Two different nines, one oak-lined and one open and links-style, on a par 72 that takes public tee times

A fairway at North Shore Golf Club near Lake Hart in the Lake Nona area

By David Myers, Broker Associate · NonaOrlandoProperties.com · Last updated September 2026

North Shore Golf Club is a semi-private 18-hole course at 11507 N. Shore Golf Club Blvd, Orlando, near Lake Hart on the east side of the Lake Nona area. Mike Dasher designed the course, which opened in 2001 and plays to par 72. From the black tees it measures 6,898 yards with a 73.8 rating and 140 slope, the highest slope of the three Lake Nona-area courses. Its Classic nine runs through a century-old oak grove, and its Modern nine is a links-style layout through native wetlands. The public can book tee times, and the clubhouse has a pro shop, locker rooms and the North Shore Grille.

North Shore is the shortest of the three courses around Lake Nona, and golfers who assume short means easy tend to find out otherwise. Its 140 slope from the back tees is the highest of the three.

Here's how the two nines differ, which tees to play and how North Shore fits alongside Eagle Creek and Lake Nona Golf & Country Club.

What is North Shore Golf Club like to play?

It is a par 72 with two different nines: the Classic nine through a century-old oak grove, and the Modern nine, a links-style layout through native wetlands.

Mike Dasher designed the course, which opened in 2001. The club describes the Classic nine as having a Carolina feel, with fairways framed by old oaks. The Modern nine opens up, with wetlands in play and more exposure to wind. Playing both in one round is the reason to go.

What facilities does North Shore Golf Club have?

North Shore has a driving range, a short-game area, a practice putting green, locker rooms with showers, a pro shop and the North Shore Grille.

A green at North Shore Golf Club in the Lake Nona area of Orlando

Lessons and clinics are available through the pro shop, and the club books tournaments and group outings. Cart and club rentals are available. The facility is open daily from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., and its affiliate course is Stoneybrook East Golf Club.

Which tees should you play at North Shore?

Most mid-handicap golfers belong on the blues at 6,518 yards; the blacks are only 6,898 yards but carry a 140 slope.

North Shore Golf Club tees (par 72)
Black 6,898 yards · 73.8 rating / 140 slope
Blue 6,518 yards · 71.0 / 132
White 5,833 yards · 68.5 / 126
Red 5,023 yards · 68.4 / 118 (women)

Ratings are from the Florida State Golf Association. The gap between the blue and white tees is almost 700 yards, so golfers between the two should pick based on how they drive the ball, not on the scorecard total.

Where is North Shore Golf Club?

The course is at 11507 N. Shore Golf Club Blvd, Orlando, FL 32832, near the north shore of Lake Hart on the east side of the Lake Nona area.

Lake Hart sits just south of the course, with Lake Mary Jane beyond it. For time on the water, see our guides to fishing and boating on the Lake Hart chain and Moss Park. For groceries nearby, see Cornerstone at Lake Hart.

How does North Shore compare with other golf courses near Lake Nona?

North Shore is the shortest of the three Lake Nona-area courses but carries the highest slope rating from the back tees.

Lake Nona-area golf courses compared
Course Lake Nona Golf & Country Club Eagle Creek Golf Club North Shore Golf Club
Access Private (members and guests) Public, daily fee Semi-private, public tee times
Designer Tom Fazio Ron Garl and Howard Swan Mike Dasher
Opened 1986 2004 2001
Par 72 73 72
Back-tee yardage 7,215 7,196 6,898
Rating / slope (back tees) 74.6 / 138 74.1 / 132 73.8 / 140
Pro events LPGA season opener since 2022 2006 Florida Open None on record

Eagle Creek Golf Club is the longer public alternative, and Lake Nona Golf & Country Club is private. See our Lake Nona golf courses guide for more.

Can the public play North Shore Golf Club?

Yes. North Shore is semi-private, and public golfers can book tee times online or by calling the pro shop at (407) 277-9277.

Green fees change with the season, day and time, so check the booking page for the current rate. For tournament and outing inquiries, email info@golfatnorthshore.com.

Pros, Cons and Our Take

Pros

  • Public tee times on a course with two distinct nines.
  • A 140 slope from the back tees gives good players a real test at under 6,900 yards.
  • Long daily hours, 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
  • Close to Lake Hart, Moss Park and the east-side Lake Nona neighborhoods.

Cons

  • At 6,898 yards, the back tees are short for long hitters who want a championship-length test.
  • Green fees are not published as a single rate card.
  • Wetlands on the Modern nine make wayward shots expensive.
  • It is farther east than Eagle Creek for golfers living near Town Center.

Our Take

North Shore is the course to play when you want variety in one round and don't need 7,000-plus yards. Golfers living on the east side of Lake Nona have it closer than any other course. Take the blues the first time.

What the Neighbors Know

The course sits next to North Shore at Lake Hart, and residents of Lake Whippoorwill Hart, Shores at Lake Whippoorwill and the Moss Park neighborhoods, such as Moss Park Ridge, are nearby. For those households it is the most convenient course in the area.

For more ways to stay active, see our Lake Nona sports and athletics guide.

Official Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Shore Golf Club open to the public?

Yes. North Shore is a semi-private course that takes public tee times online and through the pro shop at (407) 277-9277.

Who designed North Shore Golf Club?

Mike Dasher designed the course, which opened in 2001. It plays to par 72 and 6,898 yards from the black tees.

Where is North Shore Golf Club?

North Shore Golf Club is at 11507 N. Shore Golf Club Blvd, Orlando, FL 32832, near Lake Hart on the east side of the Lake Nona area.

What are North Shore Golf Club's hours?

The club is open daily from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., including weekends and holidays.