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Bent
Tree Country Club, 5201 Westgrove, Dallas Private
The course's front nine is fairly wide open and its back nine is
narrow and tight. Water hazards come into play on fourteen holes.
This club hosted the LPGA and senior Tours in the 1980's, the Senior
Tour in the 1990's, and the Banc One Classic in 2000.
Bent
Tree: $260,000 to $1,000,000+
Bridlewood
Golf Course, 4000 W Windsor Dr., Flower Mound Public
18-hole
championship golf course designed by D.A. Weibring and Golf Resources,
Inc. 14-acre state-of-the-art practice facility. Summer junior golf
camps. Cato-Crenshaw Bent Grass greens and 419 Bermuda Grass fairways.
Full-service pro shop. 12,000 square-foot clubhouse. Extensive tournament,
banquet, and meeting facilities.
Bridlewood:
$350,000 to $3,000,000+
Brookhaven
Country Club, 3333 Golfing Green Dr., Farmers Branch Private
This club has three outstanding courses. The Master's Course is
more rigorous than the other two. The Presidents Course is great
for beginners and seniors because it is short. The fairways are
tight and tree lined. The Championship Course has narrow fairways.
Water hazards come into play on all three of these scenic courses.
Larry Nelson and Jeff Brauer redesigned the Master's Course in 1991.
Brookhaven Hills ... $150,000-220,000
Brookhaven Estates ... $170,000-800,000
Oakbrook Estates ... $190,000-285,000
Brookhollow Country Club, 8301 Harry Hines, Dallas Private
This old, traditional course is quite challenging. The greens are
small, and the narrow fairways are tree lined. The signature hole
is #6, a 404-yard, par 4, requiring a downhill approach shot from
off an elevated fairway. "Golf Digest" rated this as the
8th "Best in State" course for 1995-96, and 19th best
for 1997-98. Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw did some revisions during
1992 and 1993, taking the original ideas and drawings of Tillinghast
and remaining as faithful to those as possible.
Canyon
Creek, 625 Lookout Dr., Richardson Private
This course will provide a great test of your golfing skills. The
course was designed with all skill levels in mind. The signature
hole is #11, a 418-yard, par 4, requiring a tee shot up a fairway
that is guarded by trees on the right and a creek on the left, then
an approach shot over a pond to a well-bunkered green.
Canyon Creek Country Club: $130,000 to $300,000
Castle
Hills Golf Course, 699 Lady of the Lakes Blvd., Lewisville
Public
Built in 1999 and designed by Jay Morrish, this varied terrain,18
hole, Public course features many bunkers. Golfers will face open
fairways that feature Bermuda turf and putting greens that feature
Bentgrass turf. Weekday, non-discounted green fees are $65.00, and
Weekend fees are $85.00. Cart fees are included. Walking is not
allowed. Other amenities at the golf course include a driving range,
putting green, chipping area, and food and beverages are served
at this course.
Castle
Hills: $250,000 to $1,000,000+
Cedar
Crest Golf Course, 1800 Southerland Ave., Dallas Public
This traditional course has tree-lined fairways, but they do afford
generous landing areas. The greens are small and fast. This course
was the site of the 1927 PGA Championship Tournament. The terrain
is hilly, so you can expect many interesting lies in the fairways.
Four of the five par 3's measure over 200 yards from the blue tees.
The ladies' par is actually 75.
Chase
Oaks, 7201 Chase Oaks Blvd., Plano Public
This club has an outstanding regulation eighteen hole course and
a challenging nine hole regulation course. In 1994, the "Dallas
Morning News" rated the Blackjack Course (the18 hole layout)
first in the State of Texas for playability. Both courses are challenging
because they have narrow fairways and fast greens. Water hazards
in the form of lakes and creeks flow through both courses and come
into play several times.
Chase
Oaks: $175,000 to $500,000
Columbian
Country Club, 2525 Country Club Dr., Carrollton Private
This is a private course that is well maintained. The fairways are
tree lined and the greens are small and fast. There is water that
comes into play on fifteen holes. The most difficult hole is #11,
a 437-yard, par 4, which plays uphill and against the wind. Leon
Howard designed the back nine, which opened in 1960, and Joe Finger
redesigned six holes in 1971. A course redesign was completed in
2000.
