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Located in the Lost Pines area of Bastrop 30 minutes east of Austin, ColoVista Golf Club is a dramatic, immaculate course that’s consistently rated one of the best in Texas. Some actually question whether it is in Texas, given the unusual terrain that the course flows through.
The highlight of the course is the now-famous 191-yard No. 15, which is perched on a bluff overlooking the Colorado River and has been called the prettiest par 3 in Texas. From a cliffside tee, the hole drops over 120 feet down to a green surrounded by bunkers and swales. Because of the wind, the best play is a hard punch shot that at least has the chance to lessen the impact of the breeze.
The front nine is more of a links-style track that definitely contrasts with what you’ll see on the back. The opener is a tough, 468-yard par 4 that plays downhill.
The back nine, considered the better of the two, makes the most of the rugged terrain and extreme elevation changes. The view from the bluff is spectacular; giant pine trees line the fairways, and the 90-degree doglegs all add to the character of the nine.
After being closed for around two years, the course has had a comprehensive renovation that includes re-definition of tee areas and fairways; bunker restoration; re-grassing for improved playing surfaces; and new tee markers, signage and pin flags.
Getting there : From Austin, take Hwy. 71 east to McAllister Rd.. Turn right and follow the signs to the course, which is located 4 miles east of the river in Bastrop.
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Conditions2.4
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Value3.1
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Layout3.8
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Friendliness3.9
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Pace3.7
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Amenities2.6
Golfer Photos
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Par 3 downhill, fun Photo submitted by WtSpbi9ftJjylePjyFNA on 04/06/2026
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Signature hole Photo submitted by BlankGolfer on 02/25/2026
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Photo submitted by Ravi8Surya on 04/24/2023
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Photo submitted by j0shll0yd on 10/30/2022
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Photo submitted by j0shll0yd on 10/30/2022
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Photo submitted by j0shll0yd on 10/30/2022
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Hole 15 Photo submitted by damlew34 on 08/02/2020
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Photo submitted by Jtgill86 on 05/14/2020
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It was at this point our game completely fell apart. Photo submitted by GordonATX on 12/03/2019
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Fairway 'sand/dirt.' Photo submitted by GordonATX on 12/03/2019
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Photo submitted by ConnieBlack on 03/07/2019
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Photo submitted by tarekboone on 05/23/2014
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15th hole-par 3 Photo submitted by cklep1969 on 07/28/2013
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Overview of front 9 Photo submitted by cklep1969 on 07/28/2013
Golfer Reviews
ColoVista after rain
The course had over 3” of rain the evening before we played in the morning. This course does not drain well. Several bunkers were little ponds. The fairways did not drain well. The course lays out well and greens are smooth and fast. We will come back again in the summer
Greens nice. Tee to green, not so much.
We’ve played this course several times over the years. The front nine condition is one notch above terrible from tees until greens. The back nine appears to have gotten the most attention since new management took over a couple years ago. The greens are the most improved and show the obvious concentration of starting the maintenance on there as they are rolling true and fast. There is hardly a playable bunker on any hole of the course, fairways, especially on the front nine are almost nonexistent and hard as rocks. A lot of work still remains to get this neat layout back to a value of $35-45 green fees.
Great greens
Course needs a little help, maintenance wise. But you could see that they are trying. Greens were very good, quick with plenty of undulation.
Layout was good, with a lot of character. Unbelievably for this day, it was hot. Which , I guess, it better than the alternative.
Bad weather
We weren't able to play. Rained all day on the 27th of November.
Bad weather
We weren't able to play because it rained all day on the 27th of November. Because it was a hot deal I lost my money. So I am a little bit angry about that.
Not what it once was
The course.sits on a beautiful spot. The layout is really nice, but challenging. Unfortunately, the course was in bad shape. Very little maintenance… fairways were a mixture of weeds and grasses, some knee high. The sprinklers flood parts of the fairway and leave other areas bone dry. Bunkers were not playable. The good news, the price was nice, and we played a quick round ..
So disappointing!
I played this course about 5 years ago and loved it, but today I found the course in poor condition. The fairways were brown with mud in some spots and hard dry dirt in others. The greens were in bad condition as well. And to cap it all off it was 95° and humid and no water was present on the course. When I asked the pro shop if there would be water on the back nine , the answer was "we stopped doing water on the course with covid.". But in my opinion if you're open now there should be water on the course when it's 100° outside! Or at least have the decency to let players know before they leave for the first tee.
Overall not bad
I’ve played this course several times in the past. This is the first time I’ve been back since it re-opened. Overall it was better than I anticipated. The greens were in pretty good shape. The fairways were a little rough in spots. Pretty good value for $30.
Terrible conditions
Fairways are bad. Greens are bad. What cart paths there are are in bad shape. Won’t be playing there again. Left after 9 holes.
a fun course to practice on
I've played this course many times. Some great improvements made since pre-COVID. Fun holes and great scenery that relaxes me. This is a fun course to practice on as well.
This course needs a lot of help
Played this course for the first time to practice for a tournament in September and was extremely disappointed. Grass on some of the greens weren't even mowed. Most greens were okay but Fairways were horrible.
Hmmmm…
Have never played on your course but looking forward to it sometime soon
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