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Moody Gardens Golf Course
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The Carlton Gipson-redesigned Moody Gardens Golf Course is one of the most difficult tracks in Texas, universally considered one of the top five municipals in the state. The Gulf winds pound the course and water comes into play on every hole. Even from the regular tees, the route rolls 6,816 yards, so short knockers are truly at a disadvantage.
Getting there : From I-45 south, exit 61st St. and turn right. Find Stewart and turn right, then turn right again on 99th Street. Drive to Sydnor Ln. and turn right-you'll see the entrance on the right side of the road.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orange (W) | 72 | 6816 yards | 78.9 | 145 |
| Orange | 72 | 6816 yards | 73.0 | 134 |
| Black (W) | 72 | 6380 yards | 76.5 | 140 |
| Black | 72 | 6380 yards | 71.0 | 129 |
| Gold | 72 | 5972 yards | 69.1 | 124 |
| Gold (W) | 72 | 5972 yards | 74.2 | 136 |
| Green | 72 | 5529 yards | 67.0 | 118 |
| Green (W) | 72 | 5529 yards | 71.7 | 130 |
| Maroon | 72 | 4549 yards | 62.9 | 110 |
| Maroon (W) | 72 | 4549 yards | 66.6 | 113 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orange M: 73.0/134 W: 78.9/145 | 512 | 428 | 368 | 140 | 570 | 232 | 584 | 413 | 162 | 3409 | 389 | 524 | 346 | 192 | 575 | 341 | 426 | 142 | 472 | 3407 | 6816 |
| Black M: 71.0/129 W: 76.5/140 | 493 | 409 | 329 | 120 | 557 | 216 | 560 | 386 | 145 | 3215 | 375 | 490 | 317 | 173 | 545 | 321 | 401 | 122 | 421 | 3165 | 6380 |
| Gold M: 69.1/124 W: 74.2/136 | 425 | 397 | 312 | 105 | 537 | 175 | 528 | 352 | 126 | 2957 | 355 | 473 | 302 | 166 | 527 | 308 | 378 | 107 | 399 | 3015 | 5972 |
| Green M: 67.0/118 W: 71.7/130 | 410 | 369 | 272 | 91 | 515 | 155 | 510 | 317 | 93 | 2732 | 332 | 428 | 282 | 119 | 513 | 291 | 353 | 98 | 381 | 2797 | 5529 |
| Maroon M: 62.9/110 W: 66.6/113 | 353 | 330 | 193 | 89 | 390 | 77 | 465 | 284 | 63 | 2244 | 270 | 356 | 232 | 76 | 442 | 240 | 312 | 65 | 312 | 2305 | 4549 |
| Handicap | 7 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 15 | 10 | 6 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 18 | 4 | |||
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 7 | 3 | 11 | 17 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 9 | 15 | 10 | 6 | 14 | 18 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 16 | 4 |
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Photo submitted by Alvinrt on 05/21/2024
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Photo submitted by CharlesLately on 05/19/2024
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Photo submitted by TDOYEL11 on 07/17/2023
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Photo submitted by TDOYEL11 on 07/17/2023
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Photo submitted by TDOYEL11 on 07/17/2023
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Photo submitted by GKing77098 on 05/07/2023
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Photo submitted by GKing77098 on 05/07/2023
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Photo submitted by pdcurran on 01/09/2023
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Photo submitted by u8529739 on 01/07/2023
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Photo submitted by u8529739 on 01/07/2023
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Photo submitted by u8529739 on 01/07/2023
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Photo submitted by SMOKEY2020 on 06/24/2022
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Photo submitted by SMOKEY2020 on 06/24/2022
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17th green Photo submitted by u8529739 on 03/13/2022
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Photo submitted by ShibTx on 11/17/2021
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Background: Moody Gardens Discover, Rainforest, Aquarium, & Hotel. Photo submitted by GordonATX on 10/07/2021
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Photo submitted by Zeuswon on 05/29/2021
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Photo submitted by Zeuswon on 04/12/2021
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Pelican watching me on #8 bridge. Photo submitted by u8529739 on 02/10/2021
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Photo submitted by u169948982 on 01/22/2021
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My son and I Photo submitted by garthedc on 09/07/2020
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Photo submitted by lv370540 on 09/02/2020
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Photo submitted by Joshfast on 06/15/2020
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14th Hole Approach Photo submitted by GolferJake78 on 06/15/2019
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18th Hole Approach Photo submitted by GolferJake78 on 06/15/2019
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Photo submitted by Robert1518933 on 04/25/2019
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Photo submitted by barry9114506 on 05/17/2017
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Photo submitted by sanwaldjf on 06/28/2016
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Photo submitted by itismej83 on 08/16/2014
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18th Fairway looking across the pond to the 18th green Photo submitted by bobby6830772 on 06/21/2013
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Photo submitted by u000001596690 on 10/15/2012
Beautiful course, terrible staff
The fairways and greens were wonderful. The mosquitoes are horrible and so was the staff. Even though we didn't have anyone waiting behind us, we were constantly being pushed to play faster. We were only given 5 minutes to get drinks and snacks at the turn, but no one was there to wait on us. For $105 a round, I expect to be treated better. I will NEVER play this course again!!!
Great condition
This was my first time playing this tough layout course. A lot of water. I've heard it can be very windy, but it wasn't on the day we played. The staff in the pro shop was very friendly. The course itself was in perfect conditions. Some of the bunkers had a little water from recent rains. The only downside was the mosquitoes. Like many of the courses in the Houston area, they were out in force, especially near the rough and bushes. Bring the strongest repellant you can find and you'll be OK. I'll definitely be back.
Beautiful Course
Fairways and greens were in great shape. Fun course with some challenging holes. Will definitely play here again.
Love this place
Love playing here every time I come to Galviston . The fairways are perfect and so are the greens. Bring bug spray, the mosquitos are crazy!
Great course. Bring bug spray
The course was amazing and we got the Hot Deal for 1/2 off. The starter warned us before the round about the mosquitoes and he wasn’t lying but we had spray in our bags already. Don’t hesitate to play this course
Moody
Greens and fairways were in great condition. Wind switched directions during the round, which caused me to really think about the right club to hit and avoid water. Number 18 was challenging but fun.
Very Windy Day
Course is very expensive for what you get. I wish I liked the course more, but the site is very flat and many of the holes are just not memorable. Course conditions for this time of the year were good.
Pace of play was great because I am sure the wind kept people away. Course is worth a play if you can get a deal, but not for the rack rates.
Aerated with a porthole auger
Not a bad course except the greens are aerated with a fairway aerator. They didn't put enough sand and now the greens are just bumps. Terrible job. #18 is a ridiculous par 4. There's no safe area off the tee that leaves you a reasonable approach. Otherwise not a bad course.
John at the Proshop has the worst customer service
The service with the pro-shop manager, John, was bad to the point that I am suspecting Jhe was discriminating against our 4-some. Even other employees behind the counter were looking at John amazed by his attitude towards customers. The course ownership needs to pay attention!
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In response to a recent review, we want to clarify the situation with Mr. Nguyen's booking on March 30, 2024. Mr. Nguyen arrived 10 minutes late for his 12:40 pm tee time, and with the necessary check-in process, his group would have been 20 minutes behind schedule. Given the full tee sheet due to Easter Weekend and Spring Break, the next available slot was at 3:20 pm. We offered this to Mr. Nguyen, respecting the schedule of other players who had arrived on time. Our decision was solely based on maintaining fairness and order, with no other motivations.