Brae Burn Country Club
Course at a glance
Brae Burn Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Houston, Texas (77074). The course was designed by John Bredemus and opened in 1926. From the Black tees, Brae Burn Country Club plays to 6,877 yards at par 72. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 5,544 to 6,877 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 73.9, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 84% of rated golf courses in Texas. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bermuda grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 21-30 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Brae Burn Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Brae Burn Country Club
Brae Burn Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Houston, Texas (77074). The course was designed by John Bredemus and established in 1926. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,877 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 73.9.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 145, Brae Burn Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in Texas, playing harder than 84% of rated courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 5,544 to 6,877 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Texas offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
72
Length
6,877
Slope
142
Rating
73.9
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
145
This Course
135
TX Average
113
US Average
Based on 424 rated courses in Texas
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 142 | 73.9 | 431 | 532 | 390 | 330 | 162 | 384 | 422 | 210 | 515 | 3376 | 388 | 209 | 456 | 375 | 435 | 526 | 172 | 434 | 506 | 3501 | 6,877 |
Blue | 136 | 71.7 | 415 | 510 | 368 | 319 | 135 | 374 | 390 | 190 | 490 | 3191 | 366 | 189 | 419 | 344 | 409 | 511 | 143 | 410 | 470 | 3261 | 6,452 |
WhiteWomen's | 145 | 77.4 | 400 | 490 | 368 | 314 | 135 | 361 | 390 | 173 | 481 | 3112 | 347 | 171 | 419 | 355 | 390 | 469 | 141 | 400 | 474 | 3166 | 6,278 |
Combination | 136 | 70.5 | 388 | 510 | 360 | 313 | 135 | 361 | 365 | 190 | 490 | 3112 | 340 | 189 | 405 | 328 | 373 | 505 | 143 | 393 | 488 | 3164 | 6,276 |
WhiteMen's | 135 | 70.1 | 388 | 485 | 360 | 313 | 127 | 361 | 365 | 173 | 475 | 3047 | 340 | 154 | 405 | 328 | 373 | 460 | 130 | 393 | 460 | 3043 | 6,090 |
Green | 128 | 69.2 | 385 | 449 | 301 | 315 | 109 | 320 | 339 | 127 | 441 | 2786 | 336 | 138 | 325 | 326 | 318 | 461 | 129 | 382 | 430 | 2845 | 5,631 |
Red | 131 | 73.0 | 380 | 432 | 298 | 308 | 103 | 318 | 334 | 121 | 436 | 2730 | 331 | 136 | 323 | 322 | 316 | 455 | 126 | 375 | 430 | 2814 | 5,544 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 7 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 11 | 8 | 4 | 18 | 6 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Brae Burn Country Club offers 7 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,877 | 142 | 73.9 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,452 | 136 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
White | 6,278 | 145 | 77.4 | 5-15 |
Combination | 6,276 | 136 | 70.5 | 5-15 |
White | 6,090 | 135 | 70.1 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,631 | 128 | 69.2 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,544 | 131 | 73.0 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Brae Burn Country Club
Brae Burn Country Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Brae Burn Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brae Burn Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Brae Burn Country Club is a private golf course located in Houston, TX. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Brae Burn Country Club have?expand_more
Brae Burn Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1926. The course was designed by John Bredemus.
What is the yardage at Brae Burn Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Brae Burn Country Club plays to 6,278 yards (par 73). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 5,544 to 6,877 yards.
What is the slope rating at Brae Burn Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Brae Burn Country Club have a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 73.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Brae Burn Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Brae Burn Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Brae Burn Country Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.braeburncc.com/ or call 713-774-8788 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Brae Burn Country Club offer?expand_more
Brae Burn Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Brae Burn Country Club located?expand_more
Brae Burn Country Club is located at 8101 Bissonnet St in Houston, TX 77074. You can reach them at 713-774-8788.
What is the difficulty level at Brae Burn Country Club?expand_more
Brae Burn Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 145. It plays harder than 84% of golf courses in Texas. The average slope rating in Texas is 135. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Brae Burn Country Club?expand_more
Brae Burn Country Club offers 7 tee sets. Black tees (6,877 yards, slope 142) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,544 yards, slope 131) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Brae Burn Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Brae Burn Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,544 yards with a slope of 131. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Brae Burn Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Combination tees (slope 136, rating 70.5) at Brae Burn Country Club would have a course handicap of 17 and an expected score of approximately 89. This uses the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Brae Burn Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Brae Burn Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.