Wilderness Golf Course

The Wilderness Golf Course is the 4th Jeff Brauer designed course I've played in the last month. As is characteristic of the other designs I've played, The Wilderness is a bold layout with ample fairways, solid bunkering and wild greens. This course is a must play if you're in the Houston area.

Built on a flat piece of land, The Wilderness relies on bunkering, strong greens and we'll placed water hazards to challenge the player and keep things interesting. The front 9 is the longer of the two 9s and seems a bit more challenging. The back 9 has some shorter holes and a few quirks that make for a bit more fun.

The condition of the course is solid, but not spectacular. The maintenance staff has clearly worked hard to keep the course green and playable in the Texas summer heat. There are a few burnt out spots throughout the layout, but nothing that drastically affects play.

As I've already said, the greens are wild! The 7th hole has a green that's nearly 70 yards long. The 16th green is a Biarritz design and the 2nd green is a bit of a punch bowl. Each green has character and makes you want to play it again just to see different pin placements!

If you're in the Houston area, make it a point to take the short drive to Lake Jackson and play The Wilderness! You'll be glad you did!

My favorite hole is the long par 3 16th, which has the Biarritz green. The Biarritz is one of my favorite features and I always get excited for one of these greens!

An absolute BEAST of a course!!! A "players delight"! The greens must have been rolled in the morning because they had to running no slower than an "11" on the stempmeter. They are undulating greens so if you can't put,, you better stick your shots close...The fairways were well manicured and the bunkers were well raked. The sand is "brown crunch" but, they play well enough to not cause problems when hitting out of them. I was amazed with how the layout provides both a "tight" and, forgiving test of accurate iron play. My favorite course in the Houston area used to be The Golf Course of Houston... The "Wilderness" is my other favorite... maintenance needs to be done on 2 of the greens on the back side but, it doesn't interrupt play. The greens are big!

We played at a 4:30 PM T Time, it was Super Hot but the Back 9 temperature was better almost 7 to 8 degrees less. Anyway this is Texas. I brought my friend for the first time and he loved it so much that he shot a 79 braking 80 ufff happy for him an 87 for me but I feel good.

This course is a hidden treasure. The condition of course was great. Good price for a good challenging course. Staff that we came into contact with was AWESOME!! THANKS WILDERNESS

Friendly reception, good condition, definitely one of the better courses around.

I played this course about 4 years ago. Still well maitained and lots of fun.

Greens were impeccable, and the course is fantastically laid out and in great overall shape. Enjoyed every minute. Will return without a doubt.

Course is in great condition. Greens are putting great and not too fast. Every time I play this course I like it more

First time playing Wilderness, and was impressed with the layout and conditioning. Play was a tad slow, and never saw a ranger, but the beverage cart regularly passed by. Lot's of trees, and some water hazards, but a very fair test. The undulation on some of the greens is pretty crazy, but kinda fun for something different. With not many choices in this area, Wilderness is a hidden gem!

Course was in great shape, greens were fast. First time playing, won't be my last.

Wilderness is one of best courses and value to play golf. The course was in pretty good shape and the greens are getting smoother and faster. I would say this place is better than most of the high dollar courses. I have played them all.

This course is in great condition and the greens played true. The staff was over the top in true Texan hospitality and gave a great your for first timers. The pace of play for a Friday was outstanding. The starter made sure everyone was on time....our threesome finished in 3.5 hours. My drive from Victoria was well with it, this is the best course within 100 miles. We'll be back!

Great course layout, large rolling greens ran fast and true. Wilderness requires golfer to use all clubs in the bag. Be prepared to scramble around the greens due to some lengthy par 4's. Will be back next week with friends...can't wait to play again!

Course was in great condition and challenging. Third time playing and driving all the way from League City. Well worth the drive!

The course was in immaculent condition and was a great value. Course was pretty challenging. Staff was very welcoming.