Opened in 1974, Bayou Golf Club is the crown jewel of Texas City's multi-million dollar parks expansion program.

Designed by Houston-based architect Joe Finger, the 200-acre site on the bank of Moses Bayou boasts a championship layout with elevated greens and tee boxes.

Amidst the blue sky and palm trees, golfers enjoy the tropical-like climate for year-round play. Omnipresent winds from Galveston Bay, water on 12 holes and 22 sand traps present a challenging course.

Bayou Golf Course has hosted many area golf tournaments. The convenient location and spacious club house makes the course a perfect choice.

The course is located at 2800 Ted Dudley Drive in Texas City. From I-45 take Exit 16 (Emmett F. Lowry Expressway). Follow five miles to State Highway 146, turn left on 146 and go to the first traffic light. Turn left at the light onto Loop 197. Go approximately one mile to the entrance, take a right on Ted Dudley Drive. Click here for a map.

• Hours: Open every day from 7 a.m. to dark, except Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.

• Tee Times: For available tee times, call (409) 739-9622.

• Amenities: Clubhouse with fully stocked pro shop and snack bar, driving range, putting and chipping green. Lessons are available through appointment.

• Tournaments: Call (409) 739-9622 for information and availability.

• Payment: Cash, check, Visa and MasterCard accepted.

1) All players must register in pro shop and retain receipt.

2) Proper golf attire required. Each player must have a bag and a minimum of 5 clubs.

3) No beverages, glass containers, or private coolers may be brought onto course property.

4) No more than 5 players per group will be permitted. No starting on #10 without pro shop approval.