Riverside Golf Course

Riverside Golf Course in Austin, Texas is a historic 18-hole course originally built by renowned designer Perry Maxwell in 1949 as the second location of Austin Country Club. Maxwell, who worked with Alister MacKenzie and designed Southern Hills Country Club and Colonial Country Club, created a layout that has become integral to Austin golf history.

The course is set on fairways lined with stately oak, pecan, and maple trees, offering scenic Texas landscape just a short distance from downtown Austin. Riverside Golf Course holds significant historical importance as the training ground where golf legends Ben Crenshaw and Tom Kite developed their skills under the guidance of renowned instructor Harvey Penick.

The course welcomes walkers and walk-ups and is known for providing excellent playing conditions on well-maintained fairways. It features a practice facility and offers instruction through 45-minute lessons and playing lessons. The layout emphasizes accessibility and value, positioning itself as one of Austin's most affordable quality golf experiences while maintaining the character and challenge of a classic design from golf's golden age.