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3.7
761 Reviews (761)
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1 Stars
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Conditions
3.4
Value
3.7
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.2
75.3%
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607 out of 761 reviews
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2.9
28 Reviews (28)
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Conditions
2.4
Value
3.0
Layout
3.7
Pace
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Amenities
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4.1
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3.7
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Conditions
3.4
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Layout
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Pace
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4.2
77.9%
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53 out of 68 reviews
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Course Highlights
Built from an old brickyard quarry, this course delivers a uniquely challenging layout with dramatic elevation changes found nowhere else in the DFW area. Greens and fairways consistently hold up well throughout the seasons, and the welcoming staff make every visit feel personal.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 71
Length 6486 yards
Slope 125
Rating 70.6

Some argue that the tricked-up golf course has no place in today’s game, but they might change their mind after visiting the eclectic Old Brickyard. As the name implies, the course lays out in and around an old brickyard, featuring dramatic elevation changes, blind shots, and some unbelievable, almost impossible holes. This is one you’ll want to play just to say you’ve seen it.

The opening holes are pretty basic as you traverse northward before turning into the meat of the course, where the dramatic elevation changes start wreaking havoc on your club selection. After about the third or fourth hole, every hole seems to have some unique feature.

The Old Brickyard Lake comes into play on holes 9-11, some of the most difficult holes you’ll find anywhere. After you limp homeward suffering near-disasters on the tricky par 3 No. 8, which plays over water and seems to drop about 5 stories, and the demented 9th hole, which features a funky tee shot and challenging approach over water to a difficult green, No. 10 is not a welcome sight. Hole 10 plays from an elevated tee box, with water along the right. Water comes into play on the next two shots as well, since it cuts across the dogleg-right fairway. If you’re struggling, this is a double-digit hole for sure.

There’s no real break after No. 10, either. The 13th requires a precision short iron to a tiered green. More surprises await as you finish the round, so be prepared. The yard is a fun day of golf.

Getting there : Take I-45 south from Dallas to Ferris, then exit 267 and continue down the access road to the entrance on the right.

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Course Details

Year Built 2000
Greens Tif Eagle Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect John Ponko (2000)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill

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3.7
761 Reviews (761)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 10
Patio Dining 8
19th Hole Scenic Views 7
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 47
Water Hazards 41
Narrow Fairways 32
This course/club is great for:
Locals 30
Advanced Golfers 22
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 20
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 35
Convenient to the City 25
In the 'Burbs 8

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3.0
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Previously Played

Fun Course

This continues to be a fun and challenging course to play. They continue to struggle with maintenance issues as the bunkers are completely unplayable. Overall, we look forward to returning again.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Lost

I thought the course was great and the people that worked there were very friendly. Also all of the people we ran into on the course were very nice. They showed us the way to many holes. That was the only problem we had was fiding our way around the course.I will be back because the people were very nice. And the course was good. Next time will be alot easier.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

very tough greens

Course was in great shape but beware of the greens smooth as silk but the fastest I've found at a public course 3 putts galore

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Should try it at least once

"Old" Brickyard is fitting. From the clubhouse and throughout the course you get the feeling it's best days are behind it. No food/beverage cart service. The cart paths are very rough #if any# in some spots and the usual amenities at the tee boxes were few and far between. I.e., divot sand, trash cans, ball cleaner. Fairways were hard but the greens were in fairly good shape. The low cost green fees don't demand enough to increase the upkeep. However, with that being said, it is very unique and has some historic charm to it. If you're not picky and want something outside the box at a great price you should give it a try at least once. Maybe in the spring or early summer when the fairways are soft/green.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great layout, sub par condition

This is a really unique course that was a lot t of fun to play. Built on an old rock quarry; it makes for multiple blind shots and a coupe shots with over 100 foot drop. Greens were in excellent condition. However the condition of the rough, fairways and bunkers was sub par. However this did not detract from the overall experience. We will be back to play again soon.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 26
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great view

Nice course..would recommend this course to anyone...

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Fair weather
Used cart

Challenging, bring your A game.

We played on Saturday the 11th, the morning after some heavy rain. The fairways were soggy, some of the greens were a challeng to get too because of the muddy conditions. Overwall, the course was a definite challenge, even with acceptable playing conditions. Bring your A game, otherwise just have fun and enjoy the nice layout of the course.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Old Brickyard 9/30/2014

The course was surprisingly green considering the drought conditions in the area. The greens were receptive to approach shots and rolled well. The bunkers leave a lot to be desired. Most of them have little to no sand so it's more like playing hard pan than a bunker.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun course, unique experience

I really enjoyed the course. The elevation changes made it an interesting game, the Pier to tee off of then the long drops. Hills thats dont match a typical Texas course. And they maintained the greens well, no dry patches from the heat, and they were quick too. The scenery is one of a kind for this region.
Price is well worth the game!
I am very much looking forward to playing it again.

