Anderson Creek Golf Club
About
When Anderson Creek Golf Club first opened in 2001 it was immediately recognized as the "Best New Golf Course in North Carolina." The course was designed by 1997 PGA Championship winner Davis Love III, it was his first signature design in North Carolina. It has a traditional layout that epitomizes golf in the Carolina Sandhills. The layout features rolling emerald fairways lined with towering pines and undulating greens bordered by large roll-off areas, a tribute to the classic Donald Ross designs that are prevalent in the Sandhills. The challenging golf course has tricky doglegs and there are a variety of elevation changes throughout. Water comes into play on a few holes at Anderson Creek Golf Club, most memorably though on the par-3 fourth, which demands a carry over a large lake. Strategically placed bunkers also lurk along the greensides.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 72 | 7240 yards | 75.2 | 142 |
| Blue | 72 | 6716 yards | 72.8 | 138 |
| White | 72 | 6183 yards | 70.3 | 128 |
| Gray | 72 | 5752 yards | 68.6 | 120 |
| Gray (W) | 72 | 5752 yards | 73.8 | 138 |
| Red | 72 | 5009 yards | 65.3 | 111 |
| Red (W) | 72 | 5009 yards | 70.5 | 121 |
| Orange | 72 | 3966 yards | 61.0 | 101 |
| Orange (W) | 72 | 3966 yards | 64.1 | 109 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 75.2/142 | 407 | 548 | 407 | 205 | 406 | 504 | 213 | 461 | 433 | 3584 | 545 | 396 | 209 | 341 | 404 | 238 | 488 | 474 | 561 | 3656 | 7240 |
| Blue M: 72.8/138 | 373 | 528 | 385 | 175 | 366 | 475 | 187 | 429 | 404 | 3322 | 516 | 365 | 179 | 335 | 377 | 199 | 448 | 451 | 524 | 3394 | 6716 |
| White M: 70.3/128 W: 76.2/144 | 356 | 490 | 347 | 167 | 348 | 439 | 165 | 396 | 375 | 3083 | 493 | 338 | 146 | 315 | 365 | 167 | 400 | 373 | 503 | 3100 | 6183 |
| Gray M: 68.6/120 W: 73.8/138 | 329 | 460 | 323 | 140 | 335 | 408 | 150 | 371 | 331 | 2847 | 471 | 311 | 136 | 294 | 335 | 161 | 379 | 348 | 470 | 2905 | 5752 |
| Red M: 65.3/111 W: 70.5/121 | 306 | 401 | 258 | 128 | 317 | 383 | 125 | 286 | 263 | 2467 | 451 | 265 | 117 | 289 | 318 | 119 | 305 | 259 | 419 | 2542 | 5009 |
| Orange M: 61.0/101 W: 64.1/109 | 241 | 236 | 222 | 80 | 261 | 308 | 120 | 227 | 227 | 1922 | 323 | 199 | 113 | 204 | 253 | 115 | 244 | 241 | 352 | 2044 | 3966 |
| Handicap | 11 | 1 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 15 | 3 | 5 | 14 | 4 | 18 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 2 | 10 | |||
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 11 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 13 | 3 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 8 | 4 | 18 | 6 | 10 | 16 | 14 | 12 | 2 |
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Photo submitted by jasoncdrake on 06/09/2026
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Photo submitted by blamege on 10/17/2022
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Photo submitted by blamege on 10/17/2022
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Photo submitted by blamege on 10/17/2022
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Photo submitted by blamege on 10/17/2022
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Photo submitted by blamege on 10/17/2022
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Photo submitted by u314162672206 on 05/20/2022
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Photo submitted by u314162672206 on 05/20/2022
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Photo submitted by Russ3037536 on 07/01/2021
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Photo submitted by Russ3037536 on 07/01/2021
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Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 10/16/2017
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Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 10/16/2017
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Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 10/16/2017
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The par-3 fourth hole plays over water. Photo submitted by JasonDeeganGA on 12/20/2013
Conditions
This course has a great layout and very challenging unrelated greens. However, the greens were in terrible shape and the course itself is pretty rough. Lots of bare spots plus looks like the grass hasn’t been cut in a while on the exterior of the fairways. Not somewhere I would play again.
