
Royal Oaks Course
Royal Oaks Country Club - Dallas



About this course
Royal Oaks Country Club, nestled in the heart of North Dallas, is a testament to the enduring appeal of a meticulously designed golfing experience. Carved from the rolling terrain characteristic of this established neighborhood, the course favors those who can shape the ball and navigate subtle doglegs that reward strategic play over sheer power. While rarely in the national spotlight, it maintains a strong regional presence, fostering a vibrant and competitive membership. Designed by Greg Norman, with subsequent enhancements by Tripp Davis, Royal Oaks presents a thoroughly modern challenge. The course's design allows for multiple tee options, catering to a wide range of skill levels, making it accessible to both seasoned players and those new to the game, without sacrificing the challenge for better players. The greens, known for their subtle breaks, demand a deft touch and a keen eye. The membership at Royal Oaks reflects the vibrant character of North Dallas. While the club does not boast a long history of hosting major championships, its tightly-knit community finds its lore instead in its regular member events and the spirited competition within its club championships. Members are known for their commitment to the club's traditions and their active participation in its social life. The club is known for its vibrant social events, which draws the membership together in ways that casual golfers might find unique and unexpected.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Private column compares member-only and guest-restricted courses.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in TX
Quick facts
- Location
- Dallas, TX, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 1967
- Designer
- Billy Martindale
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 71
- Length
- 7,068 yards
- Course Vaults score
- 7.8
Getting there
The journey to Royal Oaks Country Club begins at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), one of the nation's busiest hubs, or the more intimate Dallas Love Field (DAL) for domestic arrivals - both offering seamless access to North Dallas. From either gateway, a twenty-to-thirty-minute drive north along the Dallas North Tollway carries you through the city's polished corporate corridor before peeling west into the established, tree-canopied neighborhoods of North Dallas. The final approach trades glass towers for quiet residential streets, where the club's discreet entrance reveals itself among the oaks and estates - a serene enclave just minutes removed from the pulse of downtown Dallas.

FAQ
Common questions about Royal Oaks
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Royal Oaks has a Course Vaults score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 33 logged golfers.
Royal Oaks was designed by Billy Martindale.
Royal Oaks is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Royal Oaks is 71.
Royal Oaks plays 7,068 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
Royal Oaks is a 18-hole course.





