Iron Horse Golf Course
About
Iron Horse Golf Course is laid out in the floodplain of Fossil Creek, an area loaded with woods and a railroad that divides the property into three tracts. When Dick Phelps designed the golf course he loaded it with par 4s that are over 400 yards. This track has only two par 5s, but you'll get your money's worth as they are virtually impossible to reach in two. Iron Horse's best hole is the 462-yard, par-4 third hole, which is generally a bogey hole for the average golfer.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
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| Black | 70 | 6679 yards | 72.6 | 127 |
| Green | 70 | 6264 yards | 70.3 | 124 |
| White | 70 | 5713 yards | 68.3 | 115 |
| White (W) | 70 | 5713 yards | 74.0 | 138 |
| Front (W) | 70 | 5083 yards | 70.1 | 121 |
| Front | 70 | 5083 yards | 65.5 | 109 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 73.5/132 W: 79.9/142 | 420 | 433 | 465 | 543 | 158 | 352 | 335 | 182 | 410 | 3298 | 382 | 525 | 413 | 469 | 218 | 416 | 395 | 205 | 425 | 3448 | 6746 |
| Green M: 71.6/129 W: 77.6/137 | 395 | 419 | 450 | 518 | 145 | 335 | 308 | 165 | 380 | 3115 | 355 | 503 | 378 | 442 | 182 | 395 | 375 | 180 | 403 | 3213 | 6328 |
| Horse Track M: 70.0/124 W: 76.0/134 | 395 | 419 | 380 | 477 | 145 | 314 | 308 | 145 | 380 | 2963 | 355 | 456 | 378 | 425 | 182 | 360 | 375 | 140 | 403 | 3074 | 6037 |
| Blue M: 68.6/119 W: 74.5/131 | 379 | 383 | 380 | 477 | 133 | 314 | 295 | 145 | 349 | 2855 | 317 | 456 | 363 | 425 | 137 | 360 | 354 | 140 | 360 | 2912 | 5767 |
| Silver M: 66.0/114 W: 71.1/122 | 329 | 339 | 334 | 452 | 115 | 275 | 288 | 115 | 304 | 2551 | 287 | 428 | 337 | 383 | 122 | 279 | 333 | 120 | 317 | 2606 | 5157 |
| Red M: 63.1/107 W: 66.8/113 | 284 | 304 | 294 | 325 | 50 | 215 | 288 | 115 | 279 | 2154 | 287 | 358 | 262 | 322 | 107 | 222 | 268 | 90 | 287 | 2203 | 4357 |
| Handicap | 9 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 15 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 6 | 12 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 4 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap (W) | 9 | 3 | 7 | 15 | 17 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 11 | 6 | 8 | 12 | 2 | 16 | 14 | 10 | 18 | 4 |
Course Details
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Golf Advisor: Top 25 Most Improved U.S. Golf Courses (2021 #5)
Reviews
Reviewer Photos
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Lots of ground under repair on every fairway. This was one of the better ones. Photo submitted by Ken9948006 on 03/27/2023
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Number 4 view from tee. Photo submitted by BillTexasGolf on 08/25/2021
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6th hole fairway Photo submitted by shawnbell on 03/12/2020
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Hole 18 Photo submitted by TxChive on 10/10/2016
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Hole 8 Green Photo submitted by TxChive on 10/10/2016
Shot-maker's course
Shorter course that makes you play from position to position. The opportunity for risk/reward is there, but I only pulled the driver on 4 holes.
Course condition was excellent. Greens were as good as any public course in the metroplex. Minimal grain, looked like they had a good verti-cut/topdress program going. Speed was consistent and not too quick given the slope in the greens. Some spotty irrigation issues from tee to green, tough to avoid in August in Texas. Some tee boxes really need to be leveled.
Enjoyable course
Course is in good condition and somewhat challenging (for me, a beginner). The pace was great and the staff was very friendly.
Lack of cold water on every hole.
There was a lack of cold water on every hole. Water was available at every station but it was warm. Also noticed a lack of ball washers. Coarse was in great shape but play was slow. Not sure why play was slow.