Must play it again when it's been dry for a week or more!!!
Started a multi-day golf road trip from here so I couldn't avoid the rain. The course, if dry, would be very challenging from the 5800+ yd tees; but today it was almost impossible to get over the forced carries. I had all the wet gear on but still chose to play from the most forward tees just to get a handle of what DL-III setup for the members and public to save for my next round here.
Fun course with just enough tweaks
This is a really fun course to play. Great Fairways and tee boxes. Well positioned bunkers and challenging greens. This was the 2nd time I've played here and everyone in my foursome commented on the quality of the course.
Only knock was on the wear on the greens, but attribute that to the rough weather we've had since I played 3 weeks earlier. Then the greens were great. This time they were heavy and had a bit of rough patches.
Just Bad Timing
Let me say this first: I gladly drove the hour to Anderson Creek because it has always been one of my favorite places to play. And it will remain as such...just was bad timing for the Course and my Tee Time.
Periods of heavy rains just prior to the day I played, combined with a well-noted period of extreme drought conditions spanning weeks prior to the heavy rains, combined with what seemed to be a recent punching of the greens, brought about my "Average" Course Conditions rating. I know that the grounds crew can only do with what they are dealt weather wise.
Greens conditions definitely cost me a number of strokes, as many of the aerification holes were not (no longer) filled with sand, so they were very bumpy.
Fairways were in good shape considering the recent drought. Tees were more than fine. Bunkers were inconsistent, but again- the area had very hard rains just days before. Restrooms were open on the course and stocked. The beverage cart made numerous passes throughout the round.
Guy in the Pro Shop was overwhelmingly welcoming. The new carts are top notch. And the range was well appointed.
Our foursome played in under four hours...on a Sunday... I will take that every time!
Friday 9
5 classmates from SC met here to start our golf weekend!! Staff was friendly and course was in great condition. We played 9 as we all had travelled in the morning. We had a blast afterwards since it was karaoke Friday at the clubhouse.
Great deal and excellent day
Decided on Monday I wanted to try to play Tuesday. Snagged a "Hot Deal" via Golf Now. I got to the golf course early. The guy in the pro shop asked if I was ready and, if so, I could go right to the first tee. The started stopped my, but then let me go off alone an hour ahead of my tee time. Had the course more or less to myself and did not catch the group ahead until #15. Course is in good shape. Some fun holes. Not really hard, but certainly not easy. Greens ran true and hit some decent putts. Played from the Gray (senior) tees, which are nearly 6,000 yards, so not picnic. My neighborhood group has played here and will try again. Overall great experience, particularly given the great price I got. Somewhat of a drive from the Raleigh area, but worth the drive.
Anderson Creek - Always a relaxing, yet challenging experiencing
Relaxing. Why? During the week, I have experienced no delays or slow play. We turned 18 in a little over 3 1/2 hours. Challenging. If you are out of the fairway, you will pay the price.
The course was in good shape for these current drought conditions. They were watering mid afternoon, keeping the greens in nice condition.
I would play this course more often if it weren’t a hour away. Great bar and restaurant area with good food and beverage specials. I highly recommend this course and the facilities. .
Nice ciurse
Nice course, in good shape. Good clubhouse bar and ok selection of drinks available through the beverage cart attendant.
Fun Track
Really enjoyed this course a few holes you have to shape your shot to score well. Great value
Firm Fairways and Greens
This is a good layout and I have been here several times in the past, but this visit the course conditions were a little rough. Fairways need some TLC, greens are pretty good and pretty firm and fast. Tee boxes are good. Staff is great and value is worth it. They need some rain bad. I hope they get some grass growing a little thicker on those fairways.
Good place to play a round
Always enjoy it here. Course is in good shape, the people are friendly, and the price is very reasonable. With that combination, why wouldn't you play here?