Nestled within the rolling hills and picturesque landscapes of the Texas Hill Country, golf enthusiasts will discover a golfer’s paradise unlike any other. From challenging courses designed by world-renowned architects to serene settings that immerse players in the region’s natural beauty, the Hill Country boasts an array of exceptional golfing experiences. Below we highlight some of the standout golf courses in the area.
Blanco:
Vaaler Creek Golf Club
Voted as the #1 Golf course in the Texas Hill Country by Golf Now, Vaaler Creek Golf Club is renowned for its immaculately manicured greens and tranquil atmosphere. Designed by golfing legend Michael Lowry, this championship course presents players of all skill levels with a variety of strategic challenges amidst breathtaking scenery.
Burnet:
Delaware Springs Golf Course
When you play Delaware Springs Golf Course, you will experience some of the best Hill Country golf there is. Whether you are wanting to improve your game, or just savor a day of Burnet golf, this 18-hole championship course is a great choice. The professionally designed golf course challenges you to decrease your score on their manicured fairways, various water hazards, and strategically placed sand traps.
Horseshoe Bay:
Ram Rock Golf Course
Famously known as “The Challenger” and recognized by publications and golf journals as being one of the world’s most outstanding golf courses and favorites among seasoned golfers. Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr., this respected championship course’s heritage includes hosting the Texas State Open, USGA qualifying events and other esteemed professional tournaments. Narrow fairways, dramatic elevation changes, 10 water hazards, and rugged natural rock outcroppings are some of the key features of a golf course.
Slick Rock Golf Course
Located along the shores of Lake LBJ and instantly recognizable by the “Million Dollar Hole” and 35ft waterfall, which is one of the most photographed holes in Texas. This Robert Trent Jones, Sr. designed course challenges players with more than 70 bunkers, 12 water hazards and a classic Texas Hill Country landscape.
Apple Rock Golf Course
A test for golfers of all skill levels, this course has sweeping views overlooking Horseshoe Bay and a back nine leading golfers along the shores of Lake LBJ, making it one of the most scenic championship courses in the state. Designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones, Sr., this course offers a challenge with dramatic water changes and water coming into play on seven holes.
Blue Lake Golf Club
Chosen as one of the “Top 25 nine-hole golf courses” by the Dallas Morning News, Blue Lake Golf Club is conveniently located in the southwest corner of Horseshoe Bay near the shore of Lake LBJ. This lakeside slice of heaven is a beautifully mature course with outstanding lake country views and abundant wildlife. The golf course offers a mix of holes on rolling, tight fairways, and challenging greens.
Fredericksburg:
Lady Bird Golf Course
Located within Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, and minutes from Main Street, Lady Bird Johnson Golf Course is the one spot you cannot afford to miss. Playing at just over 6,600 yards, “Lady Bird” will delight and challenge golfers of all skill levels with its meandering layout and manicured turf. While the front nine features significant elevation changes and the flowing Live Oak Creek, the back nine stuns with its panoramic vistas of the surrounding Hill Country.
Marble Falls:
Hidden Falls Golf Club
Perched on the shores of Lake LBJ, Hidden Falls Golf Club offers a one-of-a-kind golfing experience that combines lakeside vistas with challenging play. With its strategic bunkering and undulating fairways, this course provides golfers of all skill levels with an unforgettable round.
Spring Branch:
The Club at Rebecca Creek
The Club at Rebecca Creek is an 18-hole par 72 golf course. Designed by George Hoffman, it plays 6,820 yards from the tips. It is nestled in the beautiful Texas Hill Country with oak-lined fairways and gently rolling terrain. The Course provides golfers of all levels an enjoyable experience.
Wimberley:
Double J Ranch Golf Club
Located in the Texas Hill Country just South of Austin and North of San Marcos, the narrow, 6600-yard Bermuda grass-driven par 72 course at the crossroads of Wimberley and Woodcreek will be a challenging, yet exciting destination for golfers of all skill levels. Don’t let the yardage fool you, Double J Ranch GC will be one of the more challenging courses you will play.
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a casual player, the Texas Hill Country offers an abundance of world-class golf courses that are sure to delight and inspire. So, pack your clubs, hit the links, and discover why the Hill Country is truly one of the best places to golf in the Lone Star State.