⛳️ The Best Golf Courses in Texas: Top 10 Picks + Austin & Hill Country Highlights
Wondering where the best golf courses in Texas are? Whether you're relocating, looking for golf course real estate, or just planning your next round, the Texas Golf Association’s Top 50 Golf Courses list is a great place to start.
I’m Nicole Cooper, a former collegiate golfer at the University of Texas and a local real estate expert. I specialize in helping clients find their perfect home near the fairway. So today, I’m breaking down the Top 10 golf courses in Texas, with a spotlight on the top 5 located in Austin and 5 more stunners in the Hill Country.
🏌️♀️ Top 10 Golf Courses in Texas (According to the Texas Golf Association)
Whispering Pines – Trinity, TX
Dallas National Golf Club – Dallas
Bluejack National – Montgomery (Designed by Tiger Woods)
Austin Golf Club – Spicewood
Brook Hollow Golf Club – Dallas
Trinity Forest Golf Club – Dallas
Wolf Point Ranch – Port Lavaca
Colonial Country Club – Fort Worth
Preston Trail Golf Club – Dallas
Spanish Oaks Golf Club – Austin
🎯 The 5 Best Golf Courses in Austin
1. Spanish Oaks Golf Club (Rank #10) – Bee Cave
Designed by Bobby Weed (Pete Dye protégé)
Nestled in the Hill Country with natural creeks and ravines
Audubon-certified course with luxury homes nearby
Ultra-exclusive and beautifully preserved
2. Austin Country Club (Rank #14) – West Austin
Pete Dye design, home of the former Dell Match Play
Split layout: half on the water, half in the hills
Founded in 1899, moved to current location in 1984
Waiting list? A mile long.
3. Barton Creek – Fazio Canyons (Rank #24) – West Austin
Elevated terrain, creeks, and deep canyons
Premier resort golf experience
Gorgeous practice facility and high-end homes nearby
4. Barton Creek – Fazio Foothills (Also ranked)
Sister course to the Canyons
Stunning elevation, mature trees, and luxury living
5. University of Texas Golf Club (UT Club) (Rank #41) – Steiner Ranch
Home course for UT Men’s and Women’s teams
State-of-the-art practice facilities and burnt orange golf carts
Homes surrounding the course with stunning Lake Travis views
🌄 5 More Incredible Courses in the Austin Hill Country
1. Austin Golf Club – Spicewood (#4 overall)
No homes, no phones—just pure golf
Ben Crenshaw is deeply involved
Ultra-private and serene, with tree-lined fairways and a back-to-basics vibe
2. Boot Ranch – Fredericksburg (#11)
Rolling terrain, creeks, and a charming clubhouse
Family-friendly with fishing, snacks, and Hill Country beauty
Gated golf community with estate-style homes
3. Escondido Golf & Lake Club – Horseshoe Bay (#12)
Lakeside luxury with deer grazing the fairways
Exceptional water features and a true Hill Country course
4. Summit Rock Golf Course – Horseshoe Bay (#21)
Jack Nicklaus Signature Design
Panoramic lake views, lavender-lined fairways, and plenty of challenge
5. Ram Rock Course (Horseshoe Bay Resort) – Horseshoe Bay (#50)
Nicknamed the “Challenger” for good reason
Long holes, tough carries, and Robert Trent Jones Sr. pedigree
Resort homes, lakeside properties, and top-tier amenities nearby
🏘️ Living Near Texas’ Top Golf Courses
Whether you want fairway views, resort-style amenities, or a weekend escape, there’s a golf course community for you in Central Texas:
Spanish Oaks & Austin Country Club: Prestige + luxury estates
Barton Creek: Resort-style golf with Hill Country charm
UT Golf Club in Steiner Ranch: Family-friendly + university buzz
Boot Ranch & Escondido: Hill Country luxury living
Horseshoe Bay: Lakeside fun with multiple championship courses
📍 Top Golf Course Locations by Region
Houston Metro – 15 courses
Dallas-Fort Worth – 14 courses
Austin Metro + Hill Country – 10 courses
San Antonio – 4 courses
Other regions (Coastal, Panhandle, etc.) – 7 courses
💬 Final Thoughts: Where Should You Tee Off?
If you're serious about golf and dreaming of a home that lets you walk out to the fairway, Austin and the Hill Country are packed with top-tier options—from ultra-private retreats to full-service resort courses.
🏌️♂️ Ready to Play a Round or Schedule a Tour?
Whether you’re looking for a golf home, planning a relocation, or just want a day-trip itinerary to Texas’ best fairways, I’ve got you covered.
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