Golf Course Review & Scouting Report

Lake Park Golf Club

60

Lewisville, Texas

TX #48
Established
1996
Architect
Jeffrey D. Brauer
Access
Public
Par
Par 70
Length
4,960 – 6,135 yds
Green Fees
$
The verdict

Unique Short-Par-3 Front Nine

Lake Park Golf Club offers a championship course unlike any other in DFW, with a bold front nine of non-stop par 3s requiring pinpoint iron play before a back nine loaded with strategic tests. Set on the scenic shores of Lake Lewisville, it’s a relaxed, unmistakably local public golf experience at a price that’s hard to beat.

Course DNA
Difficulty
52
Scenery
65
Conditioning
56
Shot Variety
62
Walkability
74
Green Complexity
53
Wow Factor
71
Design Quality
60
Don't miss

Catch a sunset practice session on the lighted driving range for spectacular lake views and cooling breezes after your round.

At a glance

Quick facts

Lakefront Location
Borders the scenic shores of Lake Lewisville
Front Nine Quirk
Nine consecutive par 3s kick off your round
Course Architect
Designed by Jeffrey D. Brauer
Lighted Practice Area
Nighttime driving range and lights for extended play
Award Recognition
Golf Digest 'Best Places to Play' 2008–2009
Executive Course On Site
Separate Watson-designed 9-hole executive layout
Event Host
Home of the annual Greg Postles Lake Park Invitational
The design

The architecture

Lake Park Golf Club’s championship course is one of the most distinctive daily-fee layouts in the region, crafted by Jeffrey D. Brauer with a bold routing: its entire front nine is a gauntlet of par 3s—requiring constant iron and wedge testing before transitioning to a more classical spread of par 4s and a lone par 5 on the home stretch. Backed by the tranquil waters of Lake Lewisville, the course trades penal hazards for strategy and placement, making it a favorite for shotmakers and casual players alike. With a walkable footprint, open fairways, and quick greens, it offers a fun and approachable challenge enhanced by its unusual flow and water-adjacent setting.

Jeffrey D. Brauer’s most memorable innovation here is the all-par-3 front nine, which sets Lake Park apart from every other championship track in Dallas-Fort Worth.

Defining features
  • Nine consecutive par 3s to start
  • Lake Lewisville visible on multiple holes
  • Strategic short par 4s on the back
  • Only one par 5—an attackable signature
  • Lighted range and practice facilities
  • Executive course on property for quick play
Hole by hole

Signature holes

Hole 5

Long Iron Nerve

PAR
3
YARDAGE
183

The longest and most daunting par 3 out front, this mid-to-long iron test has humbled many by demanding not just length but high trajectory and control.

Play it smart

Favor a safer target just short for a simple up-and-down rather than forcing a carry at the flag; playing smart beats playing bold on this tee.

Where it bites

A missed green long or right leaves a brutal up-and-down with water and bunkers lurking.

Course management

Shots to think about

Winds whipping off Lake Lewisville
Club up and play knockdowns—distance control is everything.
Back-to-back par 3s on the front
Reset mentally each tee; don’t let one bad iron shot derail your round—fresh target every hole.
14th hole—only par 5
Assess your lie and wind; a gutsy go in two is tempting but playing for a smart layup often pays off.
Hole 13 approach from distance
Take an extra second to choose your line—commitment is rewarded with a chance at par.
18th-hole tee shot
Stay calm; the finishing hole bites at those who over-swing or lose focus late.
Post-bogey stretch on front nine
Remember, par 3s are about survival—not heroics. Save your fight for the back nine.
On the day

What to expect

Conditions

Solid, value-oriented public course with frequently variable conditioning but consistent playability; expect municipal turf rather than private-club greens.

Pace

Generally quick rounds, especially for singles and twosomes; peak times can slow with league play or events.

Vibe

Relaxed, genuinely local, and family-friendly with a no-frills but welcoming energy.

Dress code

Casual golf attire typical for public courses; no formal restrictions

Before you tee off

Your game plan

01

Dial In Short Irons

With nine par 3s out front, precise distance control and wedge play are musts.

02

Pack for the Elements

Lake breezes can shift quickly; bring layers and extra balls for gusty days.

03

Schedule Smartly

Peak weekends fill up—consider twilight or weekday rounds for better pace and scenery.

04

Warm Up On The Lights

Arrive early or stay late to take advantage of the lighted range and practice green.

The lore

How it came to be

  1. 1994

    Lake Park executive course opens

  2. 1996

    Jeffrey D. Brauer-designed championship course debuts

  3. 2008

    Golf Digest 'Best Places to Play' recognition

Stories & legends

What makes it special

layout

The Par 3 Gauntlet

Lake Park's opening nine holes are all par 3s—requiring sharp iron play and mental endurance from the very first tee. Locals say it creates a pace and flow unlike any other championship course in Texas.

event

Greg Postles Invitational Tradition

The annual Greg Postles Lake Park Invitational is one of the most anticipated events, drawing a mix of competitive spirit and passionate regulars. It's the golf club's unique local signature tournament.

atmosphere

Sunsets Over Lake Lewisville

Evening play is a highlight thanks to the lighted range and lakeside holes—with sunsets that routinely upstage your finish on the closing holes. There’s nothing like wrapping a round or practice session here as the sun dips low.

For the group chat

Fun facts

1

Lake Park’s front nine of par 3s is virtually unique among championship courses in America.

2

Weekend twilight rounds often finish with dramatic sunsets over the water.

3

The facility offers FootGolf—try a game on the practice course for something different.

4

The executive course is also the creation of a separate architect, making the property a two-designer site.

5

Local lore centers on the annual Greg Postles Invitational, a tradition beloved by area regulars.

Build the trip

If you're building a North Dallas-area golf trip

CourseAccessWhy it's on the listTrip
Old American Golf Club
Public

Notable modern championship test just minutes away

Cowboys Golf Club
Resort/Public

Unique themed experience and DFW must

Texas Star Golf Course
Municipal

Classic walkable DFW public and visitor-friendly

Tour 18 Dallas
Public

Replica-hole design offers a fun twist

Bridlewood Golf Club
Public

Strong, private-club-style alternative near Flower Mound

Stay in Lewisville, The Colony, or Grapevine for the easiest access to Lake Park and the area’s best public tracks.

Course DNA

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From the community

Community Sentiment

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