--- title: "Greenville SC Golf — Courses, News & Report" url: https://www.heregreenville.com/golf-report/ date: 2026-04-10T14:11:29-04:00 modified: 2026-04-18T18:41:41-04:00 author: "" site: "HEREGreenville" attribution: "HEREGreenville" --- # Greenville SC Golf — Courses, News & Report *Source: [HEREGreenville](https://www.heregreenville.com/golf-report/) — April 10, 2026 by * Latest Greenville's source for local news ☁ 70°F Mostly Cloudy · Greenville GREENVILLE, SC · UPSTATE EDITION · THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 2026 [BUSINESS DIRECTORY](/business-directory/) | [ADD YOUR BUSINESS](/add-business/) | [NEWSLETTER](/newsletter/) | [SUBMIT A TIP](/submit-a-tip/) [HERE City Network](https://www.herecity.com) [HEREGreenville Greenville, SC — Upstate Edition](https://www.heregreenville.com/) - [BUSINESS](/business-hub/) - [PUBLIC SAFETY](/public-safety/) [Crime](/crime-public-safety/) - [Traffic](/traffic/) [POLITICS](/politics/) [SPORTS](/sports/) - [Game Day](/game-day/) - [Game Week](/game-week/) - [HS + NIL](/find-my-school-high-school/) - [Fishing](/fishing-report/) - [Hunting](/hunting-report/) - [Golf](/golf-report/) [LIVING](/live-here/) - [Neighborhoods](/live-here/) - [Add Your Business](/add-business/) - [YTT](/yesterday-today-tomorrow/) - [Technology](/technology/) - [Health & Wellness](/health-wellness/) - [Home & Garden](/home-garden/) - [Education HERE](/here-education/) [EVENTS](/events/) [ANNOUNCEMENTS](/announcements/) - [Obituaries](/obituaries/) - [Order an Obituary](/obituaries/) - [Wedding Announcements](/wedding-announcements/) - [Order a Wedding Announcement](/wedding-announcements/) [ABOUT](/about/) [CONTACT](/contact/) [ADVERTISE — HERE City](https://www.herecity.com/advertise/) [Publish Here →](https://www.heregreenville.com/corporate-communications/) HEREGreenville # GreenvilleGolfReport 2026 Your guide to every course, current conditions, local news, and insider tips for golf in the Upstate of South Carolina. **7** Courses Profiled **Live** Weather Data **5-Day** Forecast **2026** Updated Guide Featured Course Village Greens Golf Club Russell Breeden • Est. 1969 Yards 6,379 Par 72 Rating 71.2 Slope 127 Signature semi-island green par 3. Blue Ridge Mountain panorama visible from multiple holes. [Contact the Course](https://www.villagegreens.net) **Greenville, South Carolina** sits at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering golfers seven distinct courses within Greenville County and more than a dozen additional layouts within a 30-minute drive. From the historic **Country Club of Greenville** — one of only a handful of **Donald Ross designs** in the Carolinas, established in 1908 — to **River Falls Plantation**, a **Gary Player** championship layout in Duncan with Diamond Zoysia greens, the Upstate delivers golf experiences typically reserved for destination markets. The region's Zone 8a climate supports year-round play, with Bermuda and Zoysia fairways thriving through the long growing season. **Woodfin Ridge Golf Club** in Inman stretches to 7,107 yards — the longest course in the area — with panoramic **Blue Ridge Mountain views** from the back nine. **Palmetto Hills Golf Club**, designed by **George Cobb** (the architect behind Augusta National's Par-3 Course and Quail Hollow in Charlotte), was originally nicknamed "The Widowmaker" for its demanding elevation changes and Champion Bermuda greens. Greenville's golf scene benefits from its proximity to major tournament venues: **Augusta National** is approximately 70 miles to the southwest, **Harbour Town Golf Links** in Hilton Head is 3.5 hours south, and **Quail Hollow Club** in Charlotte — host of the PGA Championship — is just 80 miles northeast. The annual **BMW Charity Pro-Am** on the Korn Ferry Tour brings professional golf directly to the Greenville-Greenville corridor each June. Greenville Golf at a Glance **7** courses profiled **3** public courses **2** private clubs **2** semi-private **7,107** yards (longest course) **1908** oldest course (Donald Ross) **70 mi** to Augusta National **Zone 8a** year-round play [PARTNER EVENT JUNE 2, 2026 Women's Golf Day Empowering women through golf worldwide. Spartanburg-area courses are hosting events — find one near you and join the global celebration. womensgolfday.com Find an Event Near You](https://womensgolfday.com) First Look ## Greenville Golf Weather Now 72F Partly Cloudy Feels like 70°F Wind 8 mph S Humidity 55% Conditions Clouds Location Greenville, SC AI Caddie Tips - Overcast conditions often mean slower greens — add one extra foot of break. 