When did Gus Wortham Golf Course open?
October 12, 2018Help Houston Golf Association (HGA) raise the final $500,000 to restore one of Houston's greatest treasures – the historic Gus Wortham Park Golf Course. Over 100,000 rounds have been played by the public since HGA finished Phase I and opened the newly restored golf course on October 12, 2018.
Who owns Gus Wortham Golf Course?
the Houston Municipal Golf AssociationSituated along Brays Bayou, east of downtown, the Gus Wortham Park Golf Course has been an attraction for golfers since the early 1900's when it was the Houston Country Club. The course is now managed and maintained by the Houston Municipal Golf Association, an operation of the Houston Golf Association.
When is Gus Wortham Golf Course open?
Gus Wortham Golf Course is open:Sun - Sat 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM
What hotels are near Gus Wortham Golf Course?
Hotels near Gus Wortham Golf Course: (4.17 mi) The Lancaster (3.66 mi) The Westin Houston Downtown (4.69 mi) La Maison in Midtown (6.28 mi) Blossom...
What restaurants are near Gus Wortham Golf Course?
Restaurants near Gus Wortham Golf Course: (0.13 mi) Chicken Station (0.16 mi) China 101 Express (0.16 mi) Restaurant Y Pupuseria Olocuilta (0.21 mi...
How many yards is Gus Wortham?
Your shot-making skills will be tested on several of the “short but challenging” par fours. Playing to as much as 6400 yards, Gus Wortham is a fun course located only minutes from downtown.
Is Gus Wortham a metal spike facility?
Gus Wortham is a non-metal spike facility. Become a member of the Houston Golf Association and receive a 10% discount on greens fees and merchandise. Join today!
When will Gus Wortham Park reopen?
HOUSTON, TX (October 10, 2018) Houston Golf Association (HGA) announced the reopening of the Historic Gus Wortham Park Golf Course. The golf course and driving range will reopen to the public on Saturday, October 13 which will mark the completion of phase one of the project. Located off of Wayside, near Lawndale, HGA commenced its restoration in January 2017 bringing the golf course up to modern standards while preserving its historic design.
What is Houston Golf Association?
Since 1946, The Houston Golf Association has existed to make a difference in Houston communities and in the lives of our youth through golf and charity. An essential part of its impact is the Municipal Golf Initiative, which upgrades public golf facilities, beautifies green spaces, and creates a place to mentor youth through The First Tee of Great Houston program. With nearly 350,000 children benefitting already, these programs are a resounding success for the future of Houston. For more information go to hga.org.
A different type of municipal model
Gus Wortham is running under a different model that most of the other municipal courses in Houston. As a 501 (c) (3) non-profit, the HGA, along with other local groups, have raised money for the renovation and operation of the course. The idea is that the course will run independently and be self-sustained.
Gus Wortham's storied history
First, a little history on Gus Wortham Park Golf Course: Originally designed by Houston Country Club member A.W. Pollard, the course was once the site of a 1931 match between Howard Hughes and professional golfer Walter Hagen. Francis Ouimet, who won the 1913 U.S.
The layout
Though the course is just less than 6,400 yards from the tips, it really plays much longer. That's because there are several short par 4s (drivable for longer hitters), meaning there are a few monster par 4s. Spann said the course has a lot "half-par" holes.
