Falconhead Course
Austin, TX, USA
Falconhead stands as a testament to Austin’s growing golf scene, a course that has matured alongside the city itself. Designed in the early 2000s, the original course offered an approachable, resort-style experience amid the rolling Texas Hill Country. This is not a links layout nor a rugged test of champions, but a strategic routing where savvy course management is more rewarding than raw power. Wide fairways invite the aggressive drive, but subtle undulations and strategically placed bunkers punish the wayward. The course favors a slight draw, rewarding players who can work the ball from right to left. Falconhead is more for the weekend golfer than the pro, but is still fun nonetheless. While not steeped in major championship history, Falconhead remains a popular choice for local tournaments and member events, fostering a sense of community among Austin's golf enthusiasts. The club has developed a loyal following, drawn to the relaxed atmosphere and accessible golf. The men's locker room is known for its post round dominoes and is a popular event for its members.
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Unranked
Best in USA
Unranked
Best in TX
Public: #34
Golfers say this Austin hill country course offers a fun, quirky layout with notable elevation changes that make for a challenging round, and most praise standout holes like the 17th par 3. Reviewers note that conditioning can vary depending on traffic and time of year, though some find it pristine after rain and appreciate how green it stays compared to other area courses. The design earns praise for good views and entertaining holes, and several mention it's one of the better public options in Lakeway given the prevalence of private clubs nearby. Most agree the course delivers solid value for the experience, though a few find it expensive.
7.3
67 players
Challenging, tree lined course, but fair. It was engaging, which is better than most public’s. Pace was slow slow. Good clubhouse. Range leaves a lot to be desired, facilities fine. Would play again, value may be in question depending on prices.
Played a couple days after a rain, course was pristine. 17th was an awesome par 3, lots of fun and very green compared to other Austin courses.
Solid option in the Austin hill country. Some good views and fun holes.
Course gets a lot of traffic and conditions can be hit or miss…. Not a bad course by any means, and one of the better public courses in Lakeway since most the courses in this area are private. Quirky design — lots of elevation and can be a challenging round
Fun and quirky. Good conditions depending on the time of year. Expensive as a mf
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FAQ
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Falconhead has a Course Vaults score of 7.3 out of 10 based on 36 explicit golfer ratings.
Falconhead was designed by Chris Gray and Ron Garl.
Yes. Falconhead is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Falconhead is 72.
Falconhead plays 7,181 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Falconhead is 134.
