The Villages - Executive Golf Trail (Pelican)

The Villages - Executive Golf Trail (Pelican) is a 9-hole executive course in The Villages, Florida, where tee selection shapes the entire experience. Playing from the front tees yields a 1,171-yard layout, while the back tees extend the challenge to 1,777 yards. Accuracy matters more than distance here. Wetlands and water carries demand precise tee shots, and the course rewards golfers who manage their game rather than overpower it. The greens add another layer of difficulty, with subtle breaks that can pull putts well off their intended line. Pelican is among the more scenic courses on the Executive Golf Trail, with wildlife frequently visible throughout the round — worth a look beyond the scorecard.