Houston and The Woodlands, Texas · City golf with tour venues

Planning a Golf Trip to Houston: Group Guide

A city muni that hosts both the PGA Tour's Houston Open and the LPGA's first major of the year, plus a restored early-1900s course, a replica course and a two-course resort in The Woodlands.

Best forValue groups and Texas drive-in groups who want a tour course they can actually book
Group size4–12 · 12–24 · 24+ golfers
Budget$$ Moderate
Best monthsFeb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec
Trip styleValue ·

The courses to play

  • Memorial Park Golf Course: City-owned. John Bredemus (1936), rebuilt by Tom Doak. Hosts the Texas Children's Houston Open and The Chevron Championship. Non-residents pay a higher rate. Standard tee times open 3 days ahead, or up to 14 days ahead for an extra per-player fee.
  • Gus Wortham Park Golf Course: East of downtown on Brays Bayou. It was the Houston Country Club in the early 1900s. Restored and reopened to the public in 2018, with a new clubhouse in 2021.
  • Tour 18 Houston: Humble, near IAH. Public replica course. It opens with a copy of Harbour Town's 18th and plays an Amen Corner stretch on holes 5 to 7.
  • The Woodlands Resort, North Course: Joe Lee and Robert Von Hagge (1975), renovated by Roy Case in 2002, with more than 20 acres of wildflowers. Tee times are for hotel guests only.
  • The Woodlands Resort, West Course: Jay Morrish and Associates (1975), with signature holes along Lake Harrison. Tee times are for hotel guests only.

Getting there

AirportCodeDrive to the golf
Houston George Bush IntercontinentalIAHabout 25 min to The Woodlands, about 35 to 45 min to Memorial Park
Houston HobbyHOUabout 25 to 35 min to Memorial Park

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When to go

Late fall through spring. Summer is hot and humid. Memorial Park hosts two pro tournaments each spring, so check those weeks first.

Group tip

Base in The Woodlands if you want the resort courses, because North and West tee times are for hotel guests and are booked with your room. Set an alarm for Memorial Park: online tee times open at 6 a.m., and paying the advance fee lets you book up to 14 days out. Tour 18 is close to IAH and makes an easy arrival-day round.

Before you book

  1. Lock the headcount in a multiple of four.
  2. Set the per-person budget with the cost calculator.
  3. Call the resort or golf desk directly and ask for group tee-time blocks, stay-and-play packages and the cancellation and rain policy.
  4. Collect deposits the week you book. Use the deposit tracker.
  5. Pick your format and build pairings.
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Heads-up before you book

  • 2027 tournaments at Memorial Park: the Texas Children's Houston Open runs March 22–28 and The Chevron Championship runs April 19–25. Expect the course to be closed to public play around both weeks. source

Checked November 10, 2026. Schedules change, so confirm with the resort.

Fun facts about Houston

  • Memorial Park began in 1912 as a 9-hole course with sand greens, built near the Camp Logan hospital for recovering soldiers. source
  • Legend says architect John Bredemus called Memorial Park his “greatest golf course ever” when it opened in 1936. source
  • Memorial Park hosted the Houston Open from 1951 to 1963. Babe Didrikson Zaharias, Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer all played it. source
  • Tom Doak added a pond beside the 18th green in 2026, giving The Chevron Championship's winner's jump a permanent home. source

Facts last checked November 10, 2026. How we check facts. Resort or tourism board? Send us updates for this guide.

Course details and access rules change. Confirm current tee-time policies and rates directly with each course before you book.

FAQ

When is the best time for a Houston golf trip?

Late fall through spring. Summer is hot and humid. Memorial Park hosts two pro tournaments each spring, so check those weeks first. Best months: Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec.

What airport do you fly into for Houston?

Houston George Bush Intercontinental (IAH), about 25 min to The Woodlands, about 35 to 45 min to Memorial Park; Houston Hobby (HOU), about 25 to 35 min to Memorial Park.

What are the best courses at Houston?

Memorial Park Golf Course, Gus Wortham Park Golf Course, Tour 18 Houston, The Woodlands Resort, North Course, The Woodlands Resort, West Course.

Is Houston good for a group golf trip?

Best for: Value groups and Texas drive-in groups who want a tour course they can actually book. It works for groups of 4–12, 12–24, 24+ golfers.

How far ahead should we book Houston?

For 8 or more golfers in peak season, plan 6–12 months out. Call the golf desk and ask about group tee-time blocks and package rates before you book rooms.

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