Willow Fork Country Club

Jay Riviere was hired to build Willow Fork, which opened in 1990 and lays out over an open prairie that once harvested rice and cattle. His links-style terrain features some of the natural wetlands as well as additional water hazards.

These wetlands are evident on holes 4-6, a picturesque stretch where alligators roam and errant balls are usually gone forever. No. 9 is the most challenging, a 447-yard par 4 lined on the left by the bayou. It features an approach over a lake that fronts the green.

Getting there : From I-10 west, take the Fry Rd. exit and turn left. Drive 3.5 miles to Westheimer and turn right, then you'll see the club on the left.