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3.3
991 Reviews (991)
5 Stars
129
4 Stars
279
3 Stars
234
2 Stars
156
1 Stars
193
Conditions
2.8
Value
3.6
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.7
71.4%
Recommend this course
571 out of 991 reviews
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3.2
14 Reviews (14)
5 Stars
4
4 Stars
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4
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1
1 Stars
3
Conditions
2.6
Value
3.4
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.4
64.3%
Recommend this course
9 out of 14 reviews
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3.5
66 Reviews (66)
5 Stars
14
4 Stars
20
3 Stars
20
2 Stars
8
1 Stars
4
Conditions
2.9
Value
3.8
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.5
77.3%
Recommend this course
51 out of 66 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6579 yards
Slope 134
Rating 72.6

The Lago Vista Course is Lago Vista resort’s original track, designed by Leon Howard in the late 1960s and renovated by Dave Bennett in 1992. The golf course has four water holes, more than 40 bunkers, and dramatic elevation changes of up to 100 feet. Lago Vista is known for its demanding par 3s, which all go right at 200 yards. No. 10 is fun because it can be reached in two: a 495-yard par 5 with a creek that looms right.

Getting to Lago Vista: From Austin, take Hwy. 183 north to FM 1431, then turn west 11 miles. When you come to Lohmas Ford Rd. turn left and drive 3 miles, then turn right on Boggy Ford R. Veer to the right and follow the signs to the golf course.

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Course Details

Year Built 1971
Greens Bermuda grass
Golf Season Year round

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

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

Food & Beverage

Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards
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3.3
991 Reviews (991)

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Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Putting Surface

This course has potential but the greens need major improvements. The course layout is nice, the fairways are in reasonably good condition, some tee boxes need work but nothing like the putting surface on 5-6 greens. There were several greens which required moving your ball to avoid putting over mud or uneven dried dirt. It's a shame because the bare spots can ruin the golfing experience for some. I hope they can made the necessary improvements but I can't be very optimistic because I've read other reviews regarding the same issue that were made several years ago.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Response from on 06/28/2018:
Hello, we're happy you enjoyed our nice course layout and a great value. Thank you for playing Lago Vista Golf Course! #LagoVistaGC
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Response from on 06/19/2018:
Hello, we're glad you enjoyed our friendly staff and a good value. Thank you for playing Lago Vista Golf Course!
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Fun course

We love playing this course, very challenging. it was very hot , fairways nice but yellow due to lack of water, but there has not been much rain. the greens were terrible divits and chunks out all over, i counted two out of 18 greens that were in decent condition.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 06/15/2018:
Hello, we're sorry course conditions were not up to par. We appreciate your feedback and we are working on making improvements. We're happy you enjoyed our challenging and fun course layout. Thank you for playing Lago Vista Golf Course.
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Response from on 06/13/2018:
Hello, we're glad you enjoyed a quick pace of play and our friendly staff. Thank you for playing Lago Vista Golf Course!
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather

Bad shape

The course was in decent shape. The greens however were terrible. Too many bald spots

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 05/16/2018:
Hello, we're sorry course conditions were not up to par. We appreciate your feedback and we are working on making improvements. We're glad you enjoyed our friendly staff and nice course layout. Thank you for playing Lago Vista Golf Course!
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Coarse conditions fair

Fairways are in good shape. Greens are very poor. Lots of bare areas on many of the greens makes putting very inconsistent. The greens are starting to improve over the last time we played in January when they were all just sand. Miss the grill as they closed it down in December. Not worth paying full price but okay if you are getting a hot deal. Great views of the hill country and the lake.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Response from on 05/21/2018:
Hello, we're happy you enjoyed a quick pace of play and our nice course layout. Thank you for playing Lago Vista Golf Course!
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Response from on 05/15/2018:
Hello, we're sorry course conditions weren't up to par. We appreciate your feedback and we are working on making improvements. We're glad you enjoyed our nice course layout and a quick pace of play. Thank you for playing Lago Vista Golf Course!
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Terrible course maintenance

I have played this course a few times, but this was BY FAR the worst shape I have ever seen it in. In fact, I don't think I have ever seen another course in as bad shape as this course. The greens were horrific.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Response from on 05/08/2018:
Hello, we apologize you didn't fully enjoy your round. Our goal at Lago Vista Golf Course is for every player to enjoy their experience. Thank you for playing, we hope you give us another chance in the future.
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 05/07/2018:
Hello, we're sorry you didn't fully enjoy your round. Our goal at Lago Vista Golf Course is for every player to enjoy their experience. Thank you for playing, we hope you give us another chance in the future.
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Well worth it

Great golf course, I have played it many times over the years. The course is beautiful, and challenging. Views of Lake Travis and countless deer are just some of the perks.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 05/03/2018:
Hello, we're glad you enjoyed our challenging course layout and great views. Thank you for playing Lago Vista Golf Course! #LagoVistaGC
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Closed wrong course!

