Hardest Golf Courses to Book in Texas

Texas has 14 golf courses with a booking difficulty of 4 or 5 out of 5. These are the most competitive tee sheets in the state -- courses where tee times sell out fast and cancellations are your best bet.

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Texas's Most Competitive Courses

Blackhawk Golf Club

Pflugervillepublic$55–$75 weekday / $75–$100 weekend

Very hard to book

Top-rated Austin-area public course with strong demand; weekend tee times often fill within hours of the booking window opening

Book at the maximum advance window (typically 7 days) the moment it opens for weekend rounds. Weekday mornings offer the best combination of availability and fair conditions. Twilight rates on weekdays can be an excellent value.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many hard-to-book golf courses are in Texas?

TeeTimeGo tracks 14 golf courses in Texas with a booking difficulty rating of 4 or 5 out of 5. These courses are among the most competitive tee sheets in the state, often selling out within minutes of release.

How can I get a tee time at a hard-to-book course in Texas?

The best strategy is to watch for cancellations. TeeTimeGo monitors tee sheets 24/7 and sends you instant SMS and email alerts when someone cancels at your target course in Texas. You can also try booking at off-peak times or midweek to improve your chances.

What makes Texas golf courses so hard to book?

Texas's most competitive courses combine high demand with limited tee times. Factors include prime locations, excellent course conditions, popular designers, tournament history, and limited public access. Many of these courses release tee times days or weeks in advance, and they fill up almost instantly.

Does TeeTimeGo help me book tee times in Texas?

TeeTimeGo doesn't book tee times directly. Instead, it monitors the tee sheets of hard-to-book courses in Texas around the clock and alerts you the moment a cancellation opens up, giving you the best chance to grab the spot before anyone else.

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BlackHorse Golf Club - North

Cypresspublic$65–$85 weekday / $85–$110 weekend

Very hard to book

Top-rated Houston public course; weekend slots fill quickly among northwest Houston's large residential golf population

Book at the 7-day advance window for weekend rounds. The South Course sometimes has more availability than the North — flexibility between courses helps. Weekday mornings offer excellent conditions and easier booking.

Buffalo Creek Golf Club

Heathpublic$55–$75 weekday / $75–$95 weekend

Very hard to book

One of Dallas's most acclaimed public courses; weekend tee times fill within hours of the booking window opening

Book the full advance window (7 days) on the day it opens for weekend slots. Weekday mornings offer the best combination of availability and ideal playing conditions. Fall and spring are peak seasons — plan accordingly.

Canyon Springs Golf Club

San Antoniopublic$65–$90 weekday / $85–$120 weekend

Very hard to book

Destination-quality course with strong regional reputation; weekend tee times fill quickly, especially in spring and fall

Book the full 7-day advance window for weekend rounds. Fall and spring weekends are most competitive. Weekday mornings offer beautiful conditions with easier access. Check for afternoon twilight rates as a value option.

Coyote Ridge Golf Club

Carrolltonpublic$50–$70 weekday / $70–$95 weekend

Very hard to book

Top-rated north DFW public course with large demand catchment; weekend slots fill quickly at the 7-day booking window

Book at the 7-day window the moment it opens for weekend rounds. Weekday morning slots provide excellent conditions and good availability. Fall is peak season — plan well ahead for October and November weekends.

Falconhead Golf Club

Austinpublic$75–$100 weekday / $100–$140 weekend

Very hard to book

Top-rated west Austin public course with destination demand; weekend tee times fill within hours at the booking window

Book immediately when the 7-day window opens for weekend rounds. Fall and spring weekends are most competitive. Weekday mornings offer the best value and genuine availability. Check for twilight rates on weekday afternoons.

Ridgeview Ranch Golf Club

Planopublic$50–$70 weekday / $65–$85 weekend

Very hard to book

One of DFW's most sought-after public courses; prime weekend tee times fill within hours of the booking window opening.

Book the moment the booking window opens — typically 7 days ahead — for weekend morning slots. Weekday tee times are more available but still book 4-5 days in advance. Twilight rates provide an excellent value entry point.

The Quarry Golf Course

San Antoniopublic$65–$95 weekday / $85–$115 weekend

Very hard to book

One of San Antonio's most famous public courses and a national destination; weekend tee times fill within hours of the booking window opening

Book the maximum window ahead — typically 7 days — for any weekend morning or afternoon tee time. The quarry holes are the main draw and those rounds fill fastest. Weekday rounds have more flexibility but still require 4-5 days' notice in peak season. GolfNow and the course website both carry tee times; monitor both for any openings.

The Trails of Frisco Golf Club

Friscopublic$45–$70 weekday / $65–$90 weekend

Very hard to book

One of DFW's most in-demand public tee sheets in a city of 250,000+ residents; weekend tee times fill within hours of the booking window opening

Book the full 7 days ahead for any weekend morning tee time — earlier in the week often means you have a choice of slots. Weekday mornings require 4-5 days' notice in spring and fall. Use the city's online booking system and set a reminder for when the 7-day window opens on Monday/Tuesday.

TPC San Antonio - Oaks

San Antoniopublic$120–$175 weekday / $150–$210 weekend

Very hard to book

Premium resort course with PGA Tour adjacency; weekend and holiday tee times fill well in advance as a destination round

Book 7-10 days ahead for weekend times; resort guests get booking priority. Weekday mornings and late afternoons offer better availability. Package deals with hotel stays sometimes include preferred tee times.