Austin & San Antonio
La Cantera Resort Course
Hill Country resort
The Resort Course has history, views, and a very easy San Antonio fit. It is now the La Cantera golf product. The Palmer Course closed permanently in 2021, so older guides that sell La Cantera as a two-course setup are stale. The Resort Course is not the hardest course in the region, but it is one of the more sensible choices for a group staying near La Cantera.
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The take
The Resort Course has history, views, and a very easy San Antonio fit. It is now the La Cantera golf product. The Palmer Course closed permanently in 2021, so older guides that sell La Cantera as a two-course setup are stale. The Resort Course is not the hardest course in the region, but it is one of the more sensible choices for a group staying near La Cantera.
Best for
Groups that want this course to anchor the trip.
Watch out
- Less compelling than TPC Oaks for serious players
How to play it
Play it if San Antonio is the base. It is practical and fun.
Course intelligence
What you need to know
Strengths
- - Convenient San Antonio resort play
Watch-outs
- - Less compelling than TPC Oaks for serious players
Signature holes
7, 17, 18
Book it right
Cost, access, and timing
Green fees
Resort/public seasonal pricing; verify current rates.
Best season
March: Good golf weather, spring demand.
Caddies / walking
Carts are standard.
Booking move
Secure resort access first at Barton Creek or TPC San Antonio, then choose offsite rounds.
Weather read
Pick the right window.
March: Good golf weather, spring demand.
Jan
68F / 45F
Sun Best; rain Low
Feb
72F / 48F
Sun Best; rain Low
Mar
79F / 53F
Sun Best; rain Low
Apr
87F / 60F
Sun Good; rain Low
May
96F / 68F
Sun Hot; rain Low
Jun
105F / 77F
Sun Very hot; rain Low
Google review
5/5 - 2 months ago
Our local club was closed for a tournament so a group of us played at LaCantera. The staff was very friendly and the driving range and course were is great shape. Greens were at a decent speed. We wore shorts on February 15--whats not to like?
Our local club was closed for a tournament so a group of us played at LaCantera. The staff was very friendly and the driving range and course were is great shape. Greens were at a decent speed. We wore shorts on February 15--whats not to like?
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5/5 - 4 months ago
Mike Vardeman is a great instructor. He’s extremely patient, kind, and easy to understand, which made learning golf as a beginner feel approachable instead of overwhelming. He takes the time to explain things clearly and is always supportive and encouraging. I’ve felt very comfor
Mike Vardeman is a great instructor. He’s extremely patient, kind, and easy to understand, which made learning golf as a beginner feel approachable instead of overwhelming. He takes the time to explain things clearly and is always supportive and encouraging. I’ve felt very comfor
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2/5 - 8 months ago
This course is no where near worth the price point. I understand if they want to keep locals away to keep it available for resort guests. I played there on September 12. 200 dollars per person. I would say this is a decent 85-100 a round course. Played the tips. 16 tee box i
This course is no where near worth the price point. I understand if they want to keep locals away to keep it available for resort guests. I played there on September 12. 200 dollars per person. I would say this is a decent 85-100 a round course. Played the tips. 16 tee box i
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