I think this was the worst shape of any course I have ever played. There were no playable greens, None!

Response from on 05/03/2018:
Hello, we're sorry you didn't fully enjoy your round. Our goal at Lago Vista Golf Course is for every player to enjoy their experience. Thank you for playing, we hope you give us another chance in the future.
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played

Bad Greens

I’ve played here a lot over the years and like the layout. Played last Sunday and they had THE WORST GREENS EVER!!!!! Spend your money somewhere else. Bare patches, ruts, sand, very little grass.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Response from on 05/03/2018:
Hello, we apologize you didn't fully enjoy your round. Our goal at Lago Vista Golf Course is for every player to enjoy their experience. Thank you for playing, we hope you give us another chance in the future.
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Please fix the course and staff courtesy

Backstory: Played 1/2 an 18 hole round earlier and got a rain check.

Came back to use the rain check and asked to start on 10. Nope - told there might be groups catching me. Ha Ha Ha - there was 1 of me, no groups are going to catch me. Note that I already played 1-9 on my first half of the rain check.

Told that I should be paying for my wife to ride in the cart. Already did that on the round I paid for.

Went out to the course and though the fairways are pretty good the greens are unplayable. It's hard to believe that you dare to charge $30 for this, it's barely worth $10.

City of Lago Vista - you already screwed the community by closing one golf course - you said you would focus on LVGC. You have done that at all - it's a joke. Until you fix those greens my money is going elsewhere.

Note: I started on 1 and finished in 1hr 45min. Like I said, nobody is going to catch me.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Lago Vista Golf Outing

I have played this course for over 30 years. The course is a 4 star layout with 1 star conditioning and off course facilities. Really a shame to see this place with so much potential be run down in its present condition.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 05/03/2018:
Hello, we're sorry course conditions were not up to par. We appreciate your feedback and we are working on making improvements. Thank you for playing Lago Vista Golf Course, we hope you give us another shot in the future.
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Golf

Greens need maintenance tremendously. Fairways are great. Range could be better. Views are great.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 04/30/2018:
Hello, we're glad you enjoyed our great views and friendly staff. Thank you for playing Lago Vista Golf Course.
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Lago Vista

Greens in poor condition. left at end of 12 holes because of the pace of play.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Response from on 04/30/2018:
Hello, we're sorry course conditions were not up to par. We appreciate your feedback and we are working on making improvements. Thank you for playing Lago Vista Golf Course, we hope you give us another chance in the future.
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Response from on 04/25/2018:
Hello, we're sorry you didn't fully enjoy your round. Our goal at Lago Vista Golf Course is for every player to enjoy their experience. Thank you for playing, we hope you give us another chance in the future.
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Greens under repair

All of the greens were in terrible condition. We probably will not go back. And for sure will not pay $30 for a round.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 04/24/2018:
Hello, we're sorry course conditions were not up to par. We appreciate your feedback and we are working on making improvements. Thank you for playing Lago Vista Golf Course, we hope you give us another chance in the future.
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

That was the worst I’ve seen that course . Greens were horrible. I think they are going out of business just like highland lakes

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Response from on 04/20/2018:
Hello, we're sorry you didn't fully enjoy your round. Our goal at Lago Vista Golf Course is for every golfer to enjoy their experience. Thank you for playing, we hope you give us another chance in the future.
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Greens dismal

I've played this course eight to 10 times in the 20 years I've lived here. I used to really enjoy playing here, but It's been almost a year since the last time I played here. At that time they had just aerated the greens and the putting was bumpy, sandy, and ugly. Yesterday, without any signs of the aeration holes, the green on almost every hole was a carpet of sand so deep that it felt like putting in a bunker. Multiple humps, holes, bumps and other hazards adorned every green. The rest of the course was in good condition. They really need to spend the time and money to bring those greens up to the good condition they had 10 years ago when I last found the course enjoyable.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 04/20/2018:
Hello, we're sorry course conditions were not up to par. We appreciate your feedback and we are working on making improvements. Thank you for playing Lago Vista Golf Course, we hope you give us another chance in the future.
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