Only negative about today's game: the Texas heat, we played in the middle of the day, not the course's fault but our own.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

"LOVE this course"

Holes 8-11 are some of the BEST holes you could ask for!!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

My best 18 hole score

I played this course with my Dad the other day and we had never played this course before. We played 9 holes and I was hooked. So my buddy and I went and played 18 on Sunday. We both played our best game ever. He matched his highest score. This course is really fun to play because of the elevation, which also makes it challenging. Teeing off sometimes 30-50 feet above the fairway makes driving the ball that much more fun. The fairways are in great shape so the ball gets a really good roll for added distance, especially on the fairways that are straight down hill. I recommend bringing some extra balls because the rough on the sides of the fairways is really thick and finding balls is near impossible. I also recommend getting a booklet from the front desk that explains each hole in detail. They gave us one, but might not for everyone. I will definitely be coming back to this place. Also, I booked online a day ahead and it only cost 24$ for both of us to ride and play 18. 12$ each! Unbelievable price!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 28
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Good conditions for an old favorite

The course layout has always been a favorite, requiring strategy and precision for many drives. Condition was excellent -- tee boxes, fairways and greens all very nice. The rough has been allowed to grow up as a "natural area," meaning it is knee high (or higher) and extremely penal. Hit your ball off-line on a lot of holes and there is no point looking for it. Unlike a lot of moderately priced daily fee courses, the water hazards in this one are full. Plus the complimentary brisket sandwich was excellent. A pleasure to play.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Old Brickyard

the course was in good shape and the terrain made the course difficult. Most of the tees are elevated and the course has a local rule for balls hit into environmental areas. The greens are pretty fast and the fairways are nice and soft.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Could Have Been So Much Better

Upon arriving early for my 7AM tee time, the gentleman in the Pro Shop said to me, "You had better start on the back 9 and play fast. We have a shotgun start across the entire course at 8:30AM every Tuesday." Why did the course not inform golfers through Golf Now about their Tuesday activities, or maybe book 9 holes only. I love to play fast. But to be told I have to is just wrong. Two other things stick in my craw, as well. First, the course is running gas golf carts. Slow, noisy and polluting the air. I know Texas is all about gas and oil, but let's get real. Electric is better. Finally, the course was horribly signed. I got turned around twice due to lack of signage between holes. There was spray painted arrows on the cart paths. Really? You can do better. Add GPS to the carts and make the course more enjoyable for golfers of every level...

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Old Brickyard decent but needs work

The course had a very nice layout and very friendly staff. The driving range is basically part of the first hole and finding a ball that's yours is virtually impossible. The greens were in good shape but the weeds in the fairways were very unsightly. The cart paths were totally cracked and damaged on most of the course. Bunkers were full of weeds too. Yardage markers were very hard to find also to determine how far you were from the green. With some upkeep of the course and cart paths it has a lot of potential.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

Course could use some help!

I was disappointed with the conditions of the course. I had played there several years ago and it was much more taken care of. It was a little damp that morning so your feet will get some dirt in the cleats that they didn't have anyway to clean them. The brushes on the foot pads had wore down to nothing. I thought it was only on the course but when I got to the club house I didn't want to get mud inside but the brushes to clean the spikes was worn out as well. I know they have some stiff competition moving in just north of them so hopefully they start taken better care of it.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

Interesting layout

This course was a little rough around the edges, had some really interesting and challenging holes and others that seemed a little short and straight forward. Elevations changes up and down were a big part of the course. Course knowledge is a must since there are some blind tee shots and safe places to lay-up on approach shots if you know they are there. #9 is the blindest tee shot I have ever seen and there are a couple of huge elephants buried under the green. #10 seemed impossible from the tee box and didn't get much better from the fairway. The greens are getting better. The Front 9 are still lumpy and bumpy but not sandy anymore. The Back 9 roll pretty smooth but are a little on the slow side. Overall good experience and a steal at the GN Hot Deal Price.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

If you like Hills

the course is fun to play if you have played it before but can be tough for the beginner.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Very Unique

Great layout. A few bllind tee shots makes it very interesting if it is your first time! (Aim down the middle)! I Play this course a lot and it never gets old. Lots of elevation makes this course a fun challenge!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Aerated and Sanded

GolfNow is usually very good about warning you when the greens are aerated and sanded. This course was not flagged.
The front 9 was HEAVILY sanded and aerated, making the holes a joke. Very disappointed, frustrated and angry! The ball collected wet sand on it as it rolled, and it eventually falls to one side so much sand builds up on it.
This was a total waste of time and money, it's not golf. I needed a sand shovel, not a putter on the greens. Having said that - only the front 9 was like that - the back 9 was normal and played just fine. I liked the lay-out, but buyer beware - call the course first. I am not from the Dallas area, so I had no idea that courses aerated this time of year. Apparently some in Dallas/FTW area does. This was not an enjoyable round of golf, except to say the guys I played with were great!

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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