The Lone Star state has a lot to offer including beaches along the Gulf of Mexico and great barbecue. It also has a lot to offer in the way of 9-hole courses that are great for beginner golfers. Here are five great courses to challenge yourself and learn on in the state of Texas. Executive Course at Valley International Country Club Great for beginners or those who just want to get in a short game, this Par 3 features larger 8-inch holes and a shorter, more compact layout. Challenges and learning opportunities can be found with features such as water ways...
Houston is one of those great places to play golf almost year-round! While there’s an eclectic group of people who are drawn here from energy to finance to even space folks, it’s a bustling place with tons to do. It’s no wonder so many people travel here for a quick getaway. And, it’s no wonder so many people look to rent golf clubs in Houston and get in some golf action on vacation! Walden on Lake Conroe Golf Course (936) 448-4668 Walden on Lake Conroe is one of those courses you’ll want to come back to time and again...
With nearly year-round sunshine and cool coastal breezes, Houston's golf courses are the perfect getaway to escape the hum-drum of everyday corporate life. 1. Golf Club of Houston Tournament Course The Tournament Course hosts the Shell Houston Open, where the world's top players vie for excellence on the Rees Jones/David Toms-designed course. The Tournament Course at Golf Club of Houston is one of only 11 public courses across the country that hosts a PGA TOUR event. website Phone: 281-833-8463 (281.TEE.TIME) Cost: $128 2. Cypresswood Golf Club Just north of downtown Houston only minutes away from Bush Intercontinental Airport, lies...
Texas is a lot of ground to cover! From the Gulf Beaches, to the Hill Country, to the rugged Bend National Park, through the panhandle, then eastward toward Dallas and onward to the pine forests dotted with lakes and filled with green expanses along the Louisiana border, Texas has diverse terrain, temperatures and cultures. We created a list of the top 15 courses based upon reviews by Golf.com, GolfDigest, Golf Advisor, DallasNews and TexasOutside using their rankings and averaging the scores. Here is the results of our tabulations: 1. Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa - Austin Located in the heart of tranquil...
