Max Starcke Park Golf Course

Max Starcke Park Golf Course sits along the Guadalupe River in Seguin, Texas, roughly midway between San Antonio and Austin. The municipal facility occupies land within the larger Max Starcke Park, a Depression-era public works project that transformed riverfront property into recreational space for the community. John Baedenns designed the course, which opened in the mid-twentieth century and has served generations of Central Texas golfers as an accessible public option in a region where golf opportunities expanded significantly after World War II. The routing takes advantage of the natural topography along the Guadalupe River corridor, with several holes playing near or alongside the water. Mature pecan and oak trees frame many fairways, typical of the Hill Country transition zone where Seguin is located. The course presents a straightforward layout that accommodates players of varying skill levels, reflecting its municipal mission. Elevation changes are modest but present, and the river introduces both scenic value and strategic interest on holes where it comes into play. As a city-owned facility, Max Starcke Park serves local residents and visitors exploring the Seguin area, which is known for its historic downtown and proximity to both major Texas metropolitan areas. The course maintains the character of a traditional Texas municipal layout—unpretentious, walkable for those who choose, and focused on providing affordable golf in a pleasant natural setting rather than championship-level difficulty.