Shot maker's course
This is a position course, on most holes , driver is not needed or even recommended. The green are generous and well maintained. It can be said there is water on every hole except #1. The two par fives are very birdieable in three shots but not receptive to 200 yard approaches. Later on Sat-Sun the skill and pace of play goes way down. But the recent price increases have lessened this, along with a concerted pace of play push. Matt maintains a courteous and helpful staff, even the cart and drink staff.
Nice course. Would not pay full price.
This is a well designed and cared for course. Fairly short, but offers plenty of challenges. Overall, the course is in good shape. All greens were very well kept, but many of the fairways had bare spots which are mostly around the edges. In my opinio. It is a fun course, but not something I would pay the regular $50-$60 fee to play.
Nice layout
I always enjoy playing this course. There are some challenging holes but the course is not too long
Great Round, Great Conditions!
Haven't played this course in several years. Course has been looking very good every time I drive by it, even with or hot summers. I had to play it, it was calling my name. Course was in immaculate condition, and we weren't pushed or held up the entire round. I paid fifty dollars plus fees on golfnow for myself, my son, and my stepson since he's fifteen was free. Was a great day and played one of my best rounds in over a month. Can't wait to get back out there. Great price for a great conditioned course.
The course was ready.
Iron Horse has something challenging on each hole whether it is a stream, the trees, a hard dog leg, the rough or the pin placement on the green, it is not going to make it easy on you.
The staff is friendly and responsive and the course itself is well maintained. The greens were in good shape. In close inspection, I'd day the previous golfers repaired their divots.
All in all, it's one of my favorite courses.
Need directions
Had heard about the course, and finally had a chance to play. Heavy rain the previous day created some issues to no fault of the course. How about some directions on the course as to where the next hole is. If it wasn't for others in my party being familiar, several times I'm riding what appeared to be to be towards the next hole only to find out I should have turned around, gone under the highway. A few signs would be very helpful. Otherwise enjoyed it.
Dump
Did I play the same course everyone else reviewed? The course was in awful shape. I understand that it's summer and the heat kills the grass but I've played several other places in the past week and they did not look anything like what I saw today. Not to mention that the grass being awful was only part of the problem. I'm shocked they don't give a discount since there is a huge construction project (the highway) in the middle of their golf course.
I'm not a cheap guy and I don't mind spending money to play at a nicer place (which this is not even close) but for what you get at Iron Horse, you should be paid to play the course. Not even the carts were nice. Just about every place in DFW is a better value.
As I was leaving, I wanted to tell the people that were coming into the parking lot to turn around, go home. and save their money.
Do not play this.
Friendly staff, Great greens
This was my first time here and I had a great time. Carts have GPS, fairways are relatively narrow for a good challenge, and the greens are rock hard so you may roll off the green on approach but that also keeps the putting from bouncing around from all the divots. The staff were all very friendly. Marshals made it a priority to keep the pace going. If it weren't for the beginners in front of us, we would have gotten through the course in close to three and a half hours. The food was also delicious at great prices. Overall, Great experience. Will be going back.
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Very much enjoyed myself. I live in Plano and the drive there was worth it. Course was in really good shape and the day was very enjoyable
Great but a little hard to get to
With construction on 870 it is hard to get to but well worth the money/drive!
Like always
This course is almost always in good shape. Head pro Chris is a real good guy and will continue to get my business weekly of I can!!!
Great round except for cart path only
This was one of many times I have played here! Love the course! Only downfall was the weather earlier in the day. Didn't dampen our spirits though! Great time!
Great course at reasonable price
This course is always in great shape and the layout is a combination of fun and challenging. Not too easy and not hard either. The GPS system in the cart is always nice too.
Great Public Course
Excellent value, some areas on the course were being repaired but overall it was in great shape. The staff here is as friendly and helpful as they come. Will definitely come back.
fun course
My husband and I booked a round of golf on golfnow.com cost was 54.00 for both of us. What a bargin. For a public course it was a great condition and the layout was nice. A few blind holes and carry over creeks on various holes. Great having gps on carts. Would play again next time I am in town.
You have a ball washer on your golf cart. It is located just behind the driver's seat.