Best Golf Courses in Texas

Texas is flooded with gorgeous green golf courses, from very basic, to the public, privately owned, and some pristine ones; you name it, and you have it! So, If you are looking to perfect your shorts, hammering drives, and swinging your putt, Texas is the place for you. So, embrace yourselves as you’ll be bowled over with the beauty of these beautiful green turfs.

1. Black Jack’s Crossing at Lajitas golf resort

   The spectacular golf course is designed parallel to the Rio Grande and has been operating since 2012. Lajitas has been the incredible West Texas tee time spot to get. West Texas has beautiful scenery you can enjoy as you play in front of a grand stage with Big Bend National Park from behind as a backdrop. You are most welcome to make the trek across Texas to reach there. However, you will soon understand that the best transportation is a private plane to reach the original oasis for regular players.

2. Palmer Course at La Cantera

   Known for its stunning terrain, this golf course derives its name from Good ole’ Arnie and features waterfalls for those who are cataractophiles. Conclude your day here at hotel Loma de Vida Spa with a rejuvenating sports massage.

3. The Rawls Course Texas Tech

   The South Plains has beautiful countryside and lush green grass courses in its heartland, which many admire. This was initially a plain field for growing cotton, which was converted into a course by Tom Doak when Texas Tech University commissioned him. This is a fantastic field for the Red Raiders for their rounds. And you would immediately recognize the beauty of the place if you’ve ever spent some time in Lubbock. You won’t find a better college course than this one in Texas.

4. Pine Funes ( Frankston)

   Jay & Carter Morrish’s masterpiece golf course is open for the public to play. Even the pickiest people love to visit this diamond in the rough facility. It’s less crowded lush green fairways are a sight to behold. This place is so pure, unadulterated, and not flashy at all, just like the game itself, which is supposed to be raw.

5. TPC Four Seasons at Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas ( Las Colinas)

   Not too far away from you is the mesmerizing lush green golf course of the Jay Morrish. It is just a few minutes away from downtown Dallas, and it’s lots of fun because it hides lots of surprises within itself. But, of course, it is open for the visitors of the resorts too. It is a certified Audubon cooperative sanctuary and the winner of the award of Environmental Leader in Golf. Its serenity will make you forget that the city commotion is not too far away from this place.

6. Fazio Canyons at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa (Austin)

   After an exorbitant expenditure of about $6 million, this facility looks in good shape to make it a prime golf-playing course. Its design and aesthetics are palpable, thanks to Tom Fazio’s mastermind for his contribution in making this green turf look the best.

7. Wolfdancer Golf Club ( (Lost Pines)

   The Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Spa Golf Course is located deep in the heart of Texas Hill Country, where avid golfers can soak in the greens with 19 holes and can lounge by the poolside with their family after golfing. What a wholesome experience, won’t that be? Get lost in the beauty of Cedar, Pecan, Elms, and Oak lined up in an array along the course leading to the banks of the river Colorado. This marvelous piece was designed by Arthur Hills/Steve Forrest and Associates.

8. TPC San Antonio Oaks Course

   This oak tree-lined fairways facility is home to the PGA Tour’s Valero Texas Open. You can access this facility by booking a stay at JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa. Choose a package that includes access to the golf course along with room booking.

9. Tournament Course, Golf Club of Houston

   Located in the suburbs of Houston, this Rees Jones and David Toms facility is awaiting you! Until 2007-2019, the course was home to the Houston Open. So, you might want to consider this place for teeing off with friends and family. It is a public golf course open for all. Water on the left, sand to the right, with 18 holes to play, this golf course has a lot to offer you.

10. Memorial Park Golf Course

    This municipality-owned facility was renovated in 2019, costing around $34, funded by the Astros Golf Foundation. Tom Doak, one of the best architects in the industry, revamped this place with his brilliant ideas. As a result, golf lovers can now play on new grass, new cart paths, and fewer bunkers.

11. Old American Golf Course at The Tribute

    Situated on the banks of Lake Lewisville, this stunning course was designed by the 12-time PGA winner Tripp Davis, inspired by Scottish links. This golf course provides a reasonably good grassy landscape and unforgivable bunkers, apt for those who love challenging turfs. Soo hooks a tee time here as it’s open for the public to play.