Golf

Abacoa Golf Club. Built in 1999, the tagline for this Joe Lee–designed 18-hole course in Jupiter is "public golf at its finest." Most of the courses in this golfing community are private, but the range at Abacoa is on par with them and membership (nor deep pockets) isn’t required. Since 2013, $1 million has been spent to renovate the facilities throughout the course and clubhouse. One of the course's more interesting features includes the several elevation changes throughout, which is a rarity in flat Florida. The course caters to golfers at all skill levels. The greens fee ranges from $45 to $110 (including cart), depending on time of year, time of day, and weekday versus weekend. 105 Barbados Dr., Jupiter, Florida, 33458. 561/622–0036; www.abacoagolfclub.com. $100 for 18 holes.

Golf Club of Jupiter. Locally owned and operated since 1981, this Lamar Smith–designed golf club features a public championship golf course—the "Jupiter" course—with 18 holes of varying difficulty. It has a course rating of 69.9 and a slope rating of 117 on Bermuda grass. There's a full-time golf pro on staff and an on-site bar and restaurant. 1800 S. Central Blvd., Jupiter, Florida, 33458. 561/747–6262; www.golfclubofjupiter.com. $59 for 18 holes.

Jupiter Dunes Golf Club. Originally opened in the early 1970s and designed by the Fazio design group, this 18-hole short course is popular among Jupiter locals. Redesigned by Tom Pearson in 2005, the course—cast over 28 acres near the ocean—teems with beautiful waterfront views of the Jupiter estuary; in fact, water comes in to play on 11 of the 18 holes. Since there are no set tee times, families—or anyone who wants a quick yet challenging round—can enjoy an impromptu visit to the course. At its most expensive in peak season, it's $75 for two players with a cart. Rates go as low as $18 off-season. 401 N. Rte. A1A, Jupiter, Florida, 33477. 561/746–6654; www.jupiterdunesgolf.net. $28 for 18 holes.