Tenison Park is a 36-hole City of Dallas golf complex in East Dallas, off Samuell Boulevard near White Rock Creek. It has two 18-hole courses, the longer championship-style Highlands and the tighter, tree-lined Glen, plus a large practice range. It opened in 1924 and is where Lee Trevino developed his game.
Tenison Park at a glance
- Address: 3501 Samuell Blvd, Dallas, TX 75223
- Phone: 214-670-1402
- Courses: Tenison Highlands (par 72, 7,078 yards from the back tees) and Tenison Glen (par 72)
- Practice: a large range and teaching facility plus a short game area for putting and chipping
- Owner: City of Dallas
- Tee times: tenisonpark.com, by phone or in the pro shop, up to 7 days ahead
Highlands or Glen: which should I play?
Highlands is the championship course. D.A. Weibring and Steve Wolfard redesigned it in 2001 with five lakes, 32 bunkers, TifEagle greens and elevation changes. At over 7,000 yards from the back, it's the longer test.
Glen follows White Rock Creek, which winds through the layout. GolfPass describes it as tight and tree-lined, and it's usually the less expensive of the two. It's a good pick if you value accuracy over length or want a quicker round.
What is the history of Tenison Park?
Tenison opened in 1924 on land donated by the E.O. Tenison family and was Dallas's first city-owned golf course. It hosted the 1968 USGA Public Links. Lee Trevino developed his game here, and the Lakewood Advocate has written about the course's colorful history, including the golfers and gamblers who played for money here.
FAQ
Is Tenison Park public?
Yes. Both courses are owned by the City of Dallas and open to everyone.
Does Tenison have a driving range?
Yes, a large range with a teaching facility and short game area.
Which Tenison course is harder?
Highlands is longer and has more water. Glen is tighter, so it punishes crooked tee shots.
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By Benjamin Stromberg, Co-Founder, GolfRoots. Sources: City of Dallas Parks, tenisonpark.com, GolfPass, Lakewood Advocate. Checked October 2026.