Cottonwood
Valley Country Club, 4150 N MacArthur Blvd., Irving Private
This club, which was named to "GOLF Magazine's" 1998 list
of "Silver Medal Resorts," features two eighteen hole
regulation courses. This rolling TPC Course was built on a former
cattle ranch near Dallas. This course is anchored by a collection
of brawny par 4's, such as #3, which measures 490 yards. The course
is often made tougher by strong Texas gales. The PGA Tour's GTE
Byron Nelson Classic is held here every year. In order to play either
course, you must be a hotel guest or a club member. The Cottonwood
Valley Course is for members only and has houses lining its fairways.
The Byron Nelson Golf School shares the resort's driving range,
which offers 88,000-square feet of teeing area.
Cottonwood
Valley: $270,000 to $2,000,000+
Coyote
Ridge, 1680 Bandera Dr. Carrollton Public
Imagine playing through wind-swept hills dotted with picturesque
greens and the scenic beauty of Coyote Creek weaving through hundreds
of oaks, pecans and elms. Pair this with superb practice and clubhouse
facilities, and you truly have one of the most exciting and challenging
public courses in north Texas.
Coyote
Ridge: $300,000 to $450,000
Dallas
Athletic Club, 4111 La Prada, Dallas Private
This club features two championship eighteen hole courses. Jack
Nicklaus won the 1963 PGA Championship here, and later redesigned
both courses in 1985. The Blue Course still plays in a similar fashion
to its old self with tree-lined fairways and fast greens. The 6,293-yard
men's tee on the Blue Course also has a ladies' course rating of
75.3 and a slope of 131. Nicklaus added many new hazards for golfers
to overcome on the Gold Course. The 6,349-yard men's tee on the
Gold Course also has a ladies' course rating of 72.8 and a slope
of 124.
Fairway
Estates: $240,000 to $280,000
Dallas
Country Club, 4100 Beverly Dr., Dallas Private
This
exclusive club is only for the use of its members and their guests.
The course has many well-established trees lining the fairways that
can alter your shots. The fairways are narrow, and the greens are
well maintained. Ralph Plummer and Jay Morrish have done redesigns
on this course. Guests are not allowed to play the course unless
accompanied by a club member.
Highland
Park and University Park: $200,000 to $5,000,000+
Eastern
Hills Country Club, 3000 Country Club Rd., Garland Private
This fun course rewards good shots. The greens are very fast and
sloped. Water hazards (ponds) come into play on at least six different
occasions.
Toler
Estates: $175,000 to $225,000
Shores of Eastern Hills: $200,000 to $425,000
Club Creek: $220,000 to $550,000
Firewheel
Golf Park, 600 W Blackburn Rd., Garland Public
This facility has two outstanding eighteen hole courses. Both courses
can be challenging because they each incorporate a variety of hazards
into their designs. The Old Course is the traditional layout, and
was rated #1 by the "Dallas Morning News." Water hazards
come into play throughout the design, such as on hole #18, a 400-yard,
par 4, requiring a tee shot and an approach shot over the same creek,
which winds through the hole. The Lakes Course is a links-style
course that lives up to its name. There are also numerous water
hazards in the design, such as the pond that sits at the end of
hole #7, a 549-yard, par 5. Players must carry their approach shot
over the body of water to have any chance at a birdie.
Fairways
at Firewheel: $300,000 to $400,000
Firewheel Farms: $200,000 to $250,000
Hills at Firewheel: $270,000 to $350,000
Firewheel Estates: $250,000 to
Greens ... $250,000 to
Four
Seasons Resort, 4150 N MacArthur Blvd., Irving Resort
This club, which was named to "GOLF Magazine's" 1998 list
of "Silver Medal Resorts," features two eighteen hole
regulation courses. This rolling TPC Course was built on a former
cattle ranch near Dallas. This course is anchored by a collection
of brawny par 4's, such as #3, which measures 490 yards. The course
is often made tougher by strong Texas gales. The PGA Tour's GTE
Byron Nelson Classic is held here every year. In order to play either
course, you must be a hotel guest or a club member. The Cottonwood
Valley Course is for members only and has houses lining its fairways.
