GREAT SOUTHWEST GOLF CLUB

The mounded fairways and elevated greens carved from former prairie land create a surprisingly challenging test that punishes wayward shots with severe collection areas and blind approaches. Byron Nelson's design philosophy shines through in the risk-reward par 5s, where aggressive lines over strategically placed bunkers can yield eagles but conservative play still rewards patience. What elevates this Dallas-area daily fee beyond typical municipal fare is the putting surfaces—firm, fast, and subtly contoured—that demand precision from 150 yards and closer.