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3.8
817 Reviews (817)
5 Stars
274
4 Stars
385
3 Stars
92
2 Stars
35
1 Stars
31
Conditions
3.7
Value
3.4
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.1
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.7
74.6%
Recommend this course
708 out of 817 reviews
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3.0
31 Reviews (31)
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
9
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
5
1 Stars
5
Conditions
2.5
Value
2.5
Layout
3.8
Pace
3.3
Amenities
3.3
StaffFriendliness
4.0
48.4%
Recommend this course
15 out of 31 reviews
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3.5
53 Reviews (53)
5 Stars
14
4 Stars
17
3 Stars
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2 Stars
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Conditions
3.2
Value
3.0
Layout
4.1
Pace
3.6
Amenities
3.5
StaffFriendliness
4.1
62.3%
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33 out of 53 reviews
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Course Highlights
Cinco Ranch features a well-regarded layout with lush fairways and a pace of play that keeps rounds moving smoothly. Friendly, professional staff and solid course amenities consistently deliver a well-rounded round worth booking.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 71
Length 6922 yards
Slope 133
Rating 73.8

Carlton Gipson designed the Golf Club At Cinco Ranch in the early 1990s. It's a long golf course that features an ocean of water impacting play on 16 of 18 holes. For the most part, the holes are straight and open, with minimal trees framing the paths to the greens. The greens are unique because of the unusually shaped bunkers that create very different short game challenges from what one normally finds. One of the best holes is no. 4, a 557-yard par 5 that features an approach shot over water into an elevated green. In addition to the water, the green is fronted by a bunker that is at least 10 feet below the hole. This requires a phenomenal, blind bunker shot for an up-and-down.

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Course Details

Year Built 1994
Golf Season Year round
Architect Carlton Gipson

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Hemmed walking shorts, Sleeveless blouses with collars for women only, Traditional slacks, khakis and jeans, Denim shorts are acceptable; Short-shorts, bathing suits, cut-offs, gym or jogging shorts, scrubs, cotton sweat suits are unacceptable

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

3.8
817 Reviews (817)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 17
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 25
Undulating Greens 19
Water Hazards 18
This course/club is great for:
Locals 24
Advanced Golfers 16
Entertaining Clients 9
This Course's Location is:
In the 'Burbs 20
Convenient to the City 18
Worth the Drive 10

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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Greens too firm

The greens were way too firm. Approach shots were literally bouncing 10' high after landing on the greens.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
1.0
Previously Played

Herding Cattle

I have been playing this course for well over 10 years and it used to be a friendly place to play with a neighborhood atmosphere. Now they over book tee times and herd you like cattle to get everyone in. They did not let me go off in a twosome even though I booked a tee time in the pro shop that they said would allow me to go off with a twosome. The starter ended up grouping us with another twosome to make a foursome. When I told him that I would like to play as a twosome he got upset and called the pro shop. They said if I wanted to play it would have to be a foursome. I ended up getting a refund for the round and went to Meadowbrook Farms down the road. Much better course with much better people running the show. Cinco Ranch GC used to be a friendly place. Now it's run by an arrogant staff. Would not recommend this place if you are looking for a relaxing round of golf. If you are into being paraded around and rushed, this place is for you.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Re: great course

I often play here once a week and compared to most courses in Houston this one you get your money worth !! Excellent greens all though the putting greens can be pressed down a bit but over all great course friendly staff .

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Coming along nicely

Fairways nice and coming back nicely from winter.
The greens a little bumpy but again, will be nice and fast in a couple of weeks .
I cant wait till the traps are finished. They were more like sludge land fills, but looks like that problem has been addressed and is being taken care of.
Great relaxing feeling. Only wish was able to get on as a single and play alone, but everyone will want to play on this course so that may not be an option.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Great course

Very nice afternoon round... A little slow but the course played well.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

nice course

great layout but they are changing out the sandtraps to small rocks

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good course

Very slow took over 3 hrs to play 9 holes. The golf course however is great greens are fast.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Not Worth It

I have played Cinco at least 25 times. Over the past couple of years, I have seen it decline. The greens were rough. The bunkers are not draining...they were muddy. A couple of the green were under construction, yet there was no mention prior to booking. The golf carts have been having problems... weak batteries that either make them go slow, or they simple die. Over the past month, I have had 2 carts die. They are often overbooked...and my teetime slips. Today, there was absolutely no food, except hotdogs (uggg)...and the onions and relish were empty. I have had enough. No more.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Used cart

Upgrades make a difference

New upgraded touch screen GPS in the carts are awesome. You know how to avoid hazards if you haven't played there before. Greens are more consistent and in good shape. Some minor construction going on but overall course is in great shape. Had a very slow foursome in front of us and they added almost an entire hour to our round.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Fair weather
Used cart

Texas Hospitality

I have been playing this course when visiting family for over a decade. They always do a great job making me feel welcome. Greens were on great shape. Look forward to my next round.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

$$$

Good track but not worth $70. It's more of a $40 type of course. At least in march when it's not green and the greens aren't rolling yet.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good time

My father and I played this course for the first time. Everyone was courteous except for one Marshall and the pace of play was a little slow even though we're not ones to look for our balls- we typically play best ball or shoot from the fair away to make sure we're not behind.

Decided to only play 9 holes after a Marshall moved our cart and yelled at us for putting 2 tires off the cart path on a 'cart path only' par 3. We 're definitely ones to follow the rules (not scoring rules), but it just left a sour taste to us. I live in the Katy area and won't go back. GPS feature is neat in the carts. Great price for a pretty average course. I'll spend a little more for less babysitting next time.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great course, loved by Geordies

Played as part of a fourball. Lovely course, some cracking holes. Really enjoyed it. We will be back to take more money off William's boys, who we were playing against. Excellent

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Love this course

I really like this course. They do a good job keeping it on pace.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

Good Course, but not for $72

This is a good course, some nice holes. but definetly not worth paying $72. this course is more like a $35 to $45 dollar range. NO WAY THIS COURSE SHOULD BE CHARGING ABOVE 50! i would recommend this course but not when green fees are that high. $30 green fees for 5:00 pm tee time. dont think so.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Course

Loved the GPS in cart, and the availability of knowing where the players are ahead of you on the blind holes.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

Pleasant Day

Golfing at Cinco Ranch golf course was good. The greens and tee's were in great shape as well as many fairways. The only issue we had was that the snack bar didn't have enough turkey sandwiches!! But the concession stand girl was very nice and apologetic.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Fair weather
Used cart

GOOD DAY FOR GOLF

WE PLAYED MIDAFTERNOON. COURSE WAS NOT CROWDED BECAUSE WEATHER WAS COLD. FAIRWAYS WERE IN GOOD SHAPE, AS WAS THE GREENS.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course is in good condition

Ground is soft due to the rain, greens are thicker than usual.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice course overall

Can get a little crowded on the weekends, but great setup with some challenging holes. A well maintained course with a great range.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
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