The Byron Nelson Golf School shares the resort's driving range,
which offers 88,000-square feet of teeing area.
Country
Club Oaks: $220,000 to $350,000
Fairway Vista: $280,000 to 850,000
The Enclave at Las Colinas: $725,000 to $1,000,000+
Windsor Ridge: $350,000 to $2,000,000
Gleneagles Country Club, 5401 W Park Blvd., Plano Private
The Club features two championship 18 hole golf courses (Kings &
Queens) designed by the team of Devlin and Von Hagge, eighteen lighted
tennis courts and state-of-the-art fitness facility. This club's
two courses share many similarities. The Queens Course is more difficult
because of the wind. The fairways on both courses are narrow and
bordered by water. The greens are medium-sized and fast. The terrain
is hilly and water comes into play several times.
Willow
Bend: $260,000 to $2,600,000
Fairways of Gleneagles: $310,000 to $660,000
Greens of Gleneagles: $375,000 to $650,000
Old Shephard Place: $200,000 to $650,000
Kingsborough: $525,000 to $700,000
Cliffs of Gleneagles: $500,000 to $1,300,000+
Estates of Gleneagles: $550,000 to $800,000
Hackberry
Creek Country Club, 1901 W Royal Ln., Irving Private
This course has large greens. Water hazards come into play on several
holes. This club allows reciprocal play with other CCA members.
Hackberry
Creek: $230,000 to 595,000
Hyatt
Bear Creek Golf Club, 3500 W Airfield Dr., Dallas Resort; Public
This facility has two regulation eighteen hole courses. These courses
hosted one of the PGA qualifiers in 1985, and the Texas State Open
in 1984. The East Course tends to be more open, but there are some
tree-lined fairways on both courses. The greens usually have good
speed. Many of the tees and greens are elevated. The East Course
has six holes with elevated greens, and the West Course has nine
elevated greens.
Meadows
at Bear Creek: $245,000 to $395,000
Indian Creek Golf Club, 1650 W Frankford Rd., Carrollton
Public
This facility has two outstanding eighteen hole courses. Both courses
are similar in design. The fairways are narrow and lined with Mesquite
trees, and the greens are medium in size and speed. The terrain
is flat and easy to walk. The Creek Course has several creeks that
come into play on many holes, and the Lakes Course has several lakes
that come into play on many of its holes. Of the two courses, the
Creek Course is considered the most difficult by the locals.
Indian
Springs: $150,000 to $260,000
Indian Creek Ranch: $160,000 to $180,000
Elmwood Trail: $250,000+
Greens of Greenway Park: $335,000 to $400,000
Keaton
Park Golf Course, 2323 N Jim Miller Rd., Dallas Public
This course was designed with the average golfer in mind. The tree-lined
fairways are plush, and the greens are medium in size and speed.
There are water hazards that come into play on fifteen holes. The
signature hole is #3, a 538-yard, par 5, which plays into the wind
and features a dogleg left fairway that is tree lined on the left
and offers a cluster of trees with a pond on the right. This hole
requires players to hook the second shot in order to approach the
small, elevated green.
Lake
Park Golf Course, 6 Lake Park Rd., Lewisville Public
This facility has an eighteen hole regulation course, lighted practice
facility, and a nine hole, lighted executive course. The Regulation
Course was redesigned in 1996 by PGA Tour Player Lanny Wadkins,
Jeffrey Brauer, and Richard Watson. A 4,000-square foot clubhouse,
pro shop and maintenance and cart barns were also constructed at
this time.
Lakewood
Country Club, 6430 Gaston Ave., Dallas Private
The design team of Crenshaw and Coore contributed their talents
to updating this course. This club hosted the Dallas Open in the
1960's. The signature hole is #7, a 205-yard, par 3, requiring a
tee shot from off an elevated tee box over a pond to a well-bunkered
green framed by oak trees.
Lakewood:
$150,000 to $1,250,000+
Las
Colinas Country Club, 4400 North O'Connor Road., Irving
Private
Built in 1964 and designed by Joe Finger, this Hilly,18 hole, Private
course features many trees,doglegs, and bunkers. Golfers will face
narrow fairways that feature Bermuda turf and putting greens that
feature Bentgrass. Cart fees are $16.00, and walking is allowed.