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Extended Outlook ## Greenville Golf Forecast — 5 Days MON Sunny 74° / 58° 10 mph wind • 61% humidity IDEAL TUE Partly Cloudy 78° / 61° 11 mph wind • 53% humidity GOOD WED Showers 71° / 55° 11 mph wind • 66% humidity WET THU Mostly Cloudy 69° / 52° 8 mph wind • 70% humidity GOOD FRI Sunny 76° / 60° 12 mph wind • 48% humidity IDEAL Upstate South Carolina ## Greenville SC Golf Courses Seven courses profiled — from historic Donald Ross designs to Gary Player's championship layout and the most accessible public options in Greenville County. Carolina Country Club PRIVATE 2355 Carolina Country Club Rd, Greenville, SC • Tom Jackson • Est. 1984 Yards 7,069 Par 72 Rating 74.5 Slope 138 Greens: Bermuda Rated one of the finest private layouts in the Upstate, Carolina Country Club stretches 7,069 yards of challenging Bermuda grass with heavy water hazard involvement throughout. Tom Jackson's 1984 design demands precise course management and rewards accurate iron play. Heavy water hazards throughout. Accurate tee shots essential on 14 of 18 holes. Pro Tip With heavy water in play, favor the fat side of every fairway. Bermuda rough grabs the hosel — open your stance in the rough to prevent the snap hook. Carolina Country Club • (864) 585-1101 [Visit Course](https://thecarolinacountryclub.com) [I Played Here](#i-played-here) Members only Country Club of Greenville PRIVATE 2500 Country Club Rd, Greenville, SC • Donald Ross / Kris Spence • Est. 1908 / Restored 2008 Yards 6,648 Par 72 Rating 71.6 Slope 128 Greens: Bent Grass One of only a handful of Donald Ross designs in the Carolinas, the Country Club of Greenville traces its roots to 1908. Kris Spence's careful 2008 restoration preserved Ross's signature crowned greens, subtle false fronts, and deceptive angles while modernizing infrastructure. Bent grass greens play faster and truer than Bermuda. Ross crowns require precise distance control. Pro Tip Donald Ross greens are designed to repel the ball. Never aim at the flag — play to the center of the green and two-putt. The crowned edges will punish aggressive approaches. Country Club of Greenville • (864) 582-3558 [Visit Course](https://www.thecountryclubofspartanburg.org) [I Played Here](#i-played-here) Members only River Falls Plantation PUBLIC 100 Player Blvd, Duncan, SC • Gary Player • Est. 1990 Yards 6,697 Par 72 Rating 72.8 Slope 137 Greens: Diamond Zoysia Gary Player's 1990 design at River Falls Plantation is the standout public-access layout in the region. Diamond Zoysia greens provide a premium putting surface typically found at private clubs. At approximately $70 in green fees, it delivers exceptional value for a course of this caliber. Diamond Zoysia greens are among the finest public-course surfaces in the Carolinas. Pro Tip Gary Player designs reward aggression from the tee — the fairways are generous, but the approach angles are tight. Zoysia greens are firmer and faster than typical public courses; land shots short and let them feed. River Falls Plantation • (864) 433-9192 [Visit Course](https://www.riverfallsgolf.com) [I Played Here](#i-played-here) Approx. $70 Woodfin Ridge Golf Club PUBLIC 215 S Woodfin Ridge Dr, Inman, SC • Unknown • Est. 2000 Yards 7,107 Par 72 Rating 73.6 Slope 134 Greens: Bermuda At 7,107 yards, Woodfin Ridge is the longest golf course in the Greenville area and plays as tough as it measures. The course sits near Lake Bowen with panoramic Blue Ridge Mountain views framing many of the back nine holes — a stunning visual setting paired with a genuine test of power golf. Near Lake Bowen. Blue Ridge Mountain backdrop. Wind off the ridgeline can add significant difficulty. Pro Tip At over 7,100 yards, club selection is everything. The mountain backdrop can create deceiving visual cues on approach shots — trust your yardage book over your eyes. Woodfin Ridge Golf Club • (864) 578-4653 [Visit Course](https://www.woodfinridge.com) [I Played Here](#i-played-here) Call for rates Village Greens Golf Club SEMI-PRIVATE 