ShadowGlen Golf Club
About
Located just 15 minutes northeast of downtown Austin, ShadowGlen Golf Course is considered by locals to be one of the area's hidden gems. At 7,174 yards from the back tees, it is a long, tough course that will test even the most seasoned players. Some consider it to be the most difficult public golf course in Texas. The layout has a links design that is mostly flat but there are a few hilly spots that can cause some trouble, especially the holes that were designed with steep drops. The narrow fairways require accuracy and the well manicured greens play fast and are often bordered by strategically placed bunkers or contoured mounding. There are also water hazards coming into play throughout, including the wandering creek that cuts across the golf course.
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Golfer Photos
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Photo submitted by Dennis4435 on 03/05/2026
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3rd Hole Photo submitted by JohnnyBoy49 on 09/14/2025
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#2 Photo submitted by keithben on 04/05/2025
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#6 Photo submitted by keithben on 04/05/2025
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#7 Photo submitted by keithben on 04/05/2025
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#10 Photo submitted by keithben on 04/05/2025
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#14 - One of the best greens Photo submitted by keithben on 04/05/2025
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#17 Photo submitted by keithben on 04/05/2025
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Photo submitted by mrsamedmonson85 on 04/01/2025
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Photo submitted by Dico20 on 07/19/2024
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View from the #2 tee. Photo submitted by batboygareth on 07/04/2023
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Photo submitted by brettbsb on 05/26/2023
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Photo submitted by u5729650 on 05/09/2023
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Photo submitted by mayocn on 12/06/2021
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Photo submitted by mayocn on 12/06/2021
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Photo submitted by holtjh1970 on 12/21/2020
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Photo submitted by holtjh1970 on 12/21/2020
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Photo submitted by holtjh1970 on 12/21/2020
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Photo submitted by u000006109997 on 04/16/2020
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Number 3, par 5 Photo submitted by golfmonkie on 02/23/2014
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Our annual Thanksgiving outing Photo submitted by Stephen8107821 on 12/02/2013
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Photo submitted by Robert4498302 on 09/18/2013
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Photo submitted by Rwvette on 08/15/2013
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Par 3, I made birdie on this one, nice oddly shaped bunkers on most holes Photo submitted by islstl on 08/02/2013
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Greens are in excellent shape Photo submitted by islstl on 08/02/2013
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Nicely manicured tee boxes Photo submitted by islstl on 08/02/2013
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View from the tee on hole #1, forgiving lush fairways Photo submitted by islstl on 08/02/2013
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Another beautiful green, I missed that putt (argh!) Photo submitted by islstl on 08/02/2013
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Photo submitted by golfin72 on 04/16/2013
Golfer Reviews
Beautiful Course
First time I play at Shadow Glen and the fairways were fantastic. Course is challenging enough but this being my first time there were some holes where I didn't know the landscape. On a couple of holes the greens were hard to see after the first shot. Greens were slow due to new sand on the greens. I will go back in the spring.
Nice day on green fairways
Fairways were lush, therefore played longer than anticipated . Enjoyed the layout and the company!
Not for the better gollfer
The fairways are over 2 inches high. The greens are slow sandy with sprigs of grass. The layout of the course is good and staff is very friendly.Not for the better gofer good luck making a putt. tee off at 2 did not finish 14 holes.
Jewel!
Great, challenging course. Played the bronze, likely played about 300 yards longer than card. Very little roll on the fairways because they were lush and likely haven’t been cut for some time. Greens were a little sandy but nothing that caused putts to jump offline. A little tricky to read, but that made the challenge. Last par 5 on back was an absolute beast, into the wind, with blind approach. Not quite sure I could figure out how to play in 5 rounds. If you avoid bunkers, you are alright. Staff very friendly and welcoming. 74 degrees on 12/22, seriously nice! Can’t wait to play again when fairways are cut and firmer.
Decent for the (discounted) price
So, first off, I got a deal time AND had a promo code so I only paid about $20. Now, for that price, I feel like it was a fair deal. But, had I paid what looks to be their regular price (~$50) I would've been very annoyed and unimpressed. Course was in decent shape and had a decent layout but was otherwise pretty average. Staff were friendly and helpful. If you can get a deal time or you have a good promo code, I would recommend it if you're just trying to get out and play some golf.
One of my favorites.
The course has improved greatly over the past few years. It has become one of my favorites. Very challanging and in great condition.
Thanks for your great review. We appreciate you noticing all of the improvements we have made. We're just getting started!
Nice course
Nice course, but I would expect a lot more for the price of $70. Fairways needed to be cut. Greens weren’t in the best of shape . These two issues can easily be fixed but I will not play again for that price this course is nice at $45 but not any higher.
The greens and tee boxes were in great shape for late November. The course was pretty wet from rain a few days earlier. Pace of played seemed slow, we waited on every hole, but we finished 18 in 4.25 hours so that's not too bad. Overall I will come and play again.
Great Course
Loved the course. Good pace on the greens and fairways are beautiful.
Fabulous
I liked the layout with the hills and changes in elevation. It offered risk reward shot making. The course was in great shape. I think it was one of the better conditioned courses in the area. The greens were in really nice condition. The staff was very friendly and very accommodating as I told them it was my first time playing there. I will be back!
Thanks so much for your great review. We are so glad you had such a positive first time out! Hope to see you again soon
Like Spanish Oaks
The course is a brilliant one. It's perfectly playable with pretty wide fairways and many quirks to keep you entertained all the way round. The complexity of the holes here regularly comes at the greens with some wonderful bunkering, intricate run-offs and undulations. While that will undoubtedly separate the strong players from the weak, it does so without humiliating anyone too early or punishing them too brutally.
Thank you for your excellent review! We are glad you had such a great experience on the course. Come back again soon!
This course needs some love
Every tee box was a disaster. The fairways hadn't been cut in weeks. The course was soaked! Puddles everywhere, and it hasn't rained in over a week. The course is just so poorly maintained, it was not worth the price. I've never seen fairways this bad. Every shot on the fairway was playing a club up because the grass was so thick.
Would love to see a picture of what you are complaining about. You sound frustrated from a bad round of golf. Also, you obviously have never played a course that has overseeded their fairways for winter. It takes water to grow grass. I would stick to courses that are thin, dry and dormant.
worth the fee
Played the course on Monday and what a course
From arriving was greeted by the cheery professional in the pro shop who set us on our way. Althoogh very challenging at times we had a fabulous time, the course was immaculate. Quite hilly at times, but that's where th buggie comes in handy. Sent pics to my da and he canny believe the views.
A good pub, friendly, efficient staff, good pub grub., reasonably priced. Even a telly on the courtyard
Thanks for your review. We appreciate your feedback and are glad you enjoyed your time out here! We hope to see you again soon
Great Outing
Had a nice round at Shadow Glen. Very good conditions overall on a windy day. Course in nice shape and after we played around a group, we finished 18 in just over 3:15.
You should check out our Player Development Program. For $59/month you get unlimited range balls and use of practice facility, you can play 7 days a week after 1PM for $20, or Monday-Friday for $32 before 1PM.