Nueva Vista at Nueva Vista Golf Club

Nueva Vista Golf Club sits in Midland, Texas, a city in the Permian Basin known more for its oil industry than its golf terrain. The course was originally designed by George B. Williams, a regional architect active in Texas during the mid-twentieth century, and later renovated by Garrett Gill, a Texas-based designer who has worked on several courses across the state. The layout reflects the challenges of building golf in West Texas, where flat or gently rolling land, sparse vegetation, and wind are defining characteristics.

The course occupies terrain typical of the region, with modest elevation changes and native grasses that have adapted to the arid climate. Water features and strategic bunkering provide definition on a landscape that lacks dramatic natural contours. Trees are present but not abundant, leaving many holes exposed to the persistent winds that sweep across the high plains. The design emphasizes accuracy and course management, as wind direction and intensity can significantly alter club selection and strategy from round to round.

Nueva Vista serves the Midland community as a private club, offering a traditional country club experience in a region where golf courses are relatively few and far between. The club provides a social and recreational hub for members, with amenities that extend beyond the golf course. While it does not host professional tournaments or appear on national rankings, the course represents a solid example of regional golf architecture adapted to the environmental realities of West Texas.