13921 Asheville Hwy, Gramling, SC • Russell Breeden • Est. 1969 Yards 6,379 Par 72 Rating 71.2 Slope 127 Greens: Bermuda Russell Breeden's 1969 design offers panoramic Blue Ridge Mountain views and some of the most scenic golf in the Upstate. The course features a memorable semi-island green par 3 that is one of the most photographed holes in Spartanburg County. Semi-private access means you can enjoy member-quality conditions without a full membership. Signature semi-island green par 3. Blue Ridge Mountain panorama visible from multiple holes. Pro Tip The semi-island par 3 plays longer than it looks — the surrounding landscape compresses visual distance. Take one extra club and commit fully to the center of the green. Village Greens Golf Club [Visit Course](https://www.villagegreens.net) [I Played Here](#i-played-here) Semi-private rates Palmetto Hills Golf Club SEMI-PRIVATE 5451 S Pine St, Greenville, SC • George Cobb • Est. 1979 Yards 6,190 Par 72 Rating 70.3 Slope 128 Greens: Champion Bermuda George Cobb — the architect who also designed the Augusta National Par-3 Course — created Palmetto Hills in 1979. Originally nicknamed "The Widowmaker" for its demanding layout, the course retains its character with demanding angles and Champion Bermuda greens that provide a consistent, tour-quality putting surface. Originally nicknamed "The Widowmaker." George Cobb also designed the Augusta National Par-3 Course. Pro Tip Champion Bermuda greens are grain-heavy. Always identify the grain direction before putting — putts into the grain are 20-30% slower. Grain runs toward water and toward the afternoon sun. Palmetto Hills Golf Club • (864) 582-6082 [Visit Course](https://www.palmettohillsgolfclub.com) [I Played Here](#i-played-here) Semi-private rates The Creek Golf Club PUBLIC 640 Keltner Ave, Greenville, SC • Unknown • Est. 1966 Yards 6,653 Par 72 Rating 71.0 Slope 117 Greens: Bermuda The Creek Golf Club is the most accessible and affordable golf option in Greenville proper. Established in 1966, this city-accessible layout offers a no-frills, honest round of golf at a price that won't strain the budget. Ideal for beginners, high-handicappers, and anyone wanting a quick 18 without the premium price. Lowest slope rating in the area (117). Most forgiving layout for higher handicappers. Pro Tip With a slope of 117, this is a great course to work on your game. Use it to practice course management — pick specific targets on every shot and track your spray patterns. The Creek Golf Club • (864) 573-0002 [Visit Course](http://thecreekgolfclub.com) [I Played Here](#i-played-here) Budget-friendly rates Did We Miss a Course? Know a Greenville-area course that should be on this list? Let us know. [Report a Course](/submit-a-tip/?topic=report-a-course) Golfer Reviews ## Greenville Golf Course Reviews River Falls Plantation Mike • Apr 10, 2026 Gary Player knew what he was doing. The Zoysia greens are unreal for a public course. Played from the Rock tees and shot 82. The back nine views alone are worth the green fee. **Memorable Hole:** Hole #15 -- downhill par 3 over water **Toughest Green:** Hole #4 -- three tiers with a false front **Best Food:** The pulled pork sandwich at the turn Village Greens Golf Club Sarah • Apr 8, 2026 Brought my parents here visiting from Ohio. The mountain views had them stopping on every hole to take pictures. Course was in great shape for early April. Staff could not have been friendlier. **Memorable Hole:** Hole #6 -- the semi-island green par 3 **Toughest Green:** Hole #1 -- sloped back to front, faster than it looks **Best Food:** Chicken salad sandwich -- homemade and really good Woodfin Ridge Golf Club James • Apr 6, 2026 Played from the tips. 7,107 yards is no joke. The elevation changes on the front nine are incredible. Wind picked up on the back and turned it into a real challenge. Best mountain golf value in the Upstate. **Memorable Hole:** Hole #7 -- elevated tee shot with water left **Toughest Green:** Hole #10 -- uphill approach to a blind green **Best Food:** Burger and quesadilla combo -- hit the spot after 18 Palmetto Hills Golf Club David • Apr 4, 2026 They call it The Widowmaker for a reason. George Cobb built elevation into every hole. The Champion Bermuda greens were rolling true. Excellent value for a semi-private course. **Memorable Hole:** Hole #14 -- 180-yard downhill par 3 with 50ft drop **Toughest Green:** Hole #9 -- severely sloped with heavy grain [See All Reviews](/golf-reviews/) Share Your Round Played a Greenville-area course? Tell us about it in 280 characters or fewer. Course Played * Select a course... 