Thorntree CC
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3.6
729 Reviews (729)
5 Stars
264
4 Stars
276
3 Stars
104
2 Stars
41
1 Stars
44
Conditions
3.6
Value
3.6
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
Pace
3.5
Amenities
3.4
75.1%
Recommend this course
599 out of 729 reviews
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Average Rating
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3.9
33 Reviews (33)
5 Stars
10
4 Stars
16
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.0
Value
3.9
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.2
StaffFriendliness
4.0
90.9%
Recommend this course
30 out of 33 reviews
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3.6
88 Reviews (88)
5 Stars
22
4 Stars
36
3 Stars
11
2 Stars
7
1 Stars
12
Conditions
3.5
Value
3.5
Layout
4.0
Pace
3.3
Amenities
3.3
StaffFriendliness
3.8
73.9%
Recommend this course
65 out of 88 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Private
Par 72
Length 7042 yards
Slope 144
Rating 74.9

Thorntree opened in 1984, and while it has changed ownership multiple times over the years,it remains one of the toughest courses in the DFW area. The course features six lakes and three spring-fed creeks that spice up the layout, as well as immaculate fairways and challenging bent-grass greens.

On the front, No. 5 stands out as one of the most difficult holes – a 400 yard-plus par 4 that runs through a chute of trees and doglegs right into a green sided by a pond.

The back is a bit more difficult, which you’ll realize quickly due to the 666-yard double dogleg No. 10. The next hole is only a 382- yard par 4, but the approach is dicey into the shallow green. No. 13 is another nice hole–only 338 yards with another challenging approach into a green that’s guarded by an old thorn tree.

Getting there : From I-35 south, take the Wintergreen Road exit and turn right. Drive 4 miles to the course, and the entrance is on the right side.

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Course Details

Year Built 1983
Fairways 419 Bermuda Grass
Greens Champions Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed Yes
Dress code Collared shirt required, Shorts must be a Bermuda length or a style specially designed for golf, denim, short shorts, cut-offs, running shorts, athletic or coaches shorts & sweats, tennis length skirts, T-shirts and tank tops are prohibited.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Lounge, Banquet Facilities

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards

Available Sports

Fitness, Tennis
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Reviews

3.6
729 Reviews (729)
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3.0
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First Time Playing

Tee Time 45 min late

They didn't have enough carts. We didn't tee off till 45 min past our tee time. Course was ok.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
First Time Playing

Worst Pace I’ve Ever Seen

The course layout is fun, course is not bad for the time of year and green are good. The pace though, by far the worst I’ve ever seen. Took 90 minutes to play the first 3 holes because of how backed up the front was or maybe because of the way the tee times are stacked. No Marshall on the course to manage any of it. Not a great way to start a round already staked up. 12:15 tee time that tee’d off at 1245. Was at the box at 12:10 waiting in a line and that didn’t really stop till hole 13 or 14. Played close to a 6 hour round which is a shame considering how fun the course is. Would recommend to a friend or go back if the pace was figured out

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Had a blast

I got a great deal on golf now and was really blown away by this course.

The bad:

- tee boxes were in terrible shape. Some places my tee wouldn’t even penetrate the ground.

- my short game😂

The good:

- this course is a blast. I can see how if maintained properly it cold be one of the best in dfw.

- greens were in amazing shape with the freezes and snow we had recently.

- my driving was on point! 🙌

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Cold round

Overbooked with bad golfers that line up every shot like they are on the tour. Took 6 hours to go through 18

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 33
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Cold weather
Used cart

Hidden Gem That Needs Some TLC

First time playing but it's a fun track. Layout is challenging but fair. It was a 5 hour round on a Sat AM so I would suggest playing at less hectic times. 80% or more of the sand traps were mud. You can tell this was at one time a great private course. With some TLC and $ it could be great again. Definitely worth the drive.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
3.0
First Time Playing

I had booked a tee time for myself and had checked in ahead of time. I wasn’t given any kind of information other than “key works for any cart.” A person that had booked for the same tee time flagged me down as I was driving away and told me that he was told that we had to share a cart because we had prepaid and if we wanted individual carts we had to pay. I had no issue paying for a cart, however, the booking had said “cart included,” which I assume if I book for myself, I’m getting a cart for myself. It should’ve also been mentioned to me when I checked in that there was a potential for this to occur. I’ve never played a course where this was expected

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
1.0
Hot weather
Used cart

What Happened To This Course?

Thorntree used to be an annual stop for Our golf group of 16+ players. Since 2022, this course has slowly declined. When I played it a year ago, it was absolutely in the worse shape possible. First clubhouse was desperate need of repair/upgrades. The carts weren’t in good condition. The course was a GOAT TRACK. Fairways were dry and hard. Some greens were barely playable. Bunkers were poor too. Unfortunately I didn’t take pictures. I wouldn’t play Thorntree even if was free. I’ll need proof that it’s back to the 2018-2021 condition before I play there again.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 492
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun course

It is challenging, but fun course. I remember saying this is a nice course several times. Greens are very nice and moves around alot.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a year
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful!

This is my first time playing at a Club. Most of my experience comes from ranges or mini golf. I did have some friends come with me who have a few years under their belt and they’ve really enjoyed it. I am definitely considering playing more often.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course needs work

Sand traps were horrible. Greens were in great shape. Overall, course is worth the play.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Nov. 2024 Beginner Player

Beautiful course with very well kept greens. The sand traps were fairly wet because of recent rain, and a few of them had rocks/grass in them. Overall it was a very nice course with some challenging terrain!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Dem Greens, Tho!

Greens were in spectacular shape. Holding even fairly low driven irons.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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