The Hermann Park Golf Course and its two-mile walking trail will close this fall for a $30 million renovation aimed at modernizing the century-old facility and improving its environmental sustainability, city officials announced Aug. 8.
The project is a partnership between the Astros Golf Foundation, the Hermann Park Conservancy and the Houston Parks and Recreation Department. Construction is expected to begin in September and last until October 2026.
Plans include upgraded drainage and stormwater systems to reduce reliance on potable water, the relocation of large oak trees to add shade along the walking trail, and the expansion of the driving range. The redesign will feature a par-3 front nine and a par-36 back nine, along with a new clubhouse and maintenance facilities.
An adaptive training facility, developed in partnership with Texas Children’s Hospital, will also be added for players with medical conditions.
The course, first opened in 1923, is notable as one of the first in Houston to be fully desegregated, in 1954. It is currently managed by BSL Golf, but the city plans to take over operations after the renovation.
Mayor John Whitmire called the project an example of “improving quality of life through collaboration,” while Hermann Park Conservancy President Cara Lambright said the are about “elevating golf players’ experience and delivering environmental improvements.”
“Parks belong to the people of Houston, and I am excited about this collaboration to improve the Hermann Park Golf Course, while preserving public access.” Whitmire said.
The course has faced recent financial challenges, reporting $9.3 million in expenses against $8.4 million in revenue in 2024. Officials said the overhaul is intended to improve both the user experience and the course’s long-term financial health.