Formerly known as The Creeks at Beechwood Doral Tesoro Golf Club is located 25 minutes west of the Dallas Fort Worth airport This 18 hole championship course opened October 2000 measures 7,005 yards from the back tees and plays to a par of 72 The course was originaly designed by professional golfer turned architect Greg Norman but when the course changed ownership it was redesigned by architect Jay Morrish Constructed on a former Texas cattle ranch the course follows the natural contours of the property maximizing natural features while minimizing drastic topographical changes In simpler terms little or no dirt was moved during construction This translates to a linksy course that is challenging yet playable while maintaining a standard of risk reward There are three par 4 s under 315 yards 2 par 5 s under 520 yards and one par 5 under 621 yards The fairways follow the many tree lined creeks that wind through the land and although 15 holes have water in play water can be seen from all 18 Five sets of tees will accommodate a variety of handicaps Yardages are indicated by stone monuments fairway plates and each cart has a yardage book Discount packages vary by season A hotel located on the property is scheduled to open late 2001 For additional information call the resort at 817 497 2582 or visit the club online at www doraltesoro com