Fox
Glen: $255,000 to $1,000,000
L.
B. Houston Municipal Golf Course, 11223 Luna Rd., Dallas Public
This municipal course has water hazards coming into play on the
front nine, and many trees that can alter your shots on the back
nine. Dave Bennett redesigned this course in 1982.
Los
Rios Country Club, 1700 Country Club Dr., Plano Semi-Private
This exclusive club is proud of its many nice features, including
a large practice putting green and driving range. The course's greens
are well manicured, and the fairways are very plush. There is water
that comes into play on ten holes, including right off the bat on
hole #1, a 485-yard, par 5, which has two ponds situated in the
landing area and one in front of the green, which is also backed
by thick foliage. There is no water on the second hole, but the
next twelve have some sort of water in the design.
Los
Rios: $130,000 to $225,000
La Paz Estates: $115,000 to $120,000
Hidden Meadows: $130,000 to $145,000
Northwood
Club, 6524 Alpha Rd., Dallas Private
This private club had its course designed in the traditional manner
with many large trees lining the fairways and small greens. White
Oak Creek comes into play as a lateral hazard on many holes. The
1952 U.S. Open was held here, and the winner that year was Julius
Boros. The course was redesigned in 1990 by Jay Moorish and Tom
Weiskopf. Guests must be accompanied by a member to play this course.
Surrounding
area: $200,000 to $800,000
Oak
Cliff Country Club, 2200 W Red Bird Ln., Dallas Private
This club hosted the Senior PGA Tour's Dallas Reunion Pro-Am from
1994 until 1999. It also hosted the PGA Tour's Dallas Open (now
the GTE Byron Nelson Classic) between 1958-62 and 1964-67. In 1961,
Earl Stewart, Jr. shot 278 and became the only club professional
to win a PGA event. The course's terrain is rolling, and the greens
are small. There are water hazards that come into play on many holes,
and sand bunkers are scattered throughout the entire course. Players
will get a chance to test the accuracy of their short irons on hole
#3, a 176-yard, par 3, which plays over a stream to a well-bunkered
green. The best opportunity to let loose with the driver is on hole
#14, a 544-yard, par 5, which plays straightaway to a well-bunkered
green. The middle men's tees are also rated for ladies. The course
at Oak Cliff Country Club's greens, fairways, and tee boxes were
recently renovated, and the course reopened in October 2001.
Surrounding
area: $100,000 to $235,000
Oakridge Country Club, 2800 Diamond Oaks Dr., Garland Private
This target course can be quite demanding. The greens are smooth
and fast, and the fairways are plush. There is a creek that meanders
throughout the course and comes into play on a few holes, and ponds
come into play on three other holes.
Surrounding
area: $100,000 to $435,000
Pecan
Hollow Municipal Golf, 4501 E 14th St., Plano Public
The terrain on this course is fairly flat and easy to walk. The
fairways are wide open, and the greens are medium in size and speed.
Numerous trees and sand bunkers have been incorporated into the
course design, so shot accuracy is at a premium. In addition, water
hazards come into play on ten holes. A tee time lottery is held
every Thursday; only local residents are allowed to participate.
Plantation
Resort, 4701 Plantation Ln., Frisco Public
This course is fun because the speed of play is fast. There are
many out-of-bounds stakes lining the fairways. Also, there are water
spillways coming into play on many holes. The signature hole is
#9, a 388-yard, par 4, requiring a tee shot up a dogleg left fairway.
Plantation
Resort: $150,000 to $350,000
Preston
Trails Golf Club, 17201 Preston Trail Dr., Dallas Private
This club has greens that are well manicured, and the fairways are
plush. A standard cut of rough defines all the fairways, and the
wind is often a factor here. This exclusive men's club only allows
women to play on Valentine's Day. "Golf Digest" rated
this as the 5th "Best in State" course for 1995-96, and
the 13th best for 1997-98.
