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3.5
648 Reviews (648)
5 Stars
116
4 Stars
286
3 Stars
152
2 Stars
53
1 Stars
41
Conditions
3.2
Value
4.2
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.3
75.3%
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519 out of 648 reviews
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3.4
20 Reviews (20)
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Conditions
3.0
Value
4.0
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.4
StaffFriendliness
4.4
60.0%
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12 out of 20 reviews
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3.5
55 Reviews (55)
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Conditions
3.1
Value
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Layout
4.2
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.5
StaffFriendliness
4.5
70.9%
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39 out of 55 reviews
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Course Highlights
Bayou Golf Course delivers outstanding value, consistently praised as the best bang for your buck in the Houston-Galveston area. Exceptionally friendly staff and a water-protected layout that challenges golfers of all skill levels keep players coming back.

About

Holes 18
Type Public/Municipal
Par 72
Length 6665 yards
Slope 114
Rating 71.0

Joe Finger laid the Bayou out in the 1970s. The links-style course he carved out of the 200 acres along Moses Bayou has plenty of water and elevated tees and greens. The Galveston Bay winds affect this open course, so the 6,665-yard, par 72 plays significantly longer. Every par 5 is over 500 yards, and four of the par 4s are over 400 yards.

On the front, the long par 4 No. 6 is tough because the approach must carry the bayou to a tiny green. And No. 10 involves a lake off the tee and on the approach.

The back is what really tears into the soul of a golfer, though, presenting a 580-yard double dogleg on No. 15 followed just a short while later by the ridiculous 475-yard par 4 17th. This hole is lined on the left by old Moses, and water hazards creep into the fairway. The inevitably long approach goes into an elevated green guarded by water.

Getting there : From Hwy. 146 south, turn right on Loop 197, and head over to Ted Dudley Dr. Turn right, and the course is on the right side of the street.

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Course Details

Year Built 1974
Greens Mini-Verde Ultra Dwarf Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Joe Finger (1974) Mike Nuzzo (2014)

Rentals/Services

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, Discover
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper golf attire required. Collar shirts with sleeves must be worn.

Food & Beverage

Snacks

Available Facilities

Clubhouse
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Reviews

3.5
648 Reviews (648)

What Golfers Are Saying

Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 9
Bunkers 7
Undulating Greens 6
This course/club is great for:
Locals 7

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Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 41
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

On the Bayou

Was kind of disappointed with the starter & marshal. They had twosomes, threesomes, & fivesomes on the course. The starter should pair golfers up to establish foursomes when possible. Had a number of golfers playing from the tips that could not even get to the forward tees on a number of holes.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course don't have features

Good course but to many people play slow space they have marshals but don't said anything they are more focused on picking up loss balls and filled out divots. I appreciate that they trying to take care the course but you can not play 18 holes in 3-3:30 hours normally you ended up playing at least 5 hours 18 holes. Ridiculously.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good loca track with nice amenities

This is a really fun course to play and it is very forgiving on almost every hole. The course is in very good condition and with the exception of some crab grass on some greens (minimal) it gives you a great value for the price. I play here once a month or so and will continue to do so. Another great feature is their par 3 track that seems to be in very good condition from what I can tell. I haven't played it yet but it looks great and would be perfect for jr golfers.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fun day

This course has gone through some renovations since I last played it. It is much improved. The fairways were plush. The greens were fast and undulating. The sandtraps were very well kept and very playable. Staff was friendly and helpful. Every group was quick to let me play through.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good value golf course

The course was in decent shape. The fairways had good coverage of Bermuda. The greens were a little on the quick side, not extremely fast. They still had a little poa annua growth. Very good value.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Not sure, but....

Since I've only played Southern state courses in the Winter, it's hard to judge course conditions.

Sure Moody has better, thicker grass on its fairways and greens, but is it enough to justify the higher cost?

No.

Bayou has a nice layout with water and sand hazards, but not too difficult for kids to play. Also,

one won't lose as many balls!

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good Course at Great Rate

This course is kept in good shape. The fairways do struggle some after heavy rains, but maintenance works quickly to get it back to shape. The greens are always in great shape, fast and tricky. Price is low and staff is always friendly. Good food at the clubhouse, too.

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

Wind and Water

The course is wide open and greatly effected by coastal winds, so club up some. Lots of water and watch out for the GATOR on 17. The course is in great shape...

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great course

First time to play here, found the course in excellent condition. Staff very friendly. Overall had a great time.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 21
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Fun course

Good value for the money. Going to the Bayou course I was hoping to see more gaters, only saw 1 small one. Other then that we enjoyed the course.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 55
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Fun and challenging

What a fun course to play. It was pretty windy when I played which made it more. Gary in the pro shop warned me that the greens were quick and he was right. They were deceivingly fast and undulated. This is a must play if you're in the area.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

well worth the money

Greens were the best part of the course undulating and fast. Had rained s traps were wet. I got a hot deal , but the regular prices are cery well worth the price. played alone in 3/12 hrs with lots of practice shots Let 1 twosome go through me. a few par four holes were a little long to carry the hazard on the second shot so I had to lay up. I am not a long hitter so need two good shots on most holes

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 54
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good not great

1st time playing the course and had high hopes based on the reviews on GolfNow. The course was in decent shape. The fairways were decent, greens were actually very good, but some of the tee boxes had tall grass. I was expecting something more like Moody Gardens. Needless to say it was a step, or two, below MG. Overall, it was a nice track. I wouldn't drive the hour from my house to play it again, but I would drive the 75 minutes to play Moody Gardens again!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 38
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

18 Holes in Texas City

The greens began to get faster as the day progressed, but challenging and fun they were. Several sharp dog legs make you think about club selections. Just a few intimidating holes here. Very wet near the greens this day. The last time I played here was about 20 years ago. Oh yes -and the burgers were better than expected.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 42
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Wildlife abounds

Greens being the true test of a course, this course passes with praise. While one or two greens had small rough areas the rest where superb with good speed and interesting contours. The tide had adversely affected a couple fairways but the maintenance crew had the whole course well manicured. Small clubhouse and restrooms without AC but the weather was perfect so didn't make a difference.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 56
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

First time to play Bayou Golf Club

Have lived in Greater Houston area for over 40 years and had never played Bayou Golf Club until my golf league, www.littlejohngolfleague, scheduled a tournament there.

The greens there are fairly new so they are very firm. They also are pretty fast and have lots and lots of undulations. Putting was a chore for me.

Tee boxes were in good shape. The fairways were also pretty nice. There were some serious are spots in the rough and it was no where near trees...just out in the open.

The bunkers are all small but they were groomed and were easy to get out of if you make a good swing. Decent covering of sand.

The course has a fair amount of water. It is not overly tight but there are many holes with trouble both left and right.

Having never played the course before, there were some shots I would like to have had over or aimed to a different spot. Local knowledge of the course would be helpful. Also, more time spent putting on the practice greens might have been helpful too.

The staff was friendly and helpful.

The food in the grill was very good. I had a burger and fries.

Overall a very nice, family oriented golf facility.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Great Course

This year the course has been kept in great condition and it is fun to play. Staff is also friendly and helpful. Golf Now made our cost a super value.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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