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TPC Craig Ranch has hosted the Byron Nelson PGA Tour event since 2021, attracting the world’s top professionals and showcasing dramatic finishes on the 18th hole.
About
TPC Craig Ranch is a private championship golf course in McKinney, Texas, designed by Tom Weiskopf. Opened in 2004, it features Zoysia fairways and Bentgrass greens and has hosted notable professional tournaments including the PGA Tour’s Byron Nelson. The gently rolling terrain and strategic layout provide a challenging yet enjoyable experience for golfers of all abilities.
Caddie Tip
Favor the right side off the tee on several holes to avoid Rowlett Creek, which winds through the property. The greens are fast with subtle breaks, so take time reading putts. Approach shots below the hole are rewarded, especially on the multi-tiered par 3s and elevated greens.
The Main Challenge
The course’s greatest challenge is the presence of Rowlett Creek, which forces precise drives and approaches on multiple holes. Fast, firm Bentgrass greens add complexity, and subtle elevation changes make club selection difficult. The finishing stretch, especially 16–18, demands both strategy and execution to avoid big numbers.
The Good
Golfers consistently praise the superb course conditions and strategic design by Tom Weiskopf. The tranquil countryside setting and Zoysia fairways provide a tour-quality playing surface. Members highlight the thrill of playing a layout that regularly hosts PGA Tour events, especially the impressive finishing stretch.
The Not So Good
Some members and guests note that the course can become crowded around major event dates and that pace of play occasionally slows during busy weekends and tournament preparations. Others mention the cost and exclusivity, wishing for more opportunities for guests and non-members.
Signature Hole:
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18
The 18th at TPC Craig Ranch is a par 5 finishing hole that challenges players with a risk-reward design. Rowlett Creek flanks the left side, influencing shot selection both off the tee and on approach. Its dramatic setting and tournament history make it a thrilling conclusion for both members and elite competitors alike.
Clubhouse
The stone clubhouse offers upscale dining, private event spaces, a grand veranda, and men’s and women’s locker rooms. Members enjoy attentive service, multiple lounges, fitness facilities, and year-round social and golf-related events, creating a lively club atmosphere.
Practice Facilities
TPC Craig Ranch provides an expansive practice area with a dual-ended 350-yard range, target greens, a 14,000-square-foot putting green, and a full short-game complex with bunkers and a 100-yard area. Instruction from PGA professionals is also available, making it ideal for practice and skill development.
Dress Code:
Standard
No dress code enforced. All attire is permitted.
Collared shirts not required. Clean, athletic or golf-appropriate casual wear is acceptable.
Collared shirts required. No denim, gym wear, or overly casual clothing.
Collared shirts must be tucked in; no cargo or athletic shorts. No hats indoors.
Elite club standards; jackets required indoors, no changing shoes in the parking lot, and specific attire rules based on the area of the facility.
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