Pecan Valley Golf Course is the City of Fort Worth's 36-hole public golf complex at 6400 Pecan Valley Drive, along the dam and north shore of Benbrook Lake. It has two 18-hole courses, the River and the Hills, split by the Clear Fork of the Trinity River. The River is the longer and better known of the two. Right now, a bridge closure changes how the River's 15th and 18th holes play, so read the notes below before you book.
What are the two courses at Pecan Valley?
The River Course is the original. It plays as a par 70 and stretches to 6,609 yards from the blue tees (71.8 rating, 126 slope). The white tees play about 6,044 yards and the red tees about 5,381. The city calls it one of the top municipal courses in Texas.
The Hills Course is a par 72 that tops out at 6,577 yards from the blues (71.4 rating, 128 slope), with whites at about 6,005 and reds at about 5,275. It plays a little shorter than the River and suits golfers who want a slightly easier walk around the property. The driving range sits next to the Hills Course.
Yardages, ratings and slopes above come from the published scorecards. Check with the pro shop for current tee setups, since the city has tee and bunker projects underway.
How old is Pecan Valley?
The complex started life as the Benbrook Golf Course. The city leased the land from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in 1962, and golf course architect Ralph Plummer designed the first 18 holes, which opened to the public on October 2, 1963. Nine more holes opened in July 1964. In the city's 1981-82 fiscal year, a nine designed by Dave Bennett was added, bringing Pecan Valley to 36 holes and creating the River and Hills layouts golfers know today.
If Plummer's name sounds familiar, he also worked on Rockwood Park, another Fort Worth city course. Read our Rockwood Park guide for that story.
Is anything closed at Pecan Valley right now?
Yes. As of the city's September 4, 2026 update, the bridge on the River Course between holes 15 and 18 is out of order. While it is closed, 15 plays as a par 3 and 18 plays as a par 5, with detours posted on the course. Bridge designs are finished and the project is out for bid, with construction estimated to wrap up in summer 2027.
The city also lists bunker renovations for every bunker on the Hills Course, scheduled for winter 2026. Call the pro shop at (817) 392-6490 before you go if either of these matters to your round.
What else is at the course?
- A driving range next to the Hills Course with several target greens, with room for about 20 golfers at once
- A pro shop, reachable at (817) 392-6490
- The Grill at Pecan Valley, plus a snack shop with indoor seating
- A covered outdoor patio that seats up to 200, which is why you will see a lot of tournaments and outings here
- Parking for about 280 cars
Tips for playing Pecan Valley
- Pick your course by your day. If you want the classic Fort Worth muni test, play the River. If you are walking with a beginner or want a little less length, the Hills is a good choice.
- Plan for the river. The Clear Fork runs through the property, so expect water and low ground on several holes. Bring a few extra balls if you are still working on your driver.
- Warm up on the range. The range is next to the Hills Course, so give yourself a few extra minutes if you are teeing off on the River.
- Know the temporary pars. With the bridge out, 15 and 18 on the River play differently than the card says. Ask in the shop how they want you to score them.
Getting your clubs ready for Pecan Valley
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More Fort Worth and DFW course guides
- Meadowbrook Golf Course in Fort Worth
- Rockwood Park Golf Course in Fort Worth
- Best public golf courses in Dallas-Fort Worth
- Best driving ranges in Dallas-Fort Worth
- Used golf clubs in Dallas
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Pecan Valley Golf Course?
6400 Pecan Valley Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76132, on the north shore of Benbrook Lake in southwest Fort Worth.
Is Pecan Valley a public course?
Yes. It is owned by the City of Fort Worth and open to the public. The city golf office number is (817) 392-6560.
Which Pecan Valley course is harder?
By the scorecard, the River is a bit longer and carries a slightly lower par (70 vs 72), so most golfers find it the tougher test. The Hills has a slightly higher slope from the blue tees, so it is closer than the yardage suggests.
Who designed Pecan Valley?
Ralph Plummer designed the original holes, which opened in 1963 and 1964. Dave Bennett designed the nine added in the early 1980s.
Does Pecan Valley have a driving range?
Yes, next to the Hills Course, with target greens.
