Rio Colorado Golf Course

A Natural Setting for Outstanding Golf

244-2955 FM 2668 @ Riverside Park - Bay City , Texas 77414

Stop by and see us some time...

Only a short drive away from the hectic pace of big city golf, Rio Colorado Golf Course if your opportunity for quality golf in the relaxed atmosphere of the riverside forests and prairies of Matagorda County.

Our championship course, designed by Gary Player Design Co., is ready for your best shot. Pick from four sets of tees, with yardage ranging from 5,020 to 6,824 yards, for the challenge equal to your game. And get ready to enjoy yourself.

From the opening par 5, with the water to the left and a safer path to the right, to the closing par 4, a full-sized two-shotter for any golfer, you are in for a treat.

Rio Colorado 's front nine is a skillfully sculpted, prairie links design, with holes playing in every direction to ensure Texas ' famous coastal winds play a significant role in your game. Fairway and greenside traps abound, and water hazards, accentuated by native coastal grasses and native vegetation throughout.

The first three holes of the back nine maintain the prairie links look, and then, as the course moves toward bluffs overlooking the Colorado River , you'll discover our signature holes. From numbers 13 through 16, you'll pass through forests of oak and cottonwood...take time to enjoy the view of the river, but don't lose your concentration, because now you got sand, water and trees to avoid.

You'll seldom encounter a golf course that offers more variety the Rio Colorado, and to make sure your visit is special, we extend every effort to maintain our course to exacting standards. If you judge a course by the quality of its greens, you'll love Rio Colorado more than a passing grade.

Golf is supposed to be fun, and that is what Rio Colorado is all about. From the time you check in at our pro shop to your post-round visit to our grill, we plan for your relaxation.

A great golf course, a friendly, courteous staff, the fresh air of the Texas coast...come give us a try. You'll want to come back, again and again.

Our PGA-trained staff of professionals will gladly assist with the planning and hosting of your private or corporate ousting. Your group is welcome to Rio Colorado -- we'll help you give every one of your players a tournament to remember by customizing your event to fit your needs. From pre-tournament clinics to post-events barbeques, we're here to serve you and your group

Relax at the nearby Best Western Matagorda Hotel. Our two-day package includes two days unlimited golf and cart rental, one night's lodging. One bucket of range balls per day, lunch at Rio Colorado and a surprise gift at check-in.

Less than 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, Rio Colorado offers a superbly-conditioned, championship golf course--four sets of tees offer a challenge to match your skill level. Wandering through the wetlands and forests adjacent to the Colorado River , the course is a member of the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program. Birdies of all kinds call it home. Come visit Rio Colorado ...our welcome mat is always out.

Experience Rio Colorado

  • Par 72, 6,824 Yd's., Slope 127, Rating 73.1
  • Tournament Packages
  • Camping Facilities Nearby
  • Full Service Golf Shop
  • Only 50 Minutes from Southwest Houston
  • Champ. 18-hole Layout
  • Driving Range
  • Practice Green
  • Fully Stocked Pro Shop
  • Professional Instruction
  • Full Food & Beverage Service
  • Private Tournaments Welcome
  • Rental Clubs and Pull Carts Available

Private Golf Instruction By Denise Klaus
(979) 244-2955 Work
All lessons expire 6 months from purchase. Call for an Appointment

Adult Lessons (45 Minutes)

  • Individual Lesson $30
  • Series of 3 Lessons $85
  • Series of 5 Lessons $125

Junior Lessons (30 Minutes)

  • Individual Lesson $20
  • Series of 3 Lessons $55
  • Series of 5 Lessons $8