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3.6
1404 Reviews (1404)
5 Stars
443
4 Stars
582
3 Stars
205
2 Stars
92
1 Stars
82
Conditions
3.5
Value
3.5
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
Pace
3.6
Amenities
3.8
72.5%
Recommend this course
1145 out of 1404 reviews
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4.1
27 Reviews (27)
5 Stars
11
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.0
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.4
81.5%
Recommend this course
22 out of 27 reviews
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3.7
78 Reviews (78)
5 Stars
21
4 Stars
29
3 Stars
17
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
8
Conditions
3.4
Value
3.5
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.4
73.1%
Recommend this course
57 out of 78 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7174 yards
Slope 139
Rating 74.2

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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Course Details

Year Built 2003
Fairways TifSport Bermuda Grass
Greens TifEagle Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Roy Bechtol (2003) Randolph P. Russell (2003)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse
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3.6
1404 Reviews (1404)

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Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good value for money

The greens and fairways were in very nice shape considering our heat. They seemed to be doing quite a bit of watering. My only complaints would be... They had not manicured the sand bunkers (shaping and grass trimming) and the secondary rough was was too high to the point that you could lose your ball right off the green. They just needed to mow!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Response from on 07/27/2018:
Awesome! We're pleased that you enjoyed our course conditions and that you found us to be a good value. We appreciate your feedback on our bunkers and we look forward to having you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Best Golf Value in Central Texas

Okay, I haven't played every course in Central Texas, but I've played many of them and this course puts most others to shame when it comes to value. Fine amenities, friendly staff, country club feel and a beautiful, challenging, but fair, Hill Country course. Fairways, bunkers, tees and greens all in good shape. Though east of Austin, it's more like Avery Ranch than Bluebonnet. Hills, lakes, bunkers, woods and streams, but designed to be fair. The twilight rate is a steal.. Well worth the drive even if you live in west Austin. Highly recommended.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 07/19/2018:
Excellent! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our course and that you found us to be a good value. We're also glad that our staff left a great impression on you. We appreciate your feedback and we can't wait to have you back again soon a ShadowGlen!
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Good Time

I'd like for this course to stay the way it is.

Because i play during the week and its never crowded.

I played this weekend and it wasnt crowded either.

Maybe its too hot.

But i love that its not crowded.

I'm writing this review because the people who manage the course deserve a shout out.

i'm amazed the greens are in such good shape.

I play many courses around Austin and these Greens are on par with the high dollar courses.

Morris Williams greens are unplayable.

But Shadowglenn is doing a great job keeping this course in great shape....especially considering they are not thst popular.

I'm sure as Manor grows the course will get busier, but i like it just the way it is.

I play there once a week and I'm a better golfer for it.

Its a tough layout.

Water and Hills.

But it challenges me.

Love this course

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 07/18/2018:
Fantastic! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our course and that you were able to play at a good pace. We appreciate your kind words about our staff and we're glad that our course has helped you become a better golfer. We can't wait to have you back again soon at ShadowGlen!
Played On
Reviews 38
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Thought I'd never play here again

I played this course about 4 or 5 years ago when I first started to play golf and swore I would never play there again after having one of the worse games. It was a very hard course to play for my skill level at the time plus I had to by a shirt because I forgot my golf shirt and still had my work shirt on and I played alone.

Well, I had been thinking of playing there again the last 2 months and finally did it. I played with my priest friend and had one of my best games ever! I also wore the shirt I had bought 5 years before, it must have been my lucky charm. Anyway, I am going to play there again this week!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 07/16/2018:
Awesome! We're pleased that you enjoyed our course and the challenge it presented. We're glad that you decided to come back and that you enjoyed your round with us!
Played On
Reviews 33
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Used cart

Good Time

This course has some challenging holes. The pace of play is always fast or wide open during the week. The greens are in good shape. Manor is not that far from Austin. This course should be on every Austin golfers list of regular courses.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 07/16/2018:
Great! We're glad that you enjoyed our course and that you were able to play at a good pace. We appreciate your feedback and we can't wait to have you back again soon at ShadowGlen!
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

I love playing at Shadow Glen

The course is challenging and fun to play. The staff is also super nice and helpful. Keep it up.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 07/12/2018:
Terrific! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our course and the challenge it presented. We're also glad that our staff left a great impression on you. We can't wait to have you back again soon at ShadowGlen!
Played On
Reviews 30
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 07/09/2018:
Excellent! Come back soon!
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Course was in great shape.Bunkers ned a lot of work.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Response from on 07/09/2018:
Great! We're glad that our course conditions met your expectations and hat you enjoyed your round with us. We appreciate your review and we look forward to having you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 72
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Distraction