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Based in Greenville, the team utilizes local Upstate courses for practice and regularly competes against conference rivals across the Southeast. USC Upstate Spartans — Big South Conference USC Upstate Spartans golf competes in the Big South Conference. The Greenville-based program draws on the region's strong golf infrastructure with competitive teams and strong local recruiting ties. National -- PGA, Majors, and Tour News Coming Soon National National Golf Coverage Coming Soon PGA Tour results, major championship coverage, equipment news, and national golf stories with a Greenville perspective. Community ## Golf Tips & Advice Hit Them *Long...* Longest drive. Craziest shot. Hole in one. Brag about it. Travis -- Woodfin Ridge Golf Club Driver went 315 off the elevated tee. Downhill plus tailwind. Ended up 40 yards short of the green on a 465-yard hole. Best drive of my life. **Longest Drive** Hole #16 -- downhill par 4, wind at my back Karen -- Village Greens Golf Club 8-iron on the semi-island green. Landed two feet past the pin and spun back in. My playing partners went absolutely crazy. First ace in 22 years of golf. **Hole in One** Hole #6 -- the island green, 141 yards Marcus -- River Falls Plantation Bombed a drive then hit 3-wood from 215 to 8 feet. Drained the putt. Eagle on a Gary Player par 5. That Zoysia green held like velcro. **Eagle** Hole #9 -- 483-yard par 5 Your First Name * Course Select course... Carolina Country Club Country Club of Greenville River Falls Plantation Woodfin Ridge Golf Club Village Greens Golf Club Palmetto Hills Golf Club The Creek Golf Club Shot Type Longest Drive Hole in One Eagle Craziest Shot Best Round Hole (optional) Tell Us About It * (200 chars max) Submit Shot Mix Them *Strong...* Your favorite 19th hole. Where do you go after the round? Derek Ten minutes from River Falls. Cold local craft beer, outdoor patio, and they do not care if you show up in golf shoes. Perfect post-round spot. **RJ Rockers Brewing** -- Son of a Peach wheat ale Amanda Downtown Spartanburg. Great for after a round at The Creek or Palmetto Hills. Their cider is something different and the food truck outside is always solid. **Ciclops Cyderi and Brewery** -- Dry hopped cider on nitro Paul Why leave? Finish 18, park the cart, and the grill is right there. Burger, cold beer, Blue Ridge Mountain view. Does not get better. **Woodfin Ridge Clubhouse Grill** -- Whatever is cold Your First Name * Bar / Restaurant Name * Go-To Drink Why This Spot? * (200 chars max) Submit Pick Events Calendar ## Greenville Golf Tournaments & Events Presented by [Indoor Golf Solutions](https://yourindoorgolfsolutions.com) Your Indoor Golf Headquarters [Become a Sponsor](/section-sponsorship/?section=golf) Apr 13-19 RBC Heritage Harbour Town Golf Links, Hilton Head SC PGA Tour Signature Event Apr 20-26 Zurich Classic of New Orleans TPC Louisiana, Avondale LA PGA Tour May 15-18 PGA Championship Quail Hollow Club, Charlotte NC Major Championship Jun 2-4 BMW Charity Pro-Am Thornblade Club / The Cliffs, Greenville-Spartanburg Korn Ferry Tour Jun 12-15 U.S. Open Oakmont Country Club, Oakmont PA Major Championship TBD Spring Spartanburg County Amateur Championship Carolina Country Club, Spartanburg SC Local Amateur [Submit a Tournament or Golf Event](/submit-a-tip/?topic=submit-a-tournament-or-golf-event) Golf Getaways ## Greenville Golf Packages — Stay & Play Premier golf destinations — regional drives and bucket-list trips. Featured monthly. Regional -- Within Driving Distance Kiawah Island Golf Resort Kiawah Island, SC -- Approx. 3 hours Five championship courses including The Ocean Course — host of the 2021 PGA Championship and 1991 Ryder Cup. Pete Dye oceanfront links masterpiece routinely ranked among the top public courses in America. **Notable:** The Ocean Course (Pete Dye) -- host of multiple major championships [Is this your resort? Claim this listing](/section-sponsorship/) Pinehurst Resort Pinehurst, NC -- Approx. 