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3.0
340 Reviews (340)
5 Stars
47
4 Stars
118
3 Stars
65
2 Stars
43
1 Stars
67
Conditions
2.3
Value
3.7
Layout
3.8
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.5
Amenities
1.8
66.6%
Recommend this course
225 out of 340 reviews
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3.2
13 Reviews (13)
5 Stars
2
4 Stars
5
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
3
Conditions
2.5
Value
3.9
Layout
4.1
Pace
4.5
Amenities
1.7
StaffFriendliness
4.7
76.9%
Recommend this course
10 out of 13 reviews
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3.0
18 Reviews (18)
5 Stars
2
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
5
Conditions
2.3
Value
3.7
Layout
3.8
Pace
4.6
Amenities
1.6
StaffFriendliness
4.6
66.7%
Recommend this course
12 out of 18 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6529 yards
Slope 137
Rating 72.2

Formerly known as Green Deer Country Club and Highland Lakes Golf Course.

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Course Details

Year Built 1978
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens TifEagle
Golf Season Year round
Architect Dave Bennett (2007) Charles Howard (1978) Leon Howard (1978)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - 1/2 included in green fee
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Teaching Pro No
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Bar, Snacks, Restaurant, Beverage Carts

Reviews

3.0
340 Reviews (340)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
19th Hole Scenic Views 12
Drinks 8
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 55
Narrow Fairways 31
Bunkers 25
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 47
Locals 35
Advanced Golfers 22
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 42
Convenient to the City 13
In the 'Burbs 12

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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
First Time Playing

Brown greens

Sandy greens and unkept rough. A lot of deer and good views, but that’s about it. We were all disappointed.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
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Commented on 07/09/2020

Thank you for reviewing the course. Let us first start by apologizing for the poor experience you had during your visit. The current condition is by no means the standard we strive to achieve, and we are working towards getting things up to par. Thank you for playing Lake Travis Country Club. We hope to see you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
1.0
First Time Playing

Browns vs Greens

The best part of this course would be the scenery. No sand in the sand traps - tons of weeds though. The greens were non existent and I actually burned on every hole. But, I will say that it’s open fairways and you can play pretty fast.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Commented on 06/26/2020

Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We apologize for the poor experience you had with us. We are currently undergoing changes in ownership and are making plans for many improvements in 2020. We appreciate you giving us a shot and hope you consider returning once we start making those improvements. Thanks for playing Lake Travis Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 33
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

LOL

I have not played this course in awhile. This course is in horrible condition. There is not one blade of green grass on the greens. Putting is very difficult & increased your score The fairways are in need of a lawn mower. Time of play took a half hour longer due to looking for your ball in the deep fairway grass. Course is in need of water & Greenkeepers. It will be a long time before I play this course again.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 06/17/2020

Hello leoedralin. Thank you for taking the time to review the course and rate us. We are going to pass along your feedback to the staff so they can work to make changes. Thanks for visiting us!

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Worth the drive

Always have liked this course. A little rough on the upkeep, but that’s why it’s cheap. Beautiful views and very challenging layout.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
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Commented on 06/08/2020

Thank you for taking the time to review the course and rate us. We are going to pass along your feedback to the staff so they can work to make changes. Thanks for visiting us!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 06/10/2020

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are sorry to see that your overall experience was anything short of 5 stars, but we hope you'll give us another try in the near future.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Needs work

Nice people but the greens were dead and pure brown not green. Nice scenery and a good location but needs TLC.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Commented on 06/01/2020

Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We apologize for the poor experience you had with us. We are currently undergoing changes in ownership and are making plans for many improvements in 2020. We appreciate you giving us a shot and hope you consider returning once we start making those improvements. Thanks for playing Lake Travis Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

What a shame...

I have played this course once or twice a year for over a decade. It used to be one of my favorites. Unfortunately it is now in the worst condition of any course I have ever seen. Overgrown fairways are a pain due to loosing your balls. But the most surprising part is that the greens have been completely abandoned. They are now comprised of mostly dead grass, pebbles and dirt. Sand traps are terrible too. They are comprised of hard packed old sand and weeds.

I still do love the elevation changes and views from this course. Hopefully someone will buy it and start to maintain it once again...

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 07/22/2020

Thank you for reviewing the course. Let us first start by apologizing for the poor experience you had during your visit. The current condition is by no means the standard we strive to achieve, and we are working towards getting things up to par. Thank you for playing Lake Travis Country Club. We hope to see you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 05/26/2020

Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We see you rated the course 2-stars and are interested in learning what we can do to improve for your next visit. We take customer feedback very serious at our course. Please reach out to our team in the golf shop and tell us what's on your mind. Thank you for playing Lake Travis Country Club.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 05/26/2020

Hello, thanks for the review. We see you rated the course 1-star. We take single star feedback very seriously at our course. We always appreciate the feedback. Please reach out to our team in the golf shop. Thank you for playing Lake Travis Country Club.

Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Course is rough, but worth the money

Very scenic course, don’t expect any amenities, they just reopened after being closed for a couple years. They’re doing their best to keep it in decent shape. Low price makes it worthwhile.

Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 04/28/2020

Thank you for visiting us at Lake Travis Country Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Disappointed

I don’t want to kick them while they’re down but I’ve never played a course that needed more TLC. The course has potential, a nice layout and views. Greens have little or no grass, grass/weeds are overgrown around greens and the fringe on sides of fairways. Course needs watering, fertilizer, and mowing.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 04/28/2020

Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We apologize for the poor experience you had with us. We are currently undergoing changes in ownership and are making plans for many improvements in 2020. We appreciate you giving us a shot and hope you consider returning once we start making those improvements. Thanks for playing Lake Travis Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing

Rough conditions but inexpensive to play

The course is in rough condition. The owner said he had been closed for past 3 weeks due to covid 19. No sand in traps, greens brown, bumpy, and sandy. The good thing was I played 18 and did not see another golfer lol. Irons off of most tees due to the layout of the holes. Hopefully the owners put money into improvements. This course would be good with some TLC. I would give it another chance in the future.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 04/22/2020

Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We apologize for the poor experience you had with us. We are currently undergoing changes in ownership and are making plans for many improvements in 2020. We appreciate you giving us a shot and hope you consider returning once we start making those improvements. Thanks for playing Lake Travis Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Needs some major TLC

No one on course, so that was great. But tee to green, the course is in bad shape. I guess the money ran out from the investors. I really like the layout as you need to shape shots off the tee left to right and right to left or simply straight. Also had some very picturesque holes. This course would be fantastic with good conditions. But, I guess that's also why it's only $20 with cart. Note that there is no access to food or drink at the course. The Grille restaurant opens at 11, but only water or sodas can be put in a to-go cup. We actually had a beer at the turn but needed to finish before we left for the back nine.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 03/23/2020

Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We apologize for the poor experience you had with us. We are currently undergoing changes in ownership and are making plans for many improvements in 2020. We appreciate you giving us a shot and hope you consider returning once we start making those improvements. Thanks for playing Lake Travis Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Back again

We played here 2 months ago and I reviewed the course then.
Rains and concerted upkeep have improved the conditions.
We love the layout and views. No range. Practice green poor. Tee boxes and fairways are greening up nicely. Number 1 green is still poor. The rest are looking better. We decided on a two- putt within 25’ rule. We’re usually grip it and rip it golfers; learning course management.
Yes, you need to take your own water and munchies. For the price it’s hard to beat really. We’ve decided to move this course UP in our rotation of where to play.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 03/16/2020

Thank you for visiting us at Lake Travis Country Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Beautiful Travis Lake Golf Course

Beautiful Lake Travis view. Owner is very friendly and hard working to make course perfect. Highly recommend to all golfers. ..

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 03/06/2020

Thank you for visiting us at Lake Travis Country Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played

Even the GolfNow price was too high

Do not, DO NOT, waste your money on the drive out here. The course is in terrible condition. The sad part is the routing is interesting and has a lot of great views. What a shame there is absolutely no maintenance going on here.
I played the course last summer it was marginal then. It has gotten worse.
If you don't care about good tees, fairways, greens, bunkers, or rough, give it a go. Otherwise, avoid Lake Travis CC at all costs.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 03/19/2020

Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We apologize for the poor experience you had with us. We are currently undergoing changes in ownership and are making plans for many improvements in 2020. We appreciate you giving us a shot and hope you consider returning once we start making those improvements. Thanks for playing Lake Travis Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Diamond in the ruff

Great course layout and cannot beat the cost! If you want a awesome course to practice on this is it! I will say it is not the most up kept course at all. Sand traps have zero sand and greens need a lot of work. But for average golfer it’s perfect.

Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 01/24/2020

Thank you for visiting us at Lake Travis Country Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Don’t Go!

They shoulda paid me to play! Course in terrible condition and not maintained at all. No water out and trash cans full w trash everywhere.
Greens were horrid. Go to Lago Vista golf course instead If you’re playing in Lago.
GolfNow should not help promote this course.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 01/24/2020

Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We apologize for the poor experience you had with us. We are currently undergoing changes in ownership and are making plans for many improvements in 2020. We appreciate you giving us a shot and hope you consider returning once we start making those improvements. Thanks for playing Lake Travis Golf Course!

Played On
Reviews 6
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Commented on 01/16/2020

Thank you for visiting us at Lake Travis Country Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Cow Pastures

Pretty rough. The fairways weren’t really fairways and the greens were about as bad as I’ve ever seen on any golf course. Basically when you putt it’s 80% luck of the “bounce” and 20% skill. The back nine was in considerably better condition than the front but that’s still not saying much. Spoke with a member out there and he said they just changed owners and it’s just gone down hill since. Knew it wasn’t going to be great, just not that bad. It was worth every penny...that being said I only paid $13 bucks.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 01/15/2020

Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We apologize for the poor experience you had with us. We are currently undergoing changes in ownership and are making plans for many improvements in 2020. We appreciate you giving us a shot and hope you consider returning once we start making those improvements. Thanks for playing Lake Travis Golf Course!

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