Too many distractions. Maintenance, lawn mower, refreshment carts in my eye line.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Response from on 07/09/2018:
Thank you for your review! We're pleased that you enjoyed our course conditions but we apologize that you didn't enjoy your round with us. We appreciate your review and we hope to have you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Very good condition

Staff was great. Condition of course is very good. Greens and fairways were very good especially considering the heat of summer. Layout is fun. A great value. Highly recommend.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 07/09/2018:
Wonderful! We're thrilled that our course conditions met your expectations and that our staff left a great impression on you. We're also glad that you found us to be a good value. We can't wait to have you back again soon at ShadowGlen!
Played On
Reviews 65
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Good condition

Overall the tee boxes and greens were in excellent condition. All the fairways were in very good condition as well.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 07/03/2018:
Great! We're glad that you enjoyed our course and that our conditions met your expectation. We appreciate your review and we hope to have you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Shadowglen

Had a very good time. Used my new clubs. Course was in very good shape.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 07/02/2018:
Excellent! We're thrilled that our course conditions met your expectations and that you enjoyed your round with us. We appreciate your review and we can't wait to have you back again soon at ShadowGlen!
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 07/02/2018:
Terrific! Come back soon!
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Gem in Manor

This golf course is a special place off the beaten path. I enjoy my time playing this course so much and I am looking into their monthly memberships. When you are on a hole that is the only hole you see which in my opinion is the sign of a great golf course. Each hole is unique and has great character. The trees that surround the course on the front nine give the green entry a fun challenge. The water on the back nine completes the course and gives it a nice well-rounded feel. Overall, great experience and the course certainly has some scoring opportunities the more you play it. Have fun!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 06/26/2018:
Outstanding! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our course and the challenge that it presented. We appreciate your review and we would love to have you as one of our members. We can't wait to have you back again soon at ShadowGlen!
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Fantastic Place

Folks I have taken up gold about 6 months ago. The staff here is so friendly and caring and due this, I finally signed up to be a member. Sometimes the atmosphere outweighs the cost. The last couple of months they have put the course in tip top shape! I play with many different people and they agree the course is in optimal condition, and guess what....they are doing more! So come on out and enjoy this course and engage their friendly staff.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 06/26/2018:
Wonderful! We're glad that you enjoyed your round with us and that our staff left a great impression on you. We pleased that our course conditions met your expectations and we look forward to having you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very fun with difficulty

This course is well taken care of. The greens are solid and have good grass coverage. The fairways were playable every shot. The staff was welcoming and they have beverage cart service. Great place to play

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 06/26/2018:
Excellent! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our course and that our staff left a great impression on you. We appreciate your review and we can't wait to have you back again soon at ShadowGlen!
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course!

Course is nice and a great challenge! For the price it’s one of the best deals in Austin. Go play it!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Response from on 06/26/2018:
Awesome! We're pleased that you enjoyed our course and the challenge it presented. We're also glad that you found us to be a good value. We hope to have you back again soon for your next round!
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very scenic and challenging

First time playing. Not a great folder but really enjoyed the round. V the fairways (those few times I found them) were in great shape. Good greens as well. I lost a lot of balls as this is truly a then. Lots of hills, looked like moguls on the black diamond. Seriously I think anyone would have a great time here and for the price it can't be best. Also a great start as well.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 06/26/2018:
Great! We're glad that you enjoyed your first round with us at ShadowGlen. We're pleased that our course conditions met your expectations and we appreciate your feedback. We look forward to having you back again soon for your next round!
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great value and fun

This was my first time playing the course. The staff was extremely friendly and welcoming. The fee included the cart and range balls. There were several signs for the different tee areas to direct you so that you could enjoy the course. It was fun with a mix of scoreable holes and difficult holes. I really enjoyed it and I am looking forward to playing it again soon.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 06/12/2018:
Fantastic! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your first time playing with us. We're glad that our staff left a great impression on you and that you enjoyed the challenge of our layout. We appreciate your review and we can't wait to have you back again soon at ShadowGlen! Make sure to check out our Online Gift Store to get Dad the perfect Father' Day gift: https://www.itson.me/widget/74-1894-shadowglen-golf-club
Played On
Reviews 72
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Response from on 06/12/2018:
Thank you for your review! We're glad that you enjoyed your time with us! Make sure to check out our Online Gift Store to get Dad the perfect Father' Day gift: https://www.itson.me/widget/74-1894-shadowglen-golf-club
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