Rock Creek Golf Club

Rock Creek Golf Club sits in Gordonville, a small community in Grayson County in north-central Texas, roughly midway between Dallas and the Oklahoma border. The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus and reflects his approach to strategic design, with an emphasis on shot values, risk-reward options, and course management. The layout takes advantage of the rolling terrain characteristic of this part of Texas, incorporating natural elevation changes and native vegetation into the routing. The design features wide fairways that encourage aggressive play off the tee, but strategic bunkering and water hazards demand precision on approach shots. Greens are typically large and contoured, rewarding players who position their tee shots in optimal angles. The course integrates the natural landscape, with mature trees framing holes and creeks coming into play on several holes, reinforcing the property's namesake. Rock Creek serves as a private club and provides a championship-length test from the back tees while offering multiple tee boxes to accommodate players of varying skill levels. The facility includes practice areas and a clubhouse that serves as the social center for members. The course reflects the broader Texas golf culture, where year-round play is common and the game serves as both recreation and a venue for business and social connection within the community.