
Shore Course
South Shore Harbour Country Club

About this course
South Shore Harbour Country Club sits along Clear Lake in League City, roughly midway between Houston and Galveston. The course was designed by Dave Marr and Jay Riviere and opened in the mid-1980s as part of a residential marina development. Marr, a PGA Championship winner and respected television commentator, collaborated with Riviere on several Texas projects during this period, bringing a player's perspective to the routing and strategic demands. The layout occupies relatively flat coastal terrain typical of the upper Gulf Coast, with water hazards and wetlands playing a significant role in the design. Several holes run along or near the lake and marina, incorporating views of sailboats and the surrounding waterfront community. The architects used elevation changes created during construction, along with bunkers and water features, to define playing corridors and create strategic interest on a site that lacks natural topography. Wind off the lake frequently influences club selection and shot-making. South Shore Harbour serves a membership drawn from the Clear Lake area and the broader Houston metro region. The club has hosted regional amateur events and qualifiers over the years. The course reflects the era's emphasis on resort-style aesthetics combined with competitive length and challenge, characteristic of upscale residential golf developments built along the Texas coast during the 1980s. The marina setting and proximity to both urban amenities and coastal recreation distinguish the club within the League City area.
Quick facts
- Location
- League City, TX, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1994
- Designer(s)
- Dave Marr, Jay Riviere
- Holes
- 9
- Par
- 36
- Length
- 3,522 yards
- Difficulty
- 36.4/128
Getting there
The journey to South Shore Harbour Country Club begins at Houston's two major gateways - either William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), situated just twenty minutes northwest, or the larger Houston George Bush Intercontinental (IAH), roughly forty-five minutes distant - before descending into the coastal plains of southeast Texas. From either airport, the drive threads through the suburban sprawl of the Greater Houston area, gradually shedding urban density as you approach League City and the shores of Galveston Bay. The final miles unfold along quieter thoroughfares lined with live oak and coastal vegetation, delivering you to the club's waterfront setting where the bay breeze and manicured grounds signal arrival at one of the region's most refined private enclaves. For those flying private, nearby Ellington Airport (EFD) and the numerous smaller strips throughout the Houston area offer discreet alternatives to the commercial terminals.

FAQ
Common questions about Shore
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Shore was designed by Dave Marr and Jay Riviere.
Yes. Shore is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Shore is 36.
Shore plays 3,522 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Shore is 128.
Shore is a 9-hole course.





