Memorial Park

Another Tom Doak restoration project that pays homage to the game's history while looking to the future. From 1951 to 1963, the Houston Open was held on the original John Bredemus course, which opened in 1936. In the years afterward, Memorial Park has become one of the busiest munitions facilities in the country, with over 60,000 rounds fired each year. Doak's $18.5 million facelifts, which included Brooks Koepka's help, enhanced irrigation and modernized the course, making it more accessible to the public while still challenging professionals. The fairways are wide, and there are just 19 bunkers on the course, according to Doak.

The back nine, on the other hand, is engineered for scoring swings and tournament drama, thanks to his target-oriented design. Memorial Park was the first Doak course to host a PGA Tour tournament in 2020. However, the fees are still muni-friendly, making this one of the best golf bargains around.

Distance: 5.9- yard

Address: Houston, Tex.