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Moody Gardens Golf Course
Rating Snapshot
5 Stars
706
4 Stars
282
3 Stars
39
2 Stars
10
1 Stars
7
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
5 Stars
14
4 Stars
5
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.2
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.5
5 Stars
52
4 Stars
16
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.6
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Course Highlights
Moody Gardens consistently impresses with well-maintained fairways, fast and true greens, and a challenging layout that uses water and sand beautifully. Friendly staff and a reliable beverage cart presence make every round here a rewarding experience.
About
Holes 18
Type Public/Resort
Style Links
Par 72
Length 6816 yards
Slope 145
Rating 78.9
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.
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Moody Gardens Golf Course
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| 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 |
Scorecard for Moody Gardens Golf Course
Metrics:
| 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 |
Hot Deals at Moody Gardens Golf Course
Hot Deals at Moody Gardens Golf Course
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Course Details
Year Built 1976
Fairways Paspalum Grass
Greens Paspalum Grass
Golf Season Year round
Rentals/Services
Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes
Practice/Instruction
Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes
Policies
Credit Cards Accepted All credit cards accepted
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Collared shirt & no denim.
Available Facilities
Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities
Reviews
4.6
Reviewer Photos
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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
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
I Recommend This Course
Great course
Great course and the wind always comes into play making it more difficult especially with water in play on many holes. The greens were in fabulous shape and rolled true. They're on the firm side so good shots with spin are required. Fairways were nice and green. Tee boxes were a little chewed up, but I could find areas that were just fine. Overall, great course in great shape and probably the best value out there.
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 03/30/2026:
We’re so glad you had a great experience! Thank you for the support — we’ll be ready to welcome you back for another great round.
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Great Greens
Water on 16 holes.
Not a course for high handicappers.
Great greens.
We love it.
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 03/20/2026:
We truly appreciate the five-star rating! It’s great to hear you enjoyed your visit — we’ll keep working hard to make every experience just as memorable.
Played On 03/12/2026
Reviews 15
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
I Recommend This Course
Mosquitoes are your group😂
Course is challenging and green were excellent. Bad mosquitoes bring your bug juice.
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
I Recommend This Course
Great coarse condition better than most this time of year.
During the short winter season we had this year I feel like this coarse took the cold weather the best. Fairways and greens are in good shape
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Good course Great Greens
Besides the fact that I 3 putted almost every hole. It was great
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 02/20/2026:
We’re so glad you had a great experience! Thank you for the support — we’ll be ready to welcome you back for another great round.
I Recommend This Course
Fun course
The course was in great condition and the pace of play was awesome. The design is great. The wind definitely comes into play. We had fun playing.
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 02/16/2026:
We’re so glad you had a great experience! Thank you for the support — we’ll be ready to welcome you back for another great round.
I Recommend This Course
Perfect greens
Greens are in great shape. Course is well maintained. With the warm weather, a great place to play and then hangout in Galveston.
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 01/05/2026:
Thanks for the glowing feedback! It’s always a pleasure hearing that guests had a fantastic time. Hope to see you again soon!
I Recommend This Course
Great Course!
I’ve always enjoyed playing here. Today was no exception. Course was in great shape! Greens held good shots, rolled fast but true.
Staff and marshals were very friendly and helpful.
Only 4 stars for course layout but that’s only because several of the holes don’t fit my eye.
I will definitely keep an eye out for more good deals here.
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Response from on 12/12/2025:
We really appreciate the five-star rating! It’s great to know you enjoyed your visit — we’ll keep working to make every experience just as good.
I Recommend This Course
Marshal
The marshal was rude and disrespectful never have been treated this way on any golf course I have played we were not playing slow
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Hi, u286802412. We would love to hear more about your 4-star experience on our course. Please tell us what we can do to earn that last star, and thanks for golfing at Moody Gardens Golf Course!