Crystal Falls Golf Course
About
While it hasn't received as much publicity as the other Hill Country tracks since it opened around 1990, Crystal Falls Golf Club is definitely worthy of praise. Highlighted by one of the greatest par 3s in Texas and some outstanding topography, this is one of those courses you'll want to play at least once, if only for the views. In addition to the scenery, the main thing everyone talks about here is the severely sloping fairways that provide problems for those who hit the ball left-to-right. The famous par 3 in question is the 192-yard 11th, featuring a phenomenal view and a 200-yard drop to the green. Club selection is a crap-shoot at best, and the green is surrounded by mounds.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 72 | 6654 yards | 73.4 | 131 |
| White | 72 | 6164 yards | 70.6 | 126 |
| Red (W) | 72 | 5194 yards | 66.7 | 118 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue M: 73.7/135 | 502 | 164 | 389 | 410 | 435 | 432 | 510 | 161 | 430 | 3433 | 346 | 192 | 506 | 346 | 384 | 160 | 357 | 381 | 549 | 3221 | 6654 |
| White M: 71.8/130 W: 76.2/134 | 479 | 145 | 362 | 390 | 375 | 399 | 491 | 135 | 407 | 3183 | 322 | 168 | 472 | 334 | 335 | 148 | 340 | 352 | 535 | 3006 | 6189 |
| Green M: 67.8/125 W: 72.3/127 | 433 | 130 | 329 | 284 | 331 | 310 | 425 | 130 | 360 | 2732 | 315 | 161 | 418 | 325 | 286 | 140 | 300 | 312 | 490 | 2747 | 5479 |
| Red M: 66.6/122 W: 70.7/123 | 400 | 92 | 288 | 280 | 319 | 300 | 355 | 106 | 340 | 2480 | 290 | 138 | 405 | 272 | 270 | 130 | 278 | 290 | 454 | 2527 | 5007 |
| Handicap | 9 | 17 | 13 | 11 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 10 | 16 | 8 | 12 | 4 | 18 | 14 | 6 | 2 | |||
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
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Photo submitted by Alopez1n on 06/30/2025
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Photo submitted by BNatty on 12/03/2024
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Photo submitted by BNatty on 12/03/2024
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Photo submitted by VHJN1P8vAab6oulsH7kl on 09/20/2023
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Photo submitted by DarthMcIlroy on 04/22/2023
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Photo submitted by DarthMcIlroy on 04/22/2023
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1st Tee Box Photo submitted by sosaman222 on 06/18/2022
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Wild deer on course Photo submitted by matengula on 10/20/2020
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Photo submitted by matengula on 10/20/2020
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Photo submitted by matengula on 10/20/2020
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Photo submitted by Richie4326581 on 09/23/2019
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Photo submitted by Richie4326581 on 09/23/2019
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Photo submitted by Richie4326581 on 09/23/2019
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So nice to play a comfortable round of golf in December. Photo submitted by GordonATX on 07/19/2013
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11th Hole at Crystal Falls Golf Course, Leander TX Photo submitted by wshowers on 12/02/2012
Challenging but enjoyable
Have played this course a few times and always enjoy it. Definitely need to keep balls in play, as going OB usually means reaching for a new golf ball. Well maintained, GPS in the carts, pace of play is never an issue here either.
Note to management:
I booked as a single and was told I'd have to pay for my own cart because I wasn't comfortable sharing with a random person. I was speaking with a younger gentleman who explained that if I booked through Golfnow that was a rule. Nothing on GolfNow says anything about this.
As we were trying to figure this out, a Chinese man got an attitude out of nowhere and said if I didn't like it I could leave. We argued a bit and the younger guy in the clubhouse said he'd make an exception and give me the cart this time. FYI, It was a Friday afternoon tee time, there's no chance you'd be short on carts. Plus, it was raining.
Good customer service is hard to come by. Maybe hire fewer people and pay them more.
Dishonest front desk
I was charged cart fees even though they only had 3-some going out. Front desk lies about 3-other players being checked in before me. I had to pay $18 extra, I’m ok with charge if it is valid and within reason. However, not Ok with feeling cheated.
Hello, u000005356149. Thank you for visiting us at Crystal Falls Golf Course. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.
great use of the land
very hilly course. fairways are all slanted, but they offset that with a relatively short distance. really fun par 3s.
Hi, Williamkruft. We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. Thank you for the 4 stars! We aim for a 5-star experience, so we always welcome feedback for improvement. Thank you for playing Crystal Falls Golf Course.
Hi, u000005569189. Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Crystal Falls Golf Course.
Great course in Leander, Texas
First time playing Crystal Falls GC. Excellent set up, scenic views. Holes 2 and 14(?) have beautiful drops. Entire course is fairly exciting for the casual player, short but with tight fairways on the Par 5s.
Club House required masks but did not appear to enforce. I was startled by a group of old folk in bathroom without masks (never mind). Club House needs minor improvements to make it more inviting.
Great course, great conditions
One of my favorite courses in the Austin area. Great layout, challenging even though there's not a single sand trap.
Bunkerless slopefest
This is a course that plays way harder than it looks or should in my opinion. There’s no bunkers but the course is really tight most of the time and lined with trees and native area that’s an absolute golf ball muncher. It’s also so sloped that you’re lucky to have a flat lie even in the middle of the fairway. The greens were really baked out which was fun but also added to the difficulty. Overall it’s a fun, well kept course with a different style of play than almost anything else in the area.
Good day... fun round
Best part of the day.. hole in 1 on the 15th hole.
Great Value for the Money
Pros: Course is in good shape. Several holes that are very scenic and fun to play. Pace of play was good on a busy day.
Cons: too many blind shots and fairways that slope towards trouble. Luckily we were paired with someone that knew the course well. Otherwise it would have been a lot more frustrating.
Overall: would recommend Crystal Falls primarily for the scenery and value, especially on the north side of Austin.
Good course. Excellent condition. Pace of play excellent. Challenging course layout. Got tee time as hot deal so worth the money.
FUN and pretty course.
It a very fun course and good condition .
Couple complaints I have is No drinking water is out for course in 100 degrees in Texas no carts come by to buy either...
I understand it COVD19 is issues but giving water and paper cups should be open to it .I feel like lot of golf course are actually lazy and taking advantage of situations to do nothing ..
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Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating, Jamesjunli777! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Crystal Falls Golf Course!