Native sand scrub areas, reminiscent of those found at Pine Valley, are featured throughout the course. Long approach shots are to relatively large greens with relatively less contour. Short approach shots are to relatively small greens with relatively greater contour. Four sets of tees provide fair challenges for high handicappers and professionals alike. Tees approach the quality and consistency of the greens.
Greens use contour, and to lesser degree grain, to create excess speed.
Flat cross-grain speeds average between nine and ten on the stimpmeter. In keeping with the special quality that is Naples National meant building a practice area that is also special. To make the practice experience at Naples National instructive yet unique, the designated target greens are scaled-down replicas of several of those found on the golf course. The practice area is double ended to provide teaching flexibility and an opportunity to practice shots under different wind conditions.