Austin’s golf scene is booming, and 2026 is adding one more impressive name to the list. Travis Club, a new private course designed by Beau Welling, is expected to debut west of Austin in mid-2026. Who Is Beau Welling? Welling got his start under Tiger Woods’ TGR Design team before going out on his own, […]
Austin’s golf scene is booming, and 2026 is adding one more impressive name to the list. Travis Club, a new private course designed by Beau Welling, is expected to debut west of Austin in mid-2026.
Who Is Beau Welling?
Welling got his start under Tiger Woods’ TGR Design team before going out on his own, building a portfolio of strategic courses that consistently earn recognition from the architectural community. His recent Texas work includes Halbert National Golf Course along the Brazos River near Fort Worth — a stunning Fazio-adjacent project — and his renovation philosophy at Stowe Country Club showed a willingness to make bold changes that improve playability.
The Austin Golf Boom
Austin has seen one of the most dramatic demographic expansions of any American city in the past decade. The influx of tech professionals, finance executives, and entrepreneurs — many of them avid golfers — has driven demand for premium private club experiences. The area west of Austin features rolling Hill Country terrain, cedar and live oak, and dramatic elevation changes. When an architect works with this land rather than against it, results tend to be exceptional.
What to Expect
Travis Club will be a private membership club. Expect a design that rewards course management over raw power — Hill Country golf means uneven lies, strategic bunkering, and greens that demand local knowledge. If you’re in the Austin market evaluating private clubs, Travis Club belongs on your radar now before membership fills.
Central Texas Golf Is Having a Moment
Between Travis Club, the continued excellence of Barton Creek Resort, and the growth of golf participation across Central Texas, the region is becoming one of the most interesting golf markets in the country. Austin’s terrain, mild winters, and passionate golfer base create ideal conditions for exceptional courses. The private club landscape has historically lagged behind demand — that’s changing in 2026, and Travis Club is leading the way.
