The Lakes at Castle Hills was designed by Jay Morrish and opened for play in 1999. The course is one of the best public layouts in the region, and is known for its excellent course conditions. Castle Hills has proven itself as a championship test, having hosted the PGA Tour Qualifying School and U.S. Open Qualifying. The greens are smooth and true, allowing the hot putter to make a lot of putts. But the course defends itself with trees, native areas and a variety of streams and lakes. There are plenty of outstanding holes, but none tougher than the opening two, a 479-yard par-4 followed by the 371- yard 2nd with its thrilling diagonal tee shot over the lake. The practice facilities include a 510-yard double-ended driving range, multiple practice bunkers and putting greens, and three regulation- sized practice holes.