Lago Vista Golf Course
About
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.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
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| Gold | 72 | 6579 yards | 72.6 | 134 |
| Blue | 72 | 6198 yards | 70.8 | 129 |
| White | 72 | 5822 yards | 69.0 | 124 |
| Red (W) | 72 | 5122 yards | 69.8 | 117 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold M: 72.2/136 W: 78.0/140 | 330 | 562 | 192 | 384 | 364 | 195 | 353 | 533 | 376 | 3289 | 502 | 380 | 196 | 372 | 294 | 535 | 367 | 408 | 201 | 3255 | 6544 |
| Blue M: 70.3/132 W: 75.9/137 | 319 | 510 | 172 | 332 | 363 | 169 | 340 | 521 | 350 | 3076 | 485 | 367 | 185 | 358 | 279 | 505 | 339 | 394 | 182 | 3094 | 6170 |
| White M: 68.3/126 W: 73.9/131 | 282 | 476 | 135 | 322 | 345 | 131 | 326 | 495 | 336 | 2848 | 467 | 354 | 174 | 344 | 270 | 470 | 337 | 380 | 163 | 2959 | 5807 |
| Red M: 65.4/121 W: 70.4/124 | 263 | 468 | 102 | 283 | 259 | 121 | 274 | 465 | 297 | 2532 | 400 | 341 | 163 | 330 | 243 | 394 | 325 | 366 | 93 | 2655 | 5187 |
| Handicap | 11 | 3 | 17 | 13 | 5 | 15 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 8 | 2 | 16 | 12 | 14 | 4 | 10 | 6 | 18 | |||
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 11 | 3 | 17 | 13 | 7 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 9 | 8 | 4 | 16 | 12 | 14 | 2 | 10 | 6 | 18 |
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Photo submitted by WtSpbi9ftJjylePjyFNA on 11/14/2025
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Photo submitted by WtSpbi9ftJjylePjyFNA on 11/14/2025
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Photo submitted by HoweGolf155 on 06/09/2024
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Photo submitted by HoweGolf155 on 06/09/2024
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Photo submitted by Trooper10369 on 05/19/2024
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Photo submitted by remyseven on 03/04/2024
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Photo submitted by remyseven on 03/04/2024
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Photo submitted by remyseven on 03/04/2024
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Photo submitted by salazarr3 on 02/12/2024
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Photo submitted by salazarr3 on 02/12/2024
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Photo submitted by CosCharlie on 05/10/2023
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18th green Photo submitted by CosCharlie on 05/10/2023
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18th sand trap Photo submitted by CosCharlie on 05/10/2023
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Photo submitted by CosCharlie on 05/10/2023
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Photo submitted by CosCharlie on 05/10/2023
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Photo submitted by Virgil2442769 on 05/08/2023
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18th Green Photo submitted by CosCharlie on 05/04/2023
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Sand trap at 18th green Photo submitted by CosCharlie on 05/04/2023
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Black sludge on the green Photo submitted by CosCharlie on 05/04/2023
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This is the green, not the fringe or a sand trap Photo submitted by CosCharlie on 05/04/2023
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Uneven sludge = unputtable greens Photo submitted by CosCharlie on 05/04/2023
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Photo submitted by Lbyers22 on 04/05/2022
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Great views. Tee box is an accurate representation of the conditions of the rest of the course Photo submitted by stuartwatkins on 06/15/2021
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Photo submitted by mike1258901 on 02/27/2021
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Photo submitted by mike1258901 on 02/27/2021
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Beautiful views! Photo submitted by u160100219 on 02/04/2021
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Photo submitted by Janos34 on 10/26/2020
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Photo submitted by u446682916 on 09/19/2020
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Photo submitted by u314160257264 on 07/04/2020
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Back nine overlooking Lake Travis. Photo submitted by u314160165158 on 06/16/2020
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Photo submitted by u679251857 on 01/25/2020
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Photo submitted by JAYROS on 10/09/2019
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Photo submitted by JAYROS on 10/09/2019
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Lago Vista Deer Photo submitted by u666359411 on 08/10/2018
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Bizzaro Golf Photo submitted by u666359411 on 08/10/2018
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Happy 60th Birthday with Youngens! Photo submitted by ayesijuan on 08/07/2018
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Just Dreaming Photo submitted by Lazenby1 on 12/27/2017
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where is the green? Photo submitted by Robert9226702 on 04/10/2017
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tire treads on the greens Photo submitted by Robert9226702 on 04/10/2017
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Disregard the deer, just look at the condition of this course! Photo submitted by MichaelKonor on 02/04/2015
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Photo submitted by Brett2155796 on 08/06/2014
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Looking down on # 9 green. and a big buck Photo submitted by hoffmonster on 10/21/2012
Help!!!!
