Greatwood Golf Club
About
Greatwood is known for its white sand bunkers and impressive par 3s, three of which play right at or over 200 yards. The 1989 Carlton Gipson design features elevated tees and greens that sandwich plush fairways and are contoured with mounds.
The 434-yard par 4 hole 5 is one difficult par, featuring a fairways loaded with bunkers and involves water on the approach. No. 18 goes 576, yards. While the tee shot is fairly standard, the second shot must land short of a plateau and might involve a blind approach shot if placed too far to the left. The intimidating approach plays into a green surrounded by water on three sides.
Getting there : From Hwy. 59 south, turn left on Crab River Rd., then make a left onto the other side of Hwy. 59. Look for Greatwood Pkwy. and make another left when you get there.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 72 | 6836 yards | 72.3 | 1308 |
| Blue | 72 | 6388 yards | 70.4 | 136 |
| White | 72 | 6009 yards | 68.8 | 132 |
| Red (W) | 72 | 5220 yards | 70.0 | 125 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 74.1/142 W: 81.6/148 | 360 | 362 | 401 | 197 | 434 | 533 | 214 | 396 | 564 | 3461 | 418 | 362 | 206 | 389 | 487 | 153 | 390 | 387 | 576 | 3368 | 6829 |
| Blue M: 72.0/140 W: 78.7/147 | 329 | 340 | 375 | 178 | 415 | 501 | 195 | 376 | 540 | 3249 | 374 | 341 | 178 | 369 | 476 | 132 | 370 | 342 | 556 | 3138 | 6387 |
| White M: 70.3/136 W: 76.3/142 | 312 | 317 | 356 | 160 | 393 | 482 | 180 | 352 | 512 | 3064 | 356 | 318 | 160 | 351 | 454 | 120 | 355 | 301 | 524 | 2939 | 6003 |
| Red M: 67.2/118 W: 71.9/128 | 277 | 296 | 327 | 133 | 340 | 430 | 148 | 295 | 459 | 2705 | 327 | 255 | 140 | 319 | 428 | 107 | 296 | 257 | 456 | 2585 | 5290 |
| Handicap | 15 | 17 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 9 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 12 | 14 | 18 | 8 | 16 | 6 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 11 | 13 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 17 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 14 | 16 | 12 | 4 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 6 |
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Photo submitted by u215505674 on 04/28/2024
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Photo submitted by u215505674 on 04/28/2024
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Photo submitted by u314159968851 on 02/08/2024
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Gator swimming in middle of pond Photo submitted by u314163524178 on 11/18/2023
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Photo submitted by KgvTpb0NHO2ClN4Cboz5 on 10/27/2023
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Photo submitted by u000006680707 on 02/19/2022
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Green on 18 Photo submitted by rrrod81 on 04/11/2021
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Photo submitted by rrrod81 on 04/11/2021
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Photo submitted by MKent54997 on 10/25/2020
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Photo submitted by MKent54997 on 10/25/2020
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Photo submitted by MKent54997 on 10/25/2020
Thursday Afternoon at GWGC
Course greens were being treated but the lady at the clubhouse did not mention it. Main advantage here is the ease of getting on to play. Some players still jump around different holes and pace of place is still somewhat slow (no marshal to manage the situation).
Good choice!
The course design is very good. The tees are uneven and very stiff.
The ball rolls a lot on the greens.
Otherwise, everything is fine.
January Thursday afternoon at GWGC
Course is ok for the value but there’s significant risk of being struck with golf ball as some players lack golf course etiquette (playing into other players ahead of them even when pace of play doesn’t warrant such behavior. Some players often “jump around” the course playing different holes (completely out of sequence). Overall lack of discipline and golf etiquette is common on this course -be careful when you play it!
Good layout
For the money you pay, this course has very good layout and decent conditions. Green and fairways are maintained better compared to other cheap courses around Houston. Some holes have island green which you don't see on cheap courses.
Under Repair
The course was in good condition however, there were several sections under repair. Also, there was a lot of standing water in various areas of the course.
Great course overall
The course is in relatively good condition. Enjoyed my time but I feel they could lower their price just a little.
Nice course
Greatwood is a challenging but enjoyable course. Friendly staff and good food.
Challenging!
A challenging course with lots of water. Enjoyable but you will probably lose a few balls.
Tough greens.
Great layout. No pun intended. This is a very long course; I wouldn't recommend walking. Stay in the fairways, hit greens, and if you're above the hole, expect to three-putt. The course is very reasonably priced.
My Review of Greatwood
Great golf course and great staff. The course was immaculate. Great tee boxes, superior greens. More than adequate bathroom facilities. The golf course is beautifully laid out and very challenging.