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3.7
1417 Reviews (1417)
5 Stars
448
4 Stars
588
3 Stars
206
2 Stars
92
1 Stars
83
Conditions
3.5
Value
3.5
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.9
74.7%
Recommend this course
1156 out of 1417 reviews
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4.2
25 Reviews (25)
5 Stars
10
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.0
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.6
88.0%
Recommend this course
22 out of 25 reviews
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3.8
81 Reviews (81)
5 Stars
24
4 Stars
34
3 Stars
13
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
8
Conditions
3.6
Value
3.7
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.4
75.3%
Recommend this course
61 out of 81 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout earns high praise for its challenging holes, elevation changes, and well-maintained fairways and greens. Attentive staff, a drive-thru bar at the turn, and strong value make each round memorable.

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

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Reviews

3.7
1417 Reviews (1417)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 31
Patio Dining 13
Watching the Game 13
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 54
Water Hazards 52
Undulating Greens 51
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 61
Locals 60
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 23
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 62
Worth the Drive 50
In the 'Burbs 29

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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
Played On
Reviews 33
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

worth the drive!

ShadowGlenn has always been a top-notch course and with the current $30 green fee, it is hard to stay away. The course is in great Texas summer conditions. The fairways are green and firm. The greens roll true. Overall, the course is definitely worth the drive and price.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 06/05/2018:
Wonderful! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our course and that you found us to be a good value. We're also glad that our course conditions met your expectations. 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

Nice deal!

Very nice golf course for the price - this is the best condition I have seen it in many years. Tough golf course as well.... I play to a 2 handicap and this thing is all you can handle from the tips!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Response from on 06/01/2018:
Awesome! We're pleased that you enjoyed our course and that you found us to be a good value. We're also glad that you enjoyed the challenge our course presented. We look forward to having you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 30
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Tough

First time here and will certainly be back whenever I’m in the area. The course has a very challenging layout with water, bunkers, trees, and doglegs strategically placed to force you to play accurate shots. It is also a long course, most par 4’s were well over 400 yards! Although it was fun, I lost quite a few balls.

The course conditions were good but not great, there were some really dry bare patches(mainly on the sides of the fairayways) and there were also some flooded areas. The greens were in great condition but also really tough, they are not easy to read. Overall very happy with the course. It is also a great value for the price

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 05/30/2018:
Great! We're glad that you enjoyed our course and the challenge it presented. We're also pleased that our greens met your expectations and that you found us to be a good value. We look forward to having you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 26
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Love this track, but you gotta be able to hit the ball

This was only my second time playing here. I love the layout, lots of shot challenges, pick the right club or pay, not every tee shot is a driver. That said, if you can't hit reasonably straight or get off the tee with a decent carry distance, you will hate this course and lose a lot of balls. there are also some blind shots that necessitate either course knowledge or a good GPS program.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 05/30/2018:
Awesome! We're pleased that you enjoyed our course and the challenge it presented. We appreciate your review and we can't wait to have you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

On the right path

Staff is always fantastic from the clubhouse to the cart guys. Course is getting better and the greens are in great shape. Tee boxes are a choice to make on this course as it can be challenging depending on what you choose to play. They have a sign to give you an idea as to which to choose based off of your handicap.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 05/30/2018:
Fantastic! We're thrilled that our course conditions met your expectations and that our staff left a great impression on you. We can't wait to have you back again soon at ShadowGlen!
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nothing good about this course

Very disappointed with this course. For one they seemed like they were pretty strict about pace of play as it is all over there scorecard that it should take no longer than 4:30 for a round It took us almost 6:00 hours to finish. There is no course layout on the scorecard, when I went to ask for one, the person wanted to charge me for a simple course layout copied on a sheet of paper that you couldn’t see anything. There were several other things that I was very disappointed in, but I probably don’t have enough space to write it all.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Response from on 05/30/2018:
Thank you for your review! We apologize that you didn't enjoy your time with us and that the pace of play was slow. We would love the chance to speak to you more about your time with us. Please reach out to us at shadowglengolfmgmt@gmail.com at your earliest convenience. Thank you again and we look forward to speaking with you!
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Excellent Layout

My first time to play this course after having played most courses in the Austin area over the past 30+ years. I was impressed. Very interesting layout. Much more picturesque than I expected. Some quite challenging shots that require thought and strategy, especially on the front nine. I will definitely return.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 05/30/2018:
Wonderful! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your first time playing our course. We're glad that you enjoyed the challenge of our layout and we appreciate your feedback. We look forward to having you back again soon for your next round!
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