at Sheraton Bay Point Resort is the only Nicklaus Design course in Northwest Florida.
