Some of the most surprising treasures are found in the spots that nobody looks. Living in Kingsville, most places you will want to go are either on 14th Street or on Highway 77.
If you are looking for an activity, however, most students would rather take a quick trip to Corpus Christi. But what if I challenged you to stick around town and find something to do here?
It should not be a problem thanks to the L.E. Ramey Golf Course.
If you do not drive behind Highway 77, behind the beloved Starbucks, you will probably never encounter this gorgeous golf course. L.E. Ramey is an 18-hole golf course that includes a driving range and a delicious looking snack bar inside. I know golf is not a lot of people’s first choice activity, but it would be so fun to try it out and get a feel for it. It would also be a great excuse to buy a golf skirt.
Not a lot of college students play golf daily so it would be safe to assume we do not have a pair of golf clubs lying around. Not a problem!
You can rent clubs for $15 a set. If I am just golfing for a day or trying it out, I would much rather do that than buy an expensive set at Academy or someplace else.
For a very scenic golf course and for any golf course in general, the prices are not too shabby. If you want to play some holes on a weekday, it will cost you $24. A weekend would be $26.
Being out on the course playing 18 holes usually takes about four hours, so it is about $6 to $7 an hour, which is good if you are okay with being out that long.
Even better, if you bring your best friend along, this golf course has a special Mondays to Thursdays, which is 2 for $30. So, you would get a good discount and the company of your favorite friend for a few hours. I am sold, someone take my money!
But here is the best news: There is a student discount rate. College students are welcome all the time. They have a student rate that is 18 holes for only $13. All they require is a student ID and you will be good to go.
If you are anything like me and do not think you would be able to survive being in the heat for an 18-hole game, no need to worry. At the L.E. Ramey Golf Course you can get a reduced price if you are only up for playing 9 holes. And thank goodness for that because in this Texas summer heat, that might be the best option.
If you are thinking about trying this place out but do not want to commit to playing on the actual golf course, no need to fear because there is a driving range in its own little area. So, you can just work on your swing and hit a bucket of balls for anywhere from $3 to $9 depending on how many golf balls you want to hit.
Overall, this picturesque 18-hole golf course is a good one with a great layout.
They have been working to beautify the course for the enjoyment of the guests and have plans to continue this effort to make your experience one you will not forget and one you will keep wanting to relive.