Looking to play the best golf courses in Texas? GolfReviewsGuide.com picks out the top courses to play in Texas.

Texas boasts some of the best golf courses in the country, with challenging layouts, breathtaking scenery, and top-notch amenities.

Texas includes some of the must-play across the United States, from the picturesque Black Jack’s Crossing and Pine Dunes Resort & Golf Club to the regular tour venues at TPC San Antonio and Austin Country Club.

We ranked the very best golf courses in Texas in our shortlist and recommend teeing it up when in the state.

Black Jack’s Crossing Golf Club

Black Jack’s Crossing Golf Club drops many polls for the best golf course in Texas and it is our favourite too as one of top ranked venues in the state.

It’s unique location in the Big Bend of Texas makes it easily accessible for golfers from across the state and further afield with this one of seven courses spread across 27,000 acres of Lajitas Golf Resort.

When you do tee it up at Black Jack’s Crossing, you will be treated to elevation changes, canyons, and challenging doglegs, all with the backdrop of the Big Bend National Park and the Rio Grande.

At 7,421 yards from the championship tees, the par-72 Black Jack’s Crossing is a challenging test that features narrow fairways and greens well-protected by bunkers and water hazards.

The golf course is named after legendary cowboy and gambler Black Jack Pershing, who was known for his love of golf.

TPC San Antonio

Host venue to the Valero Texas Open, the Oaks Course at TPC San Antonio is among the must play courses in Texas if you can get a tee time at this member club.

TPC San Antonio, designed by Greg Norman and Sergio Garcia, is located in San Antonio and spans over 7,400 yards, offering a challenging yet enjoyable experience.

There is no easing into the test the Oaks Course has with the first four holes particularly difficult, totalling 1,750 yards and among the toughest starts you will encounter anywhere.

The course is known for its stunning views of the Texas Hill Country and features natural water hazards, bunkers and challenging greens.

Austin Country Club

Austin Country Club is one of Texas’ most prestigious golf courses with a long and rich history having been first established in 1899

Located in Austin on the banks of Lake Austin and the Colorado River, the private golf club has played host to the WGC Match Play.

The course was designed by Pete Dye, one of the most renowned golf course architects in the world, and is a par-72, 7,108-yard layout that offers a serious challenge.

The course features narrow fairways, strategically placed bunkers and undulating greens with water in play on a number of holes, the pick being the signature short par-3 17th hole known as “Iron Bridge”.

You are treated to beautiful scenery with stunning views of Lake Austin and the Texas Hill Country, the Colorado River, limestone cliffs, Pennybacker Bridge and downtown Austin in the distance.

The club is also home to a variety of amenities including tennis courts, a fitness center and multiple dining options for locals and visitors.

Pine Dunes Resort Golf Club

Pine Dunes Resort and Golf Club is one of the best value options for golf in Texas with a challenging layout boasting stunning scenic views.

Pine Dunes is located in Frankston, you while enjoy views of the Piney Woods of East Texas while playing this 18-hole championship course, so much so it has been branded a “hidden gem”.

The par-72 course was designed by Jay Morrish and totals a length of over 7,100 yards in an isolated and peaceful setting and surrounded by raw wilderness having been carved through majestic pine trees.

Pine Dunes is noted for greens that are firm, fast, and roll true, but water rarely comes into play meaning the overall challenge is tough but fair for golfers of all handicap levels.

Dallas National Golf Club

Dallas National Golf Club is located in the heart of Dallas just a short drive from downtown, and is one of the best golf courses Texas has to offer.

The private course was designed by famous architect Tom Fazio with the layout carved into a limestone canyon with a number of significant elevation changes throughout.

The home club of PGA Tour winner Hunter Mahan, Dallas National is noted for fast greens and a challenging routing around a par-72 totalling 7,372 yards at its longest.

With its undulating fairways across rolling hills, creeks and lakes, strategically placed bunkers and fast greens, Dallas National is a true test of golfing skill.

One of the unique features of Dallas National is the length of the par-3 holes, with four of them measuring over 200 yards from the championship tees.