What is The Retreat at Artesian Lakes like?
The Retreat at Artesian Lakes sits in Cleveland, one of 1 course in the city and 472 across Texas. The layout runs 9 holes to a par of 27 over 3,312 ft, averaging roughly 368 feet per hole. That is long enough that you will want a driver you can actually control off the tee.
The terrain is wooded — tight tree-lined fairways, which puts the emphasis on accuracy over raw distance. Tunnel shots and gaps define the lines here, so controlled mid-ranges and fairway drivers matter more than a big arm.
ThrowSpot rates the course moderately demanding overall, making it players who have their form mostly sorted. Expect a genuine test without being punished for every miss. This is the level most recreational players score best on. Most groups finish in about 45 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to The Retreat at Artesian Lakes?
For a course like this, a putter and one or two mid-ranges covers the majority of shots. Leave the high-speed drivers in the car. There is rarely room to use them, and a controlled mid-range will out-score a driver you cannot place.
If you are not sure what matches your arm speed, the disc selector converts your throwing distance into a speed ceiling and specific mold recommendations. It is also worth reading the wind calculator before you play on a breezy day.
Cost and access
This course is free to play, like the majority of the 7,008 courses in the ThrowSpot directory. There is no booking system and no check-in — turn up and play. Most park courses are open dawn to dusk; hours can change seasonally, so it is worth checking locally before a very early or late round.
Amenities at The Retreat at Artesian Lakes
Amenity information comes from PDGA course records and may not reflect recent changes. If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.
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The Retreat at Artesian Lakes is the only PDGA-listed course in Cleveland, but Texas has 472 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Texas.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is The Retreat at Artesian Lakes?
The Retreat at Artesian Lakes has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 3,312 ft, averaging about 368 feet per hole.
Is The Retreat at Artesian Lakes free to play?
Yes. The Retreat at Artesian Lakes is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is The Retreat at Artesian Lakes good for beginners?
It is rated intermediate difficulty, so newer players should expect a challenging round. Expect a genuine test without being punished for every miss. This is the level most recreational players score best on.
How long does it take to play The Retreat at Artesian Lakes?
About 45 minutes for a typical group on 9 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is The Retreat at Artesian Lakes located?
The Retreat at Artesian Lakes is in Cleveland, Texas, at coordinates 30.44029, -94.82254. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to The Retreat at Artesian Lakes?
For this layout, a putter and one or two mid-ranges covers most shots. Leave the high-speed drivers in the car. There is rarely room to use them, and a controlled mid-range will out-score a driver you cannot place.