From the veranda of the ranch-style clubhouse, the championship course seems to have been there forever - not just since 1993. And that's a testament to designer Arthur Hills' subtle style. With plenty of cactus, native oak and Texas wildflowers, the course blends in naturally with its surroundings. 

This exceptionally beautiful course, designed by golf legend Arnold Palmer and open since March 2001, plays out over 225 acres set on 370 acres of rugged, natural terrain. The course includes three signature holes, including the par 3 No. 4 hole, where golfers encounter dramatic waterfalls along the entire front of the green.

Carved from the walls of a limestone quarry and nestled amid the live oak trees, streams and wildlife of the Texas Hill Country, The Resort Course at La Cantera is a visual stunner. The thrills include a tee shot from atop an 80-foot quarry wall where you take dead aim at the Six Flags Fiesta Texas roller coaster, "The Rattler." But don't be fooled by the dramatic scenery - this beauty can be a beast.