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With its close proximity to Lake Conroe, the City of Montgomery
is an ideal setting for outdoor recreation. Some of the most challenging and beautifully landscaped
golf courses in Texas are found near Montgomery. Whether playing for recreation
or business, golf courses are conveniently located within miles of each other.
After a little shopping and sight-seeing, relax, enjoy and
reserve a tee time at one of the following courses:
April Sound
With its 18-hole championship course, along with a 9-hole Par 32
layout, April Sound offers some of the most scenic and playable golf in the area. The course, designed
by Carlton Gibson and influenced by Dave Marr, was established in 1972 and is conveniently nestled
on the shores of Lake Conroe.
Other amenities include 12 tennis courts (4 covered and 8 outdoor
courts with lights), a workout room, boat launch, 3 swimming pools, a lakeside conference center for
business meetings and picturesque weddings, and a clubhouse with 2 dining areas.
For more information, to reserve a tee time and inquire about hours
of operation, call 936-588-1101.
April Sound is located at 1000 April Sound Blvd., just north of Texas 105 near Montgomery.
Blaketree National Golf Club
Amid the dense forests of Montgomery County, Blaketree National offers golfers 18 holes of challenge
and bountiful beauty. The course’s natural setting is exquisitely carved with pure undulating terrain
that serves to accentuate the greens that are formed by nature, rather than machine.
The course can stretch to more than 7,000 yards at professional tee
lengths, with ample tees that will accommodate players of all levels.
Water is in play on seven holes and because of the accessibility of
the tee/green relationship on each hole, walking is permissible, although carts are available.
For more information, to reserve a tee time and inquire about hours
of operation, call 936-449-4907. The course is located at 4430 South FM 1486, about 10 miles
west/southwest of Montgomery. Ask about the corporate stay-and-play accommodations in Blaketree’s
beautifully-appointed villa.
Del Lago Resort and Conference Center
Test your skill at Del Lago's 18-hole championship golf course, and
play one of the area’s most challenging rounds of golf. Originally designed by acclaimed player/architects
Jay Riviere and Dave Marr, this heavily-wooded 6,794 yard course features beautiful tree-lined
fairways, cascading waterfalls, bubbling fountains, an island tee box, 11 lakes and more than 50 bunkers.
The Par 72 course has a 72.6 rating, with a 131 slope, which makes it a challenging course for tournament
golfers, yet forgiving enough for amateurs to enjoy. The course is open year-round.
Swimming, racquetball, volleyball, basketball and tennis are all available, and with 11 lighted
tennis courts, you can enjoy a game any time of day. Relax afterward in the club health spa and enjoy
a luxurious massage.
Del Lago also features a 310-room all-suite tower hotel and conference
center with panoramic views of 22,000-acre Lake Conroe. Golf course cottages and lakeside villas are also
available for guests who want a more spacious living area and fully-equipped kitchens. The noted
Kiva restaurant, the Grandstand, and The Grill are available for dining, whether it’s for business
or pleasure.
For more information, to reserve a tee time and to inquire about hours
of operation, call 936-582-7570.
Ask about business and corporate packages.
Del Lago is located at 600 Del Lago Blvd., just north of Texas 105 near Montgomery.
Lake Windcrest Golf Club
With a great balance of dogleg rights and lefts, Lake Windcrest offers
slight uphill and downhill holes with greens offering varying degrees of support and plenty of shot
options. The course has four sets of tees so every golfer has the opportunity to play the course to his
or her ability.
Typically, the course is forgiving, in that if the golfer hits the
green, a two-putt is probable. If the green is missed, there is ample bailout and the possibility of
getting up and down with a good pitch shot.
But beware hole #16 – the longest par-5 hole on the course. It’s a
592-yard shot from the blacks and an upward drive – and generally against the wind – to a very long
and shallow green.
Lake Windcrest offers a fully-stocked pro shop, a meeting room and
pavilion for large groups or tournaments, and a full-service grill.
For more information, to reserve a tee time and to inquire about hours
of operation, call 281-259-2279. The course is located at 10941 Clubhouse Circle, off FM 1488, about 12
miles from Montgomery.
Walden on Lake Conroe Golf & Country Club
A private golf club which opened in 1976, Walden on Lake Conroe was
designed by Robert Von Hagge and former PGA Tour Player Bruce Devlin.
Now enjoying a reputation as one of the premier golf courses in Texas.
It is annually ranked in the top 10 golf courses across Texas by the
Dallas Morning News Golf Survey.
Outlined on 4 holes by Lake Conroe and guarded by tall stands of pine
and oak trees, Walden gives both the novice and accomplished player everything they desire in a round of golf.
Other amenities available to Walden residents include easy access to Lake
Conroe, a 536-slip marina, a 16-court tennis facility, swimming pools and a 2.1-mile "hike and
bike" trail. Social activities, community events, athletic competitions and volunteer opportunities
occur year-round - guaranteeing an active schedule for those who want to get involved.
For more information, to inquire about a tee time, or hours of operation,
call 936-448-4668.
Walden is located at 13101 Walden Rd. near Montgomery.
Wedgewood Golf Club
Located about 15 miles east of Montgomery, Wedgewood Golf Club received Golf
Digest’s 2002 award as one of the Best Places to Play. The public course boasts a natural setting among
towering pines, majestic oaks, dogwoods and rolling terrain.
With four sets of tees, Wedgewood appeals to players of all levels. A
grass practice facility, a putting green and chipping area are all available.
For more information, to reserve a tee time and to inquire about hours
of operation, call (936) 441-GOLF or (281) 353-1808. Wedgewood is
located at 5454 Highway 105 West.
Woodforest Golf Club
One of the area’s newest layouts, Woodforest Golf Club at Fish Creek is a 27-hole
Steve Elkington design. This course is open to the public daily and ranked a "must play" by
Golf Magazine and ranked #3 in the list of the best
new courses in the Houston area in the 2002 Houston Chronicle.
The heavily-wooded course closely guards the Tifeagle greens and 419 Bermuda fairways with the front
course playing to 6,834 yards for a Par 72, the back course playing to 6,953 yards for a Par 71 and
the west course playing to 6,685 yards for a Par 71.
Other club amenities include casual dining and event catering
for group activities. The restaurant is open for daily for lunch. Breakfast is available Friday - Sunday.
For more information, to reserve a tee time and to inquire about
hours of operation, call (936) 588-8800 (reservations). For the Pro Shop, call (936) 588-8805.
The course is located at 6201 Mulligan Drive near Montgomery.
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