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Value
4.6
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.1
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Course Highlights
Bay Forest delivers outstanding value with a fun, well-designed layout and consistently solid course conditions that drain impressively even after heavy rain. Friendly, professional staff make repeat visits a reliable choice for golfers seeking a quality round.

About

Holes 18
Type Public/Municipal
Par 72
Length 6768 yards
Slope 135
Rating 73.0

Amongst the chemical plants, refinery towers, and wood-lined waterways of La Porte lies the 18-hole Jay Riviere municipal known as Bay Forest. Riviere's design opened in 1988, featuring a tight front nine that opens up on the lake-dominated back side. Water is in play on 16 of 18 holes. Because of La Porte's proximity to the Gulf, the coastal winds make this a long course.

Despite its tight nature, the front nine offers a few nice birdie opportunities, including the short par 3 No. 6. This hole generally only requires a 9 iron to carry the bunker fronting the green.

On the back, the par 5 No. 10 is one of the most birdie-friendly holes on the course. It's followed by the signature No. 11-a great-looking dogleg right that bends around a pond to a well-bunkered green. The play with the approach on 11 is to leave it below the hole.

The par 5 No. 18 is a challenging finisher that requires good golf shots into the wind and the accuracy to avoid the water that sneaks into the fairway in the landing area from the right. The second shot must carry water and a bunker, and the recommended play on the approach is to keep it on the right side of the green.

Getting there : From Hwy. 45 south, take the 610 Loop north. When you come to Hwy. 225 head east and take the Pasadena exit. Turn right, find Hwy. 146 and go south (right). Next, get off at the Fairmont Pkwy. exit and turn left. When you get to South Broadway St., turn right and drive 1 mile to the course. The clubhouse is on the right side of the street.

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Course Details

Year Built 1988
Golf Season Year round
Architect Jay Riviere

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill

Available Facilities

Conference Facilities

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4.4
741 Reviews (741)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 15
Patio Dining 9
Brunch 6
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 25
Bunkers 14
Forced Carries 13
This course/club is great for:
Locals 20
Advanced Golfers 18
Seniors 12
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 15
Worth the Drive 14
In the 'Burbs 10

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Reviews 33
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

When it’s in good shape, it’s great.

In good shape right now but can be a bit rugged at times. They’re punching it next week so let’s hope it comes back strong.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 10
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice layout, great shape

I’ve played here a few times over the past year so I wasn’t surprised but I was pleased that it hadn’t changed. Very nice coastal layout. Enough water to add some character. Fairways and greens in very good shape. Ftont desk and snack bar staff make you feel welcome. All at a great rate.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 50
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

golfer55

greens were very fast course was in good condition

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 50
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

greens good shape

the course was in good shape and the greens were running fast. finished in 4 hrs.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

NICE FAST GREENS !

Kelly, Greg and team are Great guys! Always welcoming.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Always in Great Shape

This is our go to course in the Houston area for the price. Always in good shape , greens fast and true. Most courses comparable in price seem to struggle with the condition of their greens due to the dry and windy weather this spring. Fairways will only get better with some needed rain. Fun course to play.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Previously Played

Employees suck

The main dude charged me too much for my green fee because I live in Laporte. I told him about his mistake he said no it's right. My friend came in we golf together he was changed the same as I was but he doesn't live in Laporte. I brought it to the rude dude behind the counter he then said he made a mistake yeah right. Then he goes to grab my credit card out of my hand not very smart. I have played here for years but never again because of this one rude dude. Stupid

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

overbooked

The course was not that impressive but it wasn't the worst I've seen either. The staff bunched all of us GolfNow people together regardless of how we wanted to play. We had to start on the back nine because the 1st tee had a long line because of overbooking tee times. Then we had to be finished on that nine by 2 hours with a packed course. It took way too long to finish the course. Then they closed the front for maintenance so you had to wait on the back nine for slow play. Several people didn't even finish their rounds including myself. Didn't like the overall experience from the pairing's to the speed of play.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Fair
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 24
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always a good place to play

I’ve been playing here for 20yrs and the course is always in good shape. My only knock is the pace of play. They usually have the whole course packed. I’d like to see the Marshall push some of the slower groups on some occasions so we could finish a round in under 4.5hrs. I plan on coming back many more times. A little far to drive to but at the golfnow hot deal rate it was worth it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great Track and Challenge

The golf course layout is pretty solid. There is lots of water here but the fairways are more than wide enough. If you are a long hitter off the tee, beware of a few of the holes that water cuts through them... You'll hit a beautiful drive, right down the middle, right into the dad gum water. The greens were in great shape and were running fast, making putts or missing puts will be up to you. Overall a good course, will definitely play it again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 44
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Not bad

The course is in good shape. The first par 5 was cartpath only, it would of been nice to know that when we tee’d off. Overall not too bad, a couple of the guests in the group behind us could benefit from some golf edict.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Good Muni style track

Fun play out here. Winds can be a challenge off of Galveston Bay. Greens were dry and fast, rolled true. Crowned up green complexes were difficult to chip from at times, as there were many tight lies and to negotiate. Overall lots of fun for the money, and will return.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 26
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Old Gem

Always enjoy playing here. Course is always in good condition. Staff is friendly and courteous. When the wind is gusting of the bay. This course is quite the challenge.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 67
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart

Cart Path Only

The course was cart path only because of the rains in the last week. The fairways were decent to hit from, not very wet. The greens were good for putting true.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

GREAT DEAL!

My wife and I wanted to play and the weather was ok, if a little windy. course was wet from recent rain but considering the end of January, it was a GREAT day! Came to this course because of the spectacular deal! only $12 per player with a 1:00 pm Tee off.

Great day and while prices here are normally good, especially with the GREAT condition the course is in, but this deal was unbeatable.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Solid play and great price!

Got a hot time for this one at $12 each. Was fantastic and the weather cooperated too.

Happy to say course was in great condition even for end of January.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
First Time Playing

Pace and time

Tee time 11am were there little over hour plus, Did hit some at range, putting and stretching. We noticed one one had tee'd off it was 10:30 still on one waiting we inquired if we could start since one was even close to being ready. We were told they had paired us with two others and that it was not allowed. So we waited another ten mins or more finally two guy showed up but it wasn't our group. Since we were told only groups of 4 were playing. So as we waited two guys teed off even though not a 4some, Finally our guys showed up. So as were were on first hole behind us another two some teed off after them another two teed off. We told the guy's behind us to play thru. While on second hole two more guys were pushing us, we let them play thru. The only 4 some ahead and behind was us. Then the Marshall came to us and we were told to pick up the pace. We had a total of 3 visits from the Marshall. All rude and we replied the reason wasn't our pace but the fact there were several 2 Somers before and after. Golf is a head game, we were fighting the course and the Marshalls. Not going to play Bay Forest again that from the 4 guys being hurried and mad!!!!

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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