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2.6
948 Reviews (948)
5 Stars
96
4 Stars
184
3 Stars
202
2 Stars
201
1 Stars
265
Conditions
2.2
Value
2.9
Layout
3.5
Friendliness
3.7
Pace
3.5
Amenities
2.6
43.4%
Recommend this course
444 out of 948 reviews
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1.8
60 Reviews (60)
5 Stars
1
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
38
Conditions
1.4
Value
1.9
Layout
3.0
Pace
3.1
Amenities
1.9
StaffFriendliness
3.1
15.0%
Recommend this course
9 out of 60 reviews
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1.9
91 Reviews (91)
5 Stars
2
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
15
2 Stars
10
1 Stars
52
Conditions
1.6
Value
2.2
Layout
3.1
Pace
3.1
Amenities
2.0
StaffFriendliness
3.2
22.0%
Recommend this course
20 out of 91 reviews
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Course Highlights
This course delivers outstanding value with a beginner-friendly layout featuring gentle water features and generally straightforward tee shots. Friendly staff and a smooth pace of play make rounds here consistently enjoyable.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Links
Par 72
Length 7072 yards
Slope 125
Rating 74.5

Blackhawk rests on the site of an old dairy farm, where the rolling terrain is suited for this links-style layout. This wide-open course features lots of water, loads of bunkers, and huge greens that are easy to three-putt if your approaches are off and you don’t have that feel for lag putting.

Each side has a punishing finishing hole. No. 9 is a monstrous par 4 that plays 464 yards. Off the tee, the narrow landing area is not conducive for the necessary booming drive, and the water causes problems in the fairway and around the green.

Hole 18 plays 430 yards, requiring a tee shot into the dogleg-right fairway that must thread two bodies of water.

The club prefers that you walk only on weekdays.

Getting there : Take I-35 north out of Austin, then exit FM 1825 east. Drive 5 miles to Hwy. 685 and turn left. Drive another 2.5 miles to Kelly Ln. and turn right.

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Course Details

Year Built 1990
Fairways 419 Bermuda
Greens Tiff Dwarf Bermuda
Golf Season Year Round
Architect Charles Howard

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Caddies Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Collared shirts and appropriate golf attire

Food & Beverage

Grill

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

2.6
948 Reviews (948)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 10
Patio Dining 6
Watching the Game 6
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 14
Bunkers 8
This course/club is great for:
Locals 20
Beginners 15
Seniors 13
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 16
In the 'Burbs 16
Worth the Drive 6

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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
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Black Hawk in Terrible Shape

Worst course in the Austin area - I have seen better muni and military courses. Dry hard pan fairways and greens, dried out bunkers, I see absolutely no sign of maintenance. Place has gone downhill - needs to close and renovate. Not worth anywhere near a $45 green fee. Will not be back.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 72
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
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Reviews 2
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Skill Beginner
Plays Once every three months
2.0
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First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Hopefully better in the spring

Not sure if the winter storms were a factor but the grounds were pretty rough. Fairways were bumpy and rutted. Balls would roll forever on this very hard-packed ground. Very little green grass. Bunkers were full of vegetation. Pretty forgiving if you stray from the fairway. I am new to the area and this was my first time playing here. I'm hoping I have a different experience when I come back in the spring or summer.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Blackhawk Experience

This course definitely has some issues with conditions. Fairway lies are in most cases very thin, and there are many issues with ruts and craters throughout the course. The sand traps are literally unplayable with no sand and in many cases full of water. The greens are in decent condition, and for the most part roll true.

This course has it's issues, but the layout is fun and the pricing is hard to beat. Even with it's issues, it's a decent option during the week or weekend.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Really gone downhill

From the moment you step foot on the property you can feel the cheap. Horrible conditions… driving range so substandard. course is in ridiculously bad shape Only go if you have 0 other options

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
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Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Decent for the money

Course could be in great shape come end of spring summer just needs some care. Was soft due to recent rain but not really any standing water. This is a short course and was a ton of fun to play not having to hit 5 irons into all the greens had to choose some holes not to hit driver to have a full wedge or short iron in. This course will test your short game.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
2.0
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First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good budget course

I grew up playing on a course similar to Blackhawk. Fairways and bunkers are a bit hard. It’s a good course for the beginner and playing a fun course for cheap. Overall recommend if you are looking to play a round without breaking the bank.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 69
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Worst condition in 14 years

I’ve lived here 14 years and I’ve played here dozens of times over the years and this is sad. It’s like they aren’t even trying anymore, I feel like someone needs to come in and breathe some new life into this course. At least I got a hot deal that made it cheaper. The friend I played with payed $35 for this crap and understandably he was more upset.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
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