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Conditions
4.0
Value
3.2
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.2
Pace
3.4
Amenities
3.5
69.5%
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763 out of 921 reviews
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4.3
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Conditions
4.2
Value
3.8
Layout
4.8
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.8
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3.9
23 Reviews (23)
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4.0
Value
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Layout
4.5
Pace
3.5
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StaffFriendliness
4.2
65.2%
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15 out of 23 reviews
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Course Highlights
Avery Ranch consistently delivers well-maintained conditions and a challenging layout that keeps golfers returning round after round. Friendly staff and scenic views from the tee boxes add to the rewarding experience.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 7121 yards
Slope 138
Rating 74.7

Avery Ranch Golf Club is a part of the Avery Ranch residential community, 20 minutes northwest of town, that was carved and blasted out of the rocky ranchlands along Brushy Creek. This historically significant area was once home to Indians and robbers, who were drawn to this beautiful setting thick with dense oaks, meandering creeks and abundant wildlife.

The golf course was designed by former Jack Nicklaus designer Andy Raugust, who literally had to use dynamite to blast rock out of the landscape for five holes. His design features two potential signature holes on each nine.

No. 7 doglegs left, and features two scenic carries -- one off the tee and another on the approach. The hole is rather short, providing the chance to be in good position for this most spectacular approach shot on the golf course. Staring at the multi-level green, you’ll notice the huge rock wall fronting the green, the large bunker to the right, and the native cacti to the rear.

Avery Ranch Golf Club's 13th is sure to be considered one of the best par 3s in the Austin area. The 161-yard par 3 features water on the right side, impressive, towering oaks in the back, and a unique ridge of rocks to the right of the green. The reasonable distance makes it a fun challenge, and the hole features a bail out area in case of a miss

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Course Details

Year Built 2002
Fairways 419 Bermuda Grass
Greens Tif Eagle Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Andy Raugust (2002)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "Avery Ranch Golf Academy"
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Conference Facilities, Banquet Facilities

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Most Improved U.S. Golf Courses (2024 #23)
  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Texas (2014 #15)
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Reviews

3.8
921 Reviews (921)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 29
Patio Dining 19
19th Hole Scenic Views 18
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 43
Water Hazards 32
Elevation Changes 31
This course/club is great for:
Locals 37
Advanced Golfers 34
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 29
This Course's Location is:
In the 'Burbs 32
Convenient to the City 30
Worth the Drive 27

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Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Course is in great shape

The recent rains have really helped the course. It is in the best condition that I have ever seen. Greens are smooth and consistent, fairways are in great shape, only the back tee box on 18 needs some work.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Avery Ranch

Definitely my favorite public course in Austin. Greens and fairways are great. Pace of play was pretty bad last couple times but that seems to be a problem everywhere. Pro shop guy never says more than one word to me but the girls at the bar make up for it. Awesome view from bar and course. A little pricey but you can get a good deal if you don't mind playing later in the day. ☆☆☆☆☆ Must play!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

One of the best public courses in Austin

Avery Ranch is definitely one of the top public golf courses in the Austin area. Dont expect a 5 star, country club type course with amazing greens, but for being a public course, it is very good.

Very scenic course with fun, challenging shots. Hill Country course with lots of slop and elevation changes. Must land your drive in the fairway, or else you will be chipping out to hit your approach shot on the green.

Overall a very good course, that I highly recommend.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great value

Even in wet conditions, course was well above average. After the recent flooding they will likely have to redo bunkers but that's mother nature, not the course

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Awesome course

It was a great course and great value for a hot sale. Greens and fairways were just about perfect. The layout was very challenging and fun.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Great Course

Overall great course! I saw a deer on pretty much every hole. Fun time and the course was in great shape.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great golf experience

This is and outstanding golf course with lots of different shots needed. Some water and trouble but generally not in play. Local knowledge is very important here as there are lots of tricks and surprises. The 5th hole is one of my ATF's in ATX

The deer and wildlife are a pleasant distraction.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Best course in Austin

Course is in great condition it was very windy but made the course that much better

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Pace of play needs improvement

Booked my tee time through GolfNow like I normally do for any course. The rate was decent enough at $49 which seems to be average at this time of year. To kick start the round, it's disappointing to hit the cities oldest range balls. I remember playing this course last year and was struck by the cost and condition of their range balls. Many of then barely have dimples in them from over use. Guys, replenish your range. $4 for 25 terrible range balls is a bit steep in my opinion. Course conditions are pretty good. Fairways are better than average and the greens were in good shape as well. Pace of play was awful. When you book your tee time, it would be great to know that there's not 1, but 2 separate tourneys going on that day. We had a 6 some in front of us at one point that wasn't a tourney group. Very disappointing to say the least. Near the end of our round tons of high schoolers start showing up to pretty much take over the course. Nothing against these kids getting out to practice, but keep in mind this will slow down play exponentially if the groups are as large as we saw yesterday.

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Good quality greens

The greens were very good. True and good speed.
Pace of play was very good.

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 24
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Top End

Layout, length, challenge, course conditions, views--Avery Ranch has it all. Most of the par 3s are a little longer than they need to be for the average golfer, but oh well. And this is a minor annoyance, but I didn't notice ANY ball washers along the way.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Avery Ranch

Awesome course. Play on it for the first time. Totally worth the $59

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

great shape Avery

fantastic condition, fairways are asgood as I have ever seen on public course.

the greens are very slick yet very true and smooth. $3 beers on the course is a bit pricey with no bargain for six pack or volume purchases.

if I had to complain about something, it would be you that a few of the holes have cart path only. And I am a bit disabled and makes The Long Walk a bit difficult, but if you hit it in the middle of their way that wouldn't be a word

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 0-4
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather

Alway a pleasant surprise

I probably get out to Avery Ranch once a year. Each time I'm reminded....what an enjoyable test. Just the right amount of: room in the driving areas, undulation on the greens, challenge/difficulty in general. If I had to nitpick...the traps could use a little "sprucing up".

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Avery Ranch

Course in in great shape. We would definitely come back again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great layout just enough water good mix of right and left doglegs a challenge for all handicaps

Love to play this couse. Having said that the pace of play by the members is a huge negative for me , they don't allow anyone to play thru and think they are the only ones on the course . If you can get a early tee time you can get out ahead of them and will enjoy your round.
Again great course and you will love to play it

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great hill country course

Great course - if you like a up & down course with fast greens, you will love this course. Great value

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 76
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Texas Advisor
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Nice but unfriendly

If it had not been for the starter we would rate the course unfriendly. We were told of $1 draft at the 19th hole, only to find it closed well before dark...
Layout was fun but greens were a little slow.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Really accommodating staff

Got lost on the way. Staff was accommodating and slotted us in. Got a warning from course Marshall about bad weather approaching. He was spot in the money. People were very nice and accommodating. Course was in good shape and will only improve now that Spring is here.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

All around greatness

My first day back from winter was amazing!! Course was nice, grass a little dry but was to be expected so early in season! Greens were rolling really consistent! Staff was excellent on a sort of slow morning!! Had an overall great experience!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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