Cambridge
Place: $470,000 to $1,000,000+
Preston Downs: $350,000 to $360,000
Preston Trails: $300,000 to $3,000,000+
Shalimar
at Preston Trails: $340,000 to $460,000
Prestonwood
Country Club, 15909 Preston Rd., Dallas Private
This club offers two eighteen hole courses. Both courses have water
hazards coming into play on many of their holes, plus sand bunkers
scattered throughout their designs. There is a creek that flows
through both courses. The Creek Course is older and features more
water hazards than the Hills Course. In fact, water comes into play
on every hole of the Creek Course, 5 of which on the drive and approach
shots. The Creek Course is also much tighter than the Hills Course.
The Hills Course, with its wider fairways and larger greens, was
built twenty years after the Creek Course. The Hills Course is more
of a links-style design. Both courses offer full clubhouse facilities.
Hills at Prestonwood: $270,000 to $750,000
Hills of Indian Creek: $4200,000 to $80,000
Ridgeview
Ranch Golf Course, 2701 Ridgeview Dr., Plano Public
This course, which opened in October, 1996, features a challenging
layout of rolling hills and tree-lined fairways. All the greens
are accessible from the front, are large in size, fast and undulating,
while the fairways are average width, fairly flat and forgiving.
The signature hole is #7, a 161-yard, par 3, requiring a tee shot
over White Rock creek to a large, sloped green. Senior walking rates
are available before 8 AM and after 1 PM Monday through Friday
Ridgeview Ranch: $165,000 to $320,000
Fairways of Ridgeview: $255,000 to $280,000
Riverchase
Golf Course, 700 Riverchase Dr., Coppell Public
This course has undulating greens and plush fairways. Water hazards
come into play on some holes, and numerous trees scattered throughout
the course can affect your shots. The men's tee also has a ladies'
course rating of 75.7 and slope of 136.
Eagle Point Village: $190,000 to $310,000
Northlake Woodlands: $240,000 to $400,000
Fairways of Riverchase: $300,000 to $575,000
Riverchase Estates: $380,000-
Royal
Oaks Country Club, 7915 Greenville Ave., Dallas Private
This demanding course features well-manicured greens and plush,
narrow, tree-lined fairways. Water hazards come into play on a few
holes and a multitude of sand bunkers are strategically placed throughout
the design. British Open Champion Justin Leonard is a member at
this course.
Sherrill
Park Municipal Golf Courses (1 & 2), 2001 E Lookout Dr.,
Richardson Public
This facility has two great regulation courses to choose between.
Course One is a championship design with narrow fairways lined by
large trees. Course Two is shorter and features wide open fairways.
There are water hazards coming into play on many holes.
Springpark:
$160,000 to $390,000
Fairway Estates: $185,000 to $250,000
White Chapel: $200,000 to $385,000
Sherrill Park North: $220,000 to $280,000
Woodcreek ... $220,000 to $265,000
Sleepy
Hollow Golf & Country Club, 4747 S Loop 12, Dallas Semi-Private
This club has two outstanding eighteen hole courses. The Lake Course
is exclusive to members of the club. It features a shorter course
design with the average golfer in mind. The River Course plays longer
and features water hazards coming into play on fourteen holes. The
fairways afford generous landing areas, and the greens have average
to above average speed. Karl Litten redesigned both courses in 1981.
Stevens
Park Golf Course, 1005 N Montclair Ave., Dallas Public
This older course, near the downtown area, has fairways that are
narrow and tree lined, and the small greens are fast. In addition,
creeks and streams come into play several times. Arthur Davis redesigned
this course in 1983.
Stevens
Park: $215,000 to $750,000
Kessler
Park: $215,000 to $1,000,000
Stewart
Peninsula Golf Course, 100 Cottonwood Springs Circle, The Colony
Public
Built in 1998 and designed by Tripp Davis, this Hilly,9 hole, Course
features many trees,doglegs, and bunkers. Golfers will face open
fairways that feature Bermuda turf and putting greens that feature
Bentgrass turf. Weekday, non-discounted green fees are $17.00, and
Weekend fees are $27.00. Cart fees are $10.00, and walking is allowed.
