The Oaks at The Woodlands Resort and Conference Center

The Oaks at The Woodlands Resort and Conference Center occupies a forested site north of Houston in The Woodlands, a master-planned community developed beginning in the 1970s. The course was designed by Joe Lee and Robert von Hagge, two architects known for their work across the southern United States during the resort boom of that era. Lee's portfolio includes numerous Florida resort courses, while von Hagge built a reputation for bold, strategic designs often featuring water and dramatic bunkering. The collaboration here reflects the transition from the area's natural pine and hardwood landscape into a golf course that serves both resort guests and local play.

The routing works through the native East Texas vegetation, with tall pines and oaks framing fairways and creating a sense of enclosure uncommon in the flatter coastal regions nearby. The design incorporates water features and elevation changes modest by regional standards but sufficient to add variety to the shot-making. Greens are typically elevated and protected by bunkers, characteristic of von Hagge's strategic approach. The course serves as one of multiple layouts at The Woodlands complex, which has hosted various regional tournaments and corporate events over the decades.

The Woodlands Resort functions as a conference and leisure destination, and The Oaks reflects that dual purpose—accessible for resort guests while maintaining enough challenge for regular play. The setting benefits from the community's emphasis on preserving tree cover and integrating development with the natural landscape.