THE CASCADES COUNTRY CLUB

The rolling East Texas terrain creates natural elevation changes that most regional layouts can only dream of, with several holes playing dramatically uphill or downhill through mature pine and hardwood corridors. Water hazards come into play on half the holes, but they're strategically placed rather than penal—rewarding aggressive lines while offering bailout areas for conservative players. The bentgrass greens run true year-round and feature subtle breaks that reveal themselves only after multiple rounds, making this a course that rewards membership and punishes the occasional visitor.