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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
Course conditions/value
The course conditions are deplorable . $50 green fee should be embarrassing (any fee actually) given the conditions of the greens and fairways
Worst course in central texas
They have lost it. No grass in the fairways. 1 playable green on the whole course. Awful. Not worth $15 and a free cart
Horrible conditions
Horrible conditions. Half the greens were sand or mud and most of the fairways are filled with patches of hard clay.
Bad Shape
Freeze hurt the greens. Fairways and greens were not in good shape. For the price, i wont play this course again.
Terrible Condition
Absolutely the worst conditioned golf course in Central Texas! Nothing but weeds and hard dirt. Golf cart speeds are pathetic, I can walk faster. The fact that they charge $40-$50 a round is a joke! The conditions of ColoVista Golf Club is barely worth paying $15-$20 a round.
Colovista
I’ve played this course for years and worst it’s ever been. Fairways and cart paths are brutal. Bumpy, lots of hard pan, little grass. Greens although they look terrible and diseased in many spots roll good but visually look horrible. I will always love the layout here....just hard to see the course go from GPS in carts, best greens around, etc to what it has become today
very poor condition
The fairways and greens on the front 9 are in terrible condition. Dirt and sand everywhere. Bunkers full of water or mud. Back 9 is somewhat better. The greens on back 9 at least have grass.
Worst golf course in Austin
This course should not be open to the public for play with the condition it is in. I walked off after 9 holes. There was no grass on any green. They are stealing money from the public and don’t even mention every single green and fairway on the course is burnt out.
Awesome views
I enjoy playing Colo Vista. The course is fun, and challenging.
Fast ,smooth greens
The course is challenging and awesome greens. The fairways need some work but overall I’ll come back for sure.
Worst course I’ve even been on
Booked a Tuesday round and got worried when I read the reviews. Let me be very clear this course is absolutely in terrible conditions. First tee box was a complete mud pit. Then you get into the fairways that have dead patches and it looks like it hasn’t been watered in years. Greens are absolute concrete, went Into the clubhouse to ask for a refund and the attendant proceeded to challenge me to play him in golf for asking for a refund. Do not waste your time or money. This course shouldn’t even be on here
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