675 Flying L Dr, Bandera, Texas 78003, US
(830) 796-7745
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About Flying L Guest Ranch

Flying L Guest Ranch is a family-friendly getaway full of outdoor activities located northwest of San Antonio. The former dude ranch has a long aviation history, purchased by Colonel John H. Lapham from Polish settlers, and the resort's opening was featured in Life Magazine. Today, highlights of this sprawling, family-owned property are the many outdoor activities for the family, staring with a swimming pool and water park, but also include horseback riding, wagon rides and miniature golf. Also onsite are horseshoe pits, playgrounds and tennis. Nightly activities feature western entertainment and campfire s'mores. Located on the San Julian Creek, guests can enjoy fishing. The 18-hole golf course features scenic, Hill Country backdrops, rolling hills and oak trees.

Facts

Price Range$$, $
Property Class★★★
Acres542
Year Opened1947
Number of UnitsLess than 100

Amenities

RestaurantsCasual, Bar
Room TypesRoom, Suite, Villas/Casitas, Fractional Ownership
Short CourseYes
TennisYes
Practice FacilityYes
Banquet SpaceYes

Services

Kids ProgramYes
ConciergeYes

Rules

Is the resort pet friendly?No
Is resort stay required for a tee time?No

Golf courses at Flying L Guest Ranch

Reviews

3.8
153 Reviews (153)
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Reviews 40
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
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Nestled in the Texas Hill Country, this course is senic and fun to play.

The fairways and Tee boxes are in very good shape for as little rain as they have had. Three of the greens need some work but as spring moves in and the rains provide some natural water, they are sure to get better.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Enjoyed

Enjoyed playing this course. Second time. Would recommend!

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Fun course with great views of the Hill Country

This is a good Hill Country course. They keep making improvements. Course in good condition for the Hill Country with the lack of rain. They have done away with the grill and just have snacks and beverages. The grill is something I miss. a hot dog or burger is always great at the turn or end of play.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Verified Purchaser

Another course among many now in the USA that are slowly dying.

It appears to have been a fun layout in it's prime but it's evident that they are trying to cut expenses by letting some past maintenance procedures go by the wayside. i.e. Old ballwashers, beat up tee boxes, didn't overseed this year, etc. Too bad....so sad.

Conditions Poor
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Easy
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Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Immaculate tee-boxes! Great course

Some fairways were a little rough, but the greens and tee-boxes were very well kept. Greens were very slow. Very nice course! Loved the views! Will definitely be going back

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Great course.

Course is wells obtained. Worth the drive from San Antonio.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Very good course

excellent course and great value, condition of course was well maintained,

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

This is a good and fun course

I just joined GolfNow and this my first booking. everything went smoothly and the staff is very friendly. The course is in near excellent shape. The only thing keeping it from my top overall rating is a few greens had bad spots and were still recovering. This course will stay on my list as a fun place to play.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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Reviews 6
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Course in Good Condition

Found a Hot Deal for this course. While there were a couple of greens with spots being repaired, the overall course is in really good shape. Staff was great all the way around. Will head back at next opportunity. Layout is challenging, without being a monster.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser

nice layout

Interesting course with some elevation change and strategic trees. The recent rains have helped the fairways, but rough is pretty sparse and the greens are a bit spotty and variable on speed. Good value.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

5th hole not a fair hole, for me a difficult one.

Even from lack of rain during the summer, the course has maintained a lush greens and fairways.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Love the people, love the course, love the view of the Texas Hill Country!

Excellent! very happy with Golf Now and with Flying L. We will do this again often.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Above average HIll Country Track

The Flying L is an above average track that will leave you wondering why you hadn't played it sooner. Super friendly staff that keeps the course in surprisingly good shape. Although it's not very long at just under 6,600 yards, it is a very good test of your golfing skills. Beautiful hill country scenery, friendly staff and patrons make this short drive to Bandera well worth the effort.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
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