Willow Springs has been a true test for many San Antonio golfers over the years. This popular course, the site of several Texas Opens and numerous local amateur tournaments, is located just east of downtown San Antonio, right across the street from the Frost Bank Center—home of the 5-time NBA Champion San Antonio Spurs. We are proud to say that golf legends Ben Hogan (1946) and Sam Snead (1948) were named Texas Open champions at Willow Springs.

The course appeals to many amateur golfers with its open fairways and large greens. However, some local course knowledge is essential, as multiple holes feature sharp doglegs. Willow Springs’ biggest defense is its length: from the back tees, the course plays a challenging 7,029 yards.

Make sure you’re warmed up when you reach the infamous hole #2 at Willow Springs. This 655-yard par 5, a dogleg right with a water hazard on the left and Salado Creek on the right, is often described as one of the toughest par 5s in San Antonio. Reaching the green in regulation requires three excellent shots. Don’t get discouraged if you make a bogey here—the course opens up afterward, offering plenty of birdie opportunities.

DID YOU KNOW?
Willow Springs Golf Course is home to the longest hole in the city: the 655-yard par 5 at hole #2.

Designed by Emil Loeffler and John McGlynn in 1924, these two Greenkeepers/Architects played a significant role in developing Oakmont Country Club (PA) starting in 1916.

Willow Springs has hosted many amateur and professional events, including the Texas Open, which was held here ten times from 1927-1928 and 1941-1949.