Stewart
Peninsula: $180,000 to $350,000
Stonebriar
Country Club, 5050 Country Club Dr., Frisco Private
This demanding and long course will test your golfing abilities
with the severity of its undulating fairways and the lightning speed
of its greens. In addition, water hazards come into play on thirteen
holes. This club is the annual host for the LPGA Tour's Skins Game.
Guests must be accompanied by a club member in order to play this
course.
Heritage
Lakes $160,000 to $400,000
Lakes on Legacy: $330,000 to $800,000
Stonebriar: $250,000 to $3,000,000
Stonebridge
Ranch $100,000 to $1,000,000 +
Tenison Park Golf Course, 3501 Samuel Blvd., Dallas Public
Head professional: Doug Kerr; golf director: Bob Smith Tee times/reservation
policy: two days in advance; weekends: Thurs. in person 6:00 a.m.,
12 noon. by phone Greens fees: weekdays: $13.00, weekends: $16.00,
twilight: $8.50 Cart fees: $18.00 plus tax Grass type: fairways:
bermuda, greens: tiff and bermuda Pro shop: YES Driving range: NO
Lessons: YES
The Tribute Golf Club, 100 Boyd Rd., The Colony Resort
Located on the shores of Lake Lewisville, The Tribute Golf Club
is a Scottish links-style course, including wind-swept dunes, sea
washed grasses and challenging water hazards. Designed by architect
Tripp Davis, the course features four sets of tees on each hole
to challenge players of all skill levels.
The
Trails of Frisco, 10411 Teel Pkwy., Frisco Semi-Private
The Trails of Frisco Golf Club is the newest semi-private golf club
on The Texas Golf Trail. Featuring dramatic bunkering, scenic wetlands,
and large, undulating greens, the 6,800-yard, par 71 layout offers
a challenging, yet fair, test for players of all skill levels. The
club is a Nike Golf Learning Center.
Trails
of West Frisco: $165,000-340,000
Heather Ridge Estates: $265,000-375,000
Fairways of West Frisco: $335,000-460,000
Timarron
Golf and Country Club, 1400 Byron Nelson Pkwy., Southlake Semi-Private
This rolling course has mounded fairways, and the course design
winds back and forth over the Old Bear Creek. There are several
trees guarding the fairways, and the greens are large, undulating,
and fast. "Golf Digest" rated this as the 7th "Best
New Public Course" in America for 1995. The signature hole
is #18, a 540-yard, par 5, which is open on the left side from the
tee, then drops downhill over the creek to an island green that
has bunkers on the left and right. This hole normally plays into
a prevailing south wind.
Timarron:
$200,000 to $1,000,000+
Tour
18 Golf Course, 8718 Amen Corner, Flower Mound Public
This course is billed as "America's Greatest Eighteen Holes."
Included on this course are replica holes from sixteen top courses,
including three closing holes that duplicate "Amen Corner"
from Augusta National. Hole #1 is an exact replica of the same hole
at Cherry Hills, and the #9 hole is an exact replica of hole #17
at Sawgrass. Locals recommend that the first time you play this
course, don't think about scoring low, just enjoy the round. By
the third time you play the course you may be ready to play to your
handicap. The terrain is hilly and carts are mandatory. The fairways
are tree lined, and the greens range in different sizes.
Estates
at Tour 18: $450,000 to $2,000,000+
Twin
Creeks Golf Club, 501 Twin Creeks Dr., Allen Public
This course features open fairways and large, undulating greens.
Water hazards come into play on five holes. The signature hole is
#11, a 383-yard, par 4, featuring trees lining the left of the fairway
and an undulating green that is guarded by four large pecan trees.
"Golf Digest" rated this course as the 10th "Best
Public Course" in the state for 1996. This course will remain
a public course until it is purchased by the homeowners' association.
Beacon Hill: $170,000 to $285,000
Twin Creeks: $160,000 to $840,000
Twin Wells Golf Club, 2000 E Shady Grove Rd., Irving Public
This scenic course provides a great view of Downtown Dallas. The
fairways are very plush, and the greens are well manicured. Water
hazards (two ponds and a creek) come into play on eight holes. Friday
is included in the weekend green fee rate.
Surrounding
area: $100,000 to $130,000
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