The course looks like a pasture with greens thrown in. Sparse grass on most of the fairways. The greens are bumpy any lots of bare spots. This course would be ok if you paid $10 to play there. Since they closed Highland Lakes you would think they would put more into Lags Vista but doesn't look like it
Give this course a pass
Two of us played and the pace of play was excellent as we did not encounter any other golfers. The fairways are brown everywhere this time of year. At Lago Vista there was s much mud as dormant grass. The greens were patched with chunks of grass. The course and clubhouse appeared to need a large infusion of cash. The layout of the course had some pretty views of the lake.
course condition
the course over all is in good condition. greens are in good shape and course is overseeded
Gave up on this course
My group stopped playing here over a year ago as conditions continued to deteriorate. Used to be our go-to location. Now same prices, but horrific conditions. Just look at recent reviews. Management has a we don't care attitude about it as well.
Fun Course
Great layout with superb scenery. Still amazed by the number of deer wandering the course. Would consider only 2 greens unplayable due to fungus damage and other issues. Sand traps are well maintained. Overall, a challenging course with some tight drives and risk/reward holes. Will definitely return when back in town.
Great views and friendly folks
The course was in so-so shape, but hey it’s December! Weather was cold and cloudy, didn’t get much over 45 degrees, so that should be factored in. I’m sure this would be an amazing track to play in the spring!! All in all a very challenging and fun course. Definitely will play again, in warmer weather!
Hackers Delight
Not going to beat a dead horse. Course is in need of some maintenance and crew is making progress. Price is right and is very enjoyable for "lost ball hackers since there is a good pace of play with no one pushing you. Scenic views are great. Not a bad drive from NW Austin. My go to course.
Love this course
I've played this course around a dozen times. The fairways are nice, some of the vies are picturesque and the staff is always friendly. There are a couple of gorgeous views of the lake from the fairway and the course is wide open.
I plan on playing this course for years to come!
Needs some TLC
The course layout is the best part of the course. There are some really fun and challenging holes out there.. Unfortunately the course conditions hold it back from living up to it's full potential. The fairways were really in need of reseeding and in a lot of the areas they were in desperate need of watering. The greens also need to be reseeded badly. The clubhouse and restaurant need to be completely gutted and remodeled. While the folks who worked there were OK but not overly accommodating.
Beautiful Hill Country classic course
Well maintained, several challenging hills, forced drives over water features, blind hole fairways, etc. Very nice grill with excellent food to enjoy after your round. A gem in Lago Vista.
Great local course but needs some upkeep.
Fantastic value for the money but needs some serious care. It is very evident that it has had years of neglect.
Many of the greens and fairways are in bad shape. There are a few greens with large areas of only dirt that washes away when it rains. It seems they lack proper irrigation and when it rains, the water does more damage than it should. The fairways adn all other areas in general would benefit from regular maintenance. The cart paths are poor or non existent in many areas. Andd why not have the fountain on the 14 th hole on during the day?! How hard is it to adjust the timer?
The views are fantastic though and make for a very enjoyable round of golf. The entire staff is friendly and the service and food at the LV Golf Course Grill are great!
has potential
the course is a great lay out. A lot of fun holes that make you think before you swing. I really enjoyed that part. Unfortunately, course conditions are in need of work. The greens were in poor shape and probably need to be reseeded and the fairways were in rough shape as well. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. I would like to play the course again but after some major renovations take place.
So Much Potential
This is one of those courses that has all the makings of what could be an awesome regular round, but unfortunately there is one major issue. The course is VERY poorly kept. I like the layout, the people there are friendly, the drive from Austin to this course is nice, it's outside of the city so pace of play is great, but the fairways and greens are some of the worst I have seen.
The greens were basically dirt in a lot of areas and the fairways were about the same. All crab grass that was brown and yellow. Now I know, it's hard to keep conditions during this part of the year, but I played 2 more courses this weekend and both were relatively green and fluffy.
I WILL probably play here again because I enjoy the drive, the price, and the views on the course, but wow could this place be awesome if they gave it some love.
Great Golf Course, Very Friendly Staff
Very nice, moderately challenging course. The course is about as well kept as one could expect in Texas at this time of year. The fairways and greens were nice except in a few areas of repair. Overall, it is a very nice course - especially if you can find a discounted tee time on Golf Now.com. I expect I will return to play another round in the near future.
Challenging/ fairways are in great shape.
It started off to be a good round, I was asked to play with another guy, which was no big deal but then I find out 2 more guys are coming and they're late. I arrived early and had to wait 30 minutes to finally start. I know the gentleman who sets the tee times was just trying to do his job but I didn't have extra time for someone else to be late. Not a good time.
Price was right
Course was in fair shape. Good lies in the fairways were hard to find. Low price made it worthwhile.
Great views of the lake & challenging !
Fairways are in great shape, make sure you stay in the fairway. Plenty of sand traps, makes you think about your approach shots. Greens need some help, too many of them are bald. Not completely but still....The terrain is hilly, you will be challenged where to aim for a level stance and lie plus trees loom in the fairway.
Mower must have been in the shop!
Even for $15 you don't want to play a course in these conditions. Looked like they hadn't mowed in week. Hard to find the ball in the middle of the fairway.
Great value
I play this course regularly. It's a good municipal course. It's certainly not lush, but for the price it pretty good. Pace of play is usually quite good. A few of the holes have wonderful views of the lake, and you will constantly see deer EVERYWHERE. The grill and clubhouse are pretty average, but this is not a private course and the price is pretty competitive.
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