Wildcat GC - Lakes: #12
A view of the 12th green surrounded by water at Lakes Course from Wildcat Golf Club
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4.5
500 Reviews (500)
5 Stars
282
4 Stars
177
3 Stars
24
2 Stars
8
1 Stars
9
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.2
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.3
90.0%
Recommend this course
469 out of 500 reviews
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Average Rating
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4.4
40 Reviews (40)
5 Stars
22
4 Stars
14
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.0
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.6
90.0%
Recommend this course
36 out of 40 reviews
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4.4
73 Reviews (73)
5 Stars
44
4 Stars
21
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.0
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.6
86.3%
Recommend this course
63 out of 73 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Traditional
Par 72
Length 7016 yards
Slope 135
Rating 73.2

Architect Roy Case created both courses on this new 36-hole, daily-fee facility that is located only 10 minutes from downtown Houston. In addition to the views of the skyline, Case had at his disposal a touch of Hill Country terrain with dramatic elevation changes, as well as the typical Houston- area prairie lands. From this he was able to carve the links-style Highlands Course and the more traditional Lakes Course.

As its name implies, the Lakes Course, which tips out at a par 72 7,016 yards, is loaded with water. The best hole is the 539-yard No. 7, which is listed as the number one handicap. Interestingly, the four easiest holes are the par 3s, which range from 165 to 218 yards.

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Course Details

Year Built 2002
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Roy Case (2002)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, MC, AMEX, Discover
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Texas (2014 #17)
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4.5
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Played On
Reviews 35
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Fivesomes made us have a 5 h round

A fivesome was playing in front of us they never bother the play others play theough, marshall never showed up

Whybare they allow to have zero respect for other players time?

This should not be tolerated or accepted by management

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Hot, but manageable

Lakes has a challenging layout with many blind shots. A fun challenge after playing Highlands. We got recommendations not to play any golf at all in Houston during August, but it was very manageable with an early tee-time. Get a cart a fill it with ice and beverages!

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Significant leg injury because of a grass covered, unmarked deep tube/hole at hole 7 lakes course

I did hurt my leg significantly as I fell with my leg into a grass covered at least 4 feet deep hole/tube at hole 7 on the lakes course next to the bunker. Still waiting to hear back from the manager. I showed my injury and had to stop playing because if was not able to walk anymore. No follow up by anybody,….

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Lakes course is tougher

Lots of target golf with narrow landing zones, but course was in great shape. GPS system for the carts was ridiculous, especially with so many blind tee shots and needs to be revised to let you get ten yards off the fairway without shutting down. There was no signage to inform you that you were reaching GPS limit. Very painful.

18th green under repair and temporary ‘green’ was a joke. But the layout was challenging from any of the tee boxes and again, the course was otherwise in great shape.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fun Course!!

Wildcat, the Lakes Course, is not a traditional course but we had fun!! The greens have almost recovered from aerating but they are rolling true so all good. Enjoy!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great Property - Recently Punched Greens

As with many of the courses in the area this time of year, the greens were recently punched... is what it is.

Other than that, there is work constantly going on on this course, which is a good and bad thing. They are constantly improving it, but also, constantly improving it. The 18th on the Lakes course is currently being re-done so the whole is currently a flag 250 yards from the tee. Don't let this deter you though, the track is still a great one!

I do prefer the Highlands course. Lakes is a nice change of pace, but it tends to not be particularly gettable...

Overall this is still one of the nicer public courses in the area and is well worth a Hot Deal.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Utterly disappointed

Course was in shambles compared to its normal. Not sure if the greens team took 2 months off and let it completely go or they are just slacking off completely. You need to warn people before payment that the greens have been punched and sanded and half the greens are dead. Also maybe tell people that 18 green is under repair and we will be playing a 240 par 4 with the “green” in the middle of the fairway… I paid 2x what the course is worth.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Response from on 08/11/2025:
Thanks for your review. We know there’s room to improve, and we’re already working to enhance things. We’d love a second chance to give you a better experience.
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

One of the best I’ve played

One of the best I’ve played so far since visiting greater Houston area. Course is well maintained; pace of play was good; and received a rain check for lightning delay on a previous round, so I have to come back next week to play the other course. Highly recommend!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 07/16/2025:
We’re thrilled you had such a great experience! Thanks for the support — we’ll be here ready to welcome you back for another great round.
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 26
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Lakes

Hard course, 18 had a temporary green that is not in very good putting shape. Other than that the Lakes is a very challenging course.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Wildcat Lakes Course

Had a great time. Course was in good shape. Greens were consistent but a little slow. Probably protection against the heat. Staff were all friendly and helpful. Weekend mornings are not cheap but pace of play was great and we were never rushed or waiting. Can’t wait to get back out there.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Golf Now and Wildcat not on the same Page

This is the second time that I’ve booked through golf now And basically Wildcat has acted like they can’t do anything about the fact that I’m showing up in someone else’s booked for the same time I’m booked for so I booked at 7:40 and there was someone else booked at 7:40 at the same time so we got bumped to 755 and squeezed in Because the other group had booked direct through Wildcat so what’s the point in golf now if that’s the case

Conditions Good
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Every member of the staff that I’ve interacted with has been top notch. The course is in solid condition; the elevation change makes it fun and challenging with a decent amount of blind shots. Can’t wait to go back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 07/02/2025:
Thank you for the awesome review! We're so glad to hear you had a great experience and look forward to having you back again.
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