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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.
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Golfer Photos
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Photo submitted by Alopez1n on 06/30/2025
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Photo submitted by u7263023 on 06/30/2025
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Photo submitted by OBhaV on 12/03/2024
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Photo submitted by OBhaV on 12/03/2024
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Photo submitted by Trooper10369 on 07/16/2024
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Photo submitted by E46SC3 on 04/08/2024
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Photo submitted by E46SC3 on 04/08/2024
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Photo submitted by E46SC3 on 04/08/2024
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Photo submitted by VHJN1P8vAab6oulsH7kl on 09/20/2023
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Photo submitted by VHJN1P8vAab6oulsH7kl on 09/20/2023
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Photo submitted by VHJN1P8vAab6oulsH7kl on 09/20/2023
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Photo submitted by VHJN1P8vAab6oulsH7kl on 09/20/2023
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Photo submitted by Shazzi0331 on 07/06/2023
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Photo submitted by u000007831432 on 06/11/2023
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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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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
Golfer Reviews
ok course
Course is decent with a few holes not designed very well in my opinion. Most holes are cart path only and cart will quit on you if you stray. We played 6 courses around nw Austin and this was our least favorite.
Course needs cart maintenance and not making extra holes "cart path only"
Good:
- The price myself and my wife got from Golf Now
- The very nice and friendly lady at the club house bar
- The course layout is challenging
- The evidence of their spring aeriation and over-seeding is re-assuring
Bad:
- The DGS (?) GPS system inside the cars need to be re-aligned. Without going over the "CARTS" sign, or traveling more than 5 feet off the actual fairway, we got 5+ annoying beeps or continuous tones telling us we were off the course. One one occasion, the cart completely shut down. I spent the next five minutes having to look up the clubhouse and have them reset my car. All the while, there are groups stacking up behind us.
When the shut down happened I was on the fairway at least 8 feet from the CART sign. Besides being embarassing, it was pretty irritating when after the reset we were subjected to 10 minutes telling us that we were behind pace, we needed to let people pass through, or thank you messages. Beep, beep, beep...
- We all understand that PAR 3 are cart path only, but Crystal Falls also shut down using the cart on three PAR 4;s and one PAR 5 for what the Marshall told us was water. Well guess what, there wasn't a water problem that couldn't have been easily marked off like they did on the 18th hole. On everyone of these holes, I checked at every shot for water or squishyness. Nothing... Thanks Crystal Falls...
- Since when does a $60-70 a player course not have a cooler on the cart?
Tough course with great greens
The course was in decent shape. The greens were fast and rolled very true. This is one of the more challenging courses that I have played in the area. Very few holes that are not guarded by hazards.
Better than most
Considering the time of year the course was in good shape. I always enjoy this layout because of the variety of hole and the terrain changes.
Augusta's greens are not this difficult
I enjoy playing this course, I like courses that present a challenge and this course always does. However the greens do not have enough grass on them, they are smooth and roll true but for how hilly the course is the greens are just unfair. Balls in my group were rolling all over the place. Bring your light putter until grass gets to grow some more, Course was in great shape for February, just be prepared to have a lot of 3 putts and try and stay below the pins.
Great Day to play Golf
Who would have expected almost 70 degrees on Jan. 6th? Registered as a single and joined up with 2 gentlemen. Couldn't have turned out any better. Both men were around my age (65ish) and each of them had game. One was local from Lago Vista and the other a retired assistant pro from Torrey Pines. We all challenged each others shots and had a great time with each other. The course was in excellent shape for the time of year. The greens were fair if you had a touch for extremely fast greens. Will definitely return to this course in the future.
Hidden Hill Country Gem
Course was in excellent condition for our round on Christmas eve. Course is fair but challenging with narrow fairways and small, undulating greens. Interesting note is that there are no sander bunkers on the course. Definitely well worth the drive from Austin.
challenging
Some challenging holes. They put sand on the greens and they are fast, you would think they would be slow. Fairways need a bit of water, but not bad for being in a drought.
Have played this course several times, problem was,there was a fivesome in front of us who never offered a playthrough. 10 to 15 wait per hole. Did n
Have played this course several times, problem was, there was a five some in front of us who never offered a play through. 10 to 15 minute wait per hole. 3 carts followed every players shot. Did not see one marshal the whole 18.
good value thru golf now
Course is really nice and scenic. cant wait to play again.
Nice course and good value through golf now
Keep putting out the 19.00 golf now round and I will play 4 times a month. For that price this course is perfect and they do a good job of upkeep. I made a lot of good putts and can thank the greens keeper for taking good care of the course.
Thanks again for the golf now 19.00 round. I wouldn't come here without it due to driving distance.
Rainy but awsme
Very friendly staff. Course in great condition. GPS great. Can't wait to go back
fast and unpredictable greens
good course to play. can play fast if you want. good gps.
cons: can't bring your own beer, drinks. food is not all that good.
I Love This Course!!!
I've been here a few times and I'm always impressed especially for the price. It's a beautiful course and holes 2 & 10 are my favorite anywhere bc you're hitting off the top of the hill/cliff down to the greens. The staff has always been great to me and my guests that I bring to play. If you're coming from Austin then it'll be a 20-30 min drive to get there but well worth it. I recommend playing here any chance you get, and if you have not been here yet then be planned to be blown away with how beautiful it is!
Love this place
Course is a top notch facility! Nice driving range, putting and chipping areas, clubhouse, nice gas carts and very fun picturesque course! What's not to love! Greens were sanded today, so the greens were a bit challenging, but still very playable. Will be back , soon!