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Falconhead Golf Club

Austin, Texas

Public Course · 18 Holes · Par 72 · 7,202 yds · $55–$95 · 4.3

One of Austin's best public options, Falconhead offers a surprisingly challenging PB Dye design in the Lake Travis corridor. The course features bold bunkering, creative green complexes, and excellent conditioning that rivals many private clubs.

History & Heritage

Opened 2003 as a PB Dye design in the Lake Travis corridor west of Austin. PB Dye, son of Pete Dye, created a 7,202-yard layout through rolling Hill Country terrain with bold bunkering and creative greens. The signature 8th hole features a green on a limestone ledge. Consistently ranked among Austin's top public courses.

Signature Holes

4
Hole 4 Par 4 · 420 yards

Demanding par 4 with Dye-style bunkering guarding the approach.

8
Hole 8 Par 3 · 165 yards

Signature hole with a green built on a limestone ledge. One of Austin's most unique par 3s.

13
Hole 13 Par 5 · 545 yards

Risk-reward par 5 through rolling terrain with strategic bunkering.

18
Hole 18 Par 4 · 440 yards

Demanding finishing hole with Hill Country views.

What to Expect

Challenging public golf with PB Dye pedigree. Rolling Hill Country terrain, bold bunkering, conditioning rivaling private clubs. Green fees $55-$95. No hole is flat.

Playing Tips

Few flat lies on the rolling terrain. Running approaches are difficult due to slopes around greens. The limestone-ledge par-3 8th requires precise club selection.

Highlights

  • Top public course in Austin
  • PB Dye design pedigree
  • Excellent value in Lake Travis area

Frequently Asked Questions

Public?
Yes. $55-$95.
Designer?
PB Dye, son of Pete Dye, 2003.
Signature hole?
Par-3 8th with green on a limestone ledge.
Difficulty?
7,202 yards with bold bunkering and rolling terrain.

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