3.5 hours The cradle of American golf. Nine championship courses headlined by the legendary No. 2 — a Donald Ross masterpiece and perennial U.S. Open host. **Notable:** Pinehurst No. 2 (Donald Ross) -- multiple U.S. Open host site [Is this your resort? Claim this listing](/section-sponsorship/) Reynolds Lake Oconee Greensboro, GA -- Approx. 2.5 hours Six championship courses along the shores of Lake Oconee featuring designs by Jack Nicklaus, Bob Cupp, Rees Jones, and Tom Fazio. **Notable:** The Oconee (Jack Nicklaus), The National (Bob Cupp), The Creek Club (Tom Fazio) [Is this your resort? Claim this listing](/section-sponsorship/) National -- Destination Golf Owls Nest Resort Thornton, NH -- White Mountains New Hampshires only 18-hole Nicklaus Design course. Ranked #6 best Nicklaus-Designed course by value worldwide. 36 holes total with the new Vineyard Course. Luxury rental homes and year-round mountain recreation. **Notable:** Nicklaus Design -- 6,684 yards, Par 72, Rating 73.0, Slope 133 [Is this your resort? Claim this listing](/section-sponsorship/) Streamsong Resort Bowling Green, FL -- Central Florida Three distinct championship courses — Red (Coore/Crenshaw), Blue (Tom Doak), Black (Gil Hanse). All three consistently rank among the top 100 public courses in America. **Notable:** Red (Coore/Crenshaw), Blue (Tom Doak), Black (Gil Hanse) [Is this your resort? Claim this listing](/section-sponsorship/) Golf Resort or Destination Course? Get your resort featured in the Stay and Play section across the HERE City Network — reaching golfers in 100+ cities. [Learn About Stay and Play Advertising](/section-sponsorship/?section=golf&tier=stay-and-play) Questions and Answers ## Greenville Golf FAQ Common questions about golf in the Greenville area, answered. - What are the best public golf courses near Greenville SC? The top public and semi-private options near Greenville include River Falls Plantation (Gary Player design, approximately $70 green fee), Woodfin Ridge Golf Club (7,107 yards near Lake Bowen), The Creek Golf Club (budget-friendly and city-accessible), Village Greens Golf Club (Russell Breeden design, semi-private), and Palmetto Hills Golf Club (George Cobb design, semi-private). - Are there any Donald Ross golf courses in Greenville? Yes. The Country Club of Greenville was originally designed by Donald Ross in 1908 and carefully restored by architect Kris Spence in 2008. It preserves Ross's signature crowned greens, subtle false fronts, and strategic bunkering. It is a private club open to members and their guests. - How far is Greenville from Pinehurst NC? Pinehurst, NC is approximately 3.5 hours from Greenville by car, making it a popular weekend golf destination for Upstate golfers. Pinehurst Resort features nine championship courses including the iconic No. 2, host of multiple U.S. Opens and consistently ranked among the best courses in America. - What is the longest golf course near Greenville? Woodfin Ridge Golf Club in Inman, SC is the longest course in the Greenville area at 7,107 yards with a course rating of 73.6 and slope of 134. Carolina Country Club follows at 7,069 yards with a course rating of 74.5 and slope of 138 — the most difficult rated course in the area. - Are there junior golf programs in Greenville SC? Several Greenville area courses offer junior golf programs and clinics. Contact individual courses directly — River Falls Plantation, Woodfin Ridge Golf Club, and The Creek Golf Club are among those that have historically offered junior programming and reduced junior rates. The First Tee of Greater Upstate also serves the region. - What are green fees at Greenville area courses? Public and semi-private green fees in the Greenville area vary widely. River Falls Plantation charges approximately $70. Woodfin Ridge Golf Club rates vary by season — call ahead for current pricing. The Creek Golf Club offers budget-friendly rates suitable for recreational golfers. Village Greens and Palmetto Hills offer semi-private pricing. Carolina Country Club and Country Club of Greenville are private clubs requiring membership. HEREGreenville Greenville SC Golf Report — course conditions, local news, reviews, and community coverage. Part of the HERE City Network. 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