The Preserve at Turnbull Bay
About The Preserve at Turnbull Bay
The Preserve at Turnbull Bay is a 18-hole golf course located in New Smyrna Beach, Florida (32168). The course was designed by Gary Wintz and established in 1995. From the GREEN tees, the course plays to 6,386 yards with a par of 72. The GREEN tees carry a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 71.8.
Walking is permitted.
The Preserve at Turnbull Bay offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 138, putting it in the upper half of courses in Florida for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 3,775 to 6,386 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Florida offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
72
Length
6,386
Slope
138
Rating
71.8
Course Difficulty Analysis
138
This Course
133
FL Average
113
US Average
Based on 627 rated courses in Florida
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GREEN | 138 | 71.8 | 444 | 386 | 378 | 170 | 544 | 119 | 534 | 355 | 373 | 3303 | 351 | 415 | 154 | 512 | 431 | 164 | 340 | 296 | 420 | 3083 | 6,386 |
BLUE | 131 | 70.2 | 407 | 357 | 369 | 162 | 513 | 113 | 525 | 347 | 359 | 3152 | 323 | 406 | 150 | 504 | 363 | 160 | 323 | 292 | 404 | 2925 | 6,077 |
WHITE | 138 | 73.7 | 361 | 332 | 350 | 151 | 475 | 101 | 465 | 316 | 333 | 2884 | 303 | 396 | 133 | 489 | 343 | 144 | 297 | 273 | 363 | 2741 | 5,625 |
WHITE | 126 | 68.1 | 361 | 332 | 350 | 151 | 475 | 101 | 465 | 316 | 333 | 2884 | 303 | 396 | 133 | 489 | 343 | 144 | 297 | 273 | 363 | 2741 | 5,625 |
BLACK STRIPE | 135 | 71.8 | 317 | 332 | 350 | 151 | 440 | 101 | 465 | 316 | 287 | 2759 | 303 | 369 | 133 | 441 | 343 | 144 | 297 | 273 | 282 | 2585 | 5,344 |
BLACK STRIPE | 123 | 66.7 | 317 | 332 | 350 | 151 | 440 | 101 | 465 | 316 | 287 | 2759 | 303 | 369 | 133 | 441 | 343 | 144 | 297 | 273 | 282 | 2585 | 5,344 |
GOLD | 130 | 70.5 | 317 | 292 | 320 | 131 | 440 | 91 | 445 | 300 | 287 | 2623 | 293 | 369 | 117 | 441 | 333 | 131 | 272 | 259 | 282 | 2497 | 5,120 |
GOLD | 120 | 65.7 | 317 | 292 | 320 | 131 | 440 | 91 | 445 | 300 | 287 | 2623 | 293 | 369 | 117 | 441 | 333 | 131 | 272 | 259 | 282 | 2497 | 5,120 |
RED | 115 | 67.4 | 284 | 266 | 291 | 99 | 399 | 83 | 380 | 247 | 253 | 2302 | 283 | 344 | 101 | 368 | 297 | 88 | 219 | 232 | 248 | 2180 | 4,482 |
RED | 109 | 63.0 | 284 | 266 | 291 | 99 | 399 | 83 | 380 | 247 | 253 | 2302 | 283 | 344 | 101 | 368 | 297 | 88 | 219 | 232 | 248 | 2180 | 4,482 |
ORANGE | 107 | 62.9 | 230 | 205 | 215 | 93 | 320 | 83 | 325 | 230 | 237 | 1938 | 220 | 285 | 93 | 305 | 200 | 80 | 219 | 225 | 210 | 1837 | 3,775 |
ORANGE | 103 | 60.4 | 230 | 205 | 215 | 93 | 320 | 83 | 325 | 230 | 237 | 1938 | 220 | 285 | 93 | 305 | 200 | 80 | 219 | 225 | 210 | 1837 | 3,775 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 4 | 14 | 9 | 11 | 6 | 13 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 17 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 5 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 3 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Preserve at Turnbull Bay offers 12 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
GREEN | 6,386 | 138 | 71.8 | 5-15 |
BLUE | 6,077 | 131 | 70.2 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,625 | 138 | 73.7 | 20-30 |
WHITE | 5,625 | 126 | 68.1 | 20-30 |
BLACK STRIPE | 5,344 | 135 | 71.8 | 20-30 |
BLACK STRIPE | 5,344 | 123 | 66.7 | 20-30 |
GOLD | 5,120 | 130 | 70.5 | 20-30 |
GOLD | 5,120 | 120 | 65.7 | 20-30 |
RED | 4,482 | 115 | 67.4 | 25+ |
RED | 4,482 | 109 | 63.0 | 25+ |
ORANGE | 3,775 | 107 | 62.9 | 25+ |
ORANGE | 3,775 | 103 | 60.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at The Preserve at Turnbull Bay
The Preserve at Turnbull Bay features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for The Preserve at Turnbull Bay. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Preserve at Turnbull Bay a public or private golf course?expand_more
The Preserve at Turnbull Bay is a public golf course located in New Smyrna Beach, FL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does The Preserve at Turnbull Bay have?expand_more
The Preserve at Turnbull Bay is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1995. The course was designed by Gary Wintz.
What is the yardage at The Preserve at Turnbull Bay?expand_more
From the WHITE tees, The Preserve at Turnbull Bay plays to 5,625 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 3,775 to 6,386 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Preserve at Turnbull Bay?expand_more
The GREEN tees at The Preserve at Turnbull Bay have a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 71.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Preserve at Turnbull Bay?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at The Preserve at Turnbull Bay. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Preserve at Turnbull Bay?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at The Preserve at Turnbull Bay. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.thepreserveatturnbull.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does The Preserve at Turnbull Bay offer?expand_more
The Preserve at Turnbull Bay offers a pro shop.
Where is The Preserve at Turnbull Bay located?expand_more
The Preserve at Turnbull Bay is located at 2600 Turnbull Estates Drive in New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168. You can reach them at +1 386-427-8727.
What is the difficulty level at The Preserve at Turnbull Bay?expand_more
The Preserve at Turnbull Bay is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 71% of golf courses in Florida. The average slope rating in Florida is 133. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at The Preserve at Turnbull Bay?expand_more
The Preserve at Turnbull Bay offers 12 tee sets. GREEN tees (6,386 yards, slope 138) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. ORANGE tees (3,775 yards, slope 103) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at The Preserve at Turnbull Bay?expand_more
Beginners at The Preserve at Turnbull Bay should play the ORANGE tees, which play 3,775 yards with a slope of 103. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at The Preserve at Turnbull Bay?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the GOLD tees (slope 130, rating 70.5) at The Preserve at Turnbull Bay would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 88. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at The Preserve at Turnbull Bay?expand_more
A typical round at The Preserve at Turnbull Bay takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.