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Stocked with some of the country's premier golf vacation destinations, South Carolina is loaded with top public and resort courses. Picking the best or most popular public golf course in South Carolina isn't easy.
GolfPass releases a Top 25 Public Golf Courses in South Carolina every January thanks to YOU. We create our annual Golfers' Choice lists by curating the reviews submitted by everyday golfers. We use GolfPass' Ratings Index logic that weights newer reviews and combine it with a course's subcategory averages.
Each course needed at least three reviews and at least some public access to qualify. Unfortunately, the Ocean course at Kiawah Island Golf Resort and the Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton Head Island did not have enough reviews to qualify. Make sure you review the Ocean course, Harbour Town Golf Links and the other excellent courses at Kiawah Island Golf Resort and Hilton Head Island the next time you visit either place.
We make our Golfers' Choice best-of lists user friendly. Simply click on the photo of each course to learn more about the facility or to book a tee time (in most cases).
Want to get involved with determining the top public golf courses in South Carolina or any other future Golfers' Choice lists? Click here to review the next golf course you play.
South Carolina golf courses reviewed in 2024: 117
Reviews of South Carolina golf courses in 2024: 8,685
Best public golf courses in South Carolina
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The Walker Golf Course At Clemson University
Clemson, South CarolinaPublicGreen fee: $35-$95
What they're saying: "This course is challenging from any set of tees. Really enjoy playing here. It will be really nice once the new clubhouse is finished." - Timothy5745964 -
True Blue Golf Club
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Green fee: $119-$202
What they're saying: "We travel to Myrtle Beach year for an annual golf trip. Been playing True Blue for 20 years and it is truly my favorite. Bring your long game, brush up on how to hit out of fairway bunkers for starters. Conditions were great. I cannot say enough about how great this course is. On the 9th hole I hit a long drive that landed 3 feet from a large gator. Took a drop which the crowd on the back porch appreciated. This course is a slice of heaven." - BobbyDGolfer -
The Traces Golf Club
Florence, South CarolinaSemi-PrivateGreen fee: $40-$46
What they're saying: "Had a round to remember with my Dad. Was in the local area to get work done on my boat and decided to play golf. I am glad we did at Traces. Great, welcoming and truly authentic staff and course was fun. It's open which I enjoyed while challenging enough to make it exciting. Good course conditions." - jamespbada -
Pawleys Plantation
Pawleys Island, South CarolinaSemi-Private/ResortGreen fee: $85-$167
What they're saying: "Interesting and fun layout through swamps, marshes, beautiful homes and large majestic trees. Gators in the ponds. Greens were the fastest we’ve played on our golf trip." -bigb1 -
Cheraw State Park Golf Course
Green fee: $29-$50+
What they're saying: "What a beautiful course for the price! Every hole is wide and both the fairways and the putting greens are well maintained. The scenery on some of the holes are outstanding and challenging. We loved it so much that we played the same course few days later. I would definitely play this course again when I visit either NC or SC for the golf trip." - Dannypcs -
Grande Dunes Resort Club
Green fee: $107-$269
What they're saying: "We had our annual buddies golf trip. We played the Dunes, and it did not disappoint. The fairways were excellent, and the greens were fast and true. The overall facility was outstanding, including the driving and chipping area. First class facility." - ajh3530 -
Blackmoor Golf Club
Green fee: $60+
What they're saying: "Everything about this course is good! Fairways, rough, and greens were a 9 out of 10. Great course for the intermediate golfer. Highly recommend playing!" - GolfPass Reviewer -
Heritage Club
Green fee: $71-$95
What they're saying: "Everything really was 5 star! Booked through GolfNow and still had breakfast and lunch included! Course conditions were great! No complaints whatsoever!" - wolfy189 -
Cobblestone Park Golf Club
Blythewood, South CarolinaSemi-PrivateGreen fee: $75
What they're saying: "Friendly staff. Really enjoyed the elevation changes. While the course had seen better times (heard there has been lots of rain lately and that) washed out bunkers. The greens while slow were in great shape. Very nice challenging course. Highly recommend." - Mortonwm -
Mount Vintage Golf Club
North Augusta, South CarolinaSemi-PrivateGreen fee: $60-$75
What they're saying: "Without a doubt, this is the best public course in the Augusta area. The course is always in good shape, the staff is exceptional, and it is a great value for your dollar." - patsprow -
Pine Ridge Country Club
Green fee: $30-$48
What they're saying: "Greens here are great. Course conditions are nice. Great clubhouse as well." - CLHall4 -
Man O'War
Green fee: $59-$141
What they're saying: "Tough course. But great value and very fun to play. Course and great condition." - ZupcicGolf -
Willbrook Plantation
Pawleys Island, South CarolinaSemi-PrivateGreen fee: $81-$169
What they're saying: "I highly recommend as the course has a very good layout and was in very good shape, and the history was a meaningful touch." - GolfPass Reviewer -
Santee National Golf Course
Green fee: $59+
What they're saying: "The course (has) been a favorite of ours to play for years now and (we) look forward to playing when we are in Manning SC visiting family. The course was just as rated (in) great condition. Play and enjoy it as we do when we visit." - SLOWSHOT -
Greer Golf & Country Club
Green fee: $50+
What they're saying: "It was a prefect day weather wise and the course was in great shape. I would highly recommend it." - linda32 -
Stoney Point Golf Club (rebranding as Olde Eight Golf Club)
Green fee: TBD, the course is closed for a renovation and rebranding as Olde Eight Golf Club.
What they're saying: "Great Place! Loved it! Hate they will be closing but the new place will be even better!" - ChrisP68 -
Greenwood Country Club
Green fee: $50-$60
What they're saying: "This course was in very good condition even after some rain earlier in the week. Greens had some bare spots but what greens don’t at the end of the summer. There were not many people out so we were able to play at a solid pace all day. The golf shop worker and starter were both lovely. The range was closed the day we played due to a wedding but overall great experience." - williamwall11 -
Links at Wild Dunes Golf Links
Green fee: $199-$229
What they're saying: "The fairways are well maintained. Nice layout and last holes great view of the Atlantic Ocean." - blackmask1976 -
Wellman Golf Club
Green fee: $60-$75
What they're saying: "Course was very good, very nice pro shop, locals were very friendly. We plan on returning." - sl1 -
River Hills Golf & Country Club
Little River, South CarolinaSemi-PrivateGreen fee: $63-$155
What they're saying: "A little out of the way from Myrtle beach but worth the drive. The fairways and greens were in excellent condition. The rough is dense and unforgiving making for some challenging shots if you wander off the fairway. Sand traps were well maintained and challenging but not hard or muddy. Fun and challenging course." - blairsoules -
The Legends Golf Course at Parris Island
Parris Island, South CarolinaMilitaryGreen fee: $71-$99
What they're saying: "For the price it was a nice course. Great pace of play. Challenging enough for 15-20 handicappers." - GolfPass Reviewer -
White Plains Golf Club
Green fee: $39+
What they're saying: "We’ve watched this course absolutely explode this past year, the owner has an amazing vision and has been executing it flawlessly - if you told me one year ago this would be my new favorite course I wouldn’t have believed it but what an upgrade! Honestly one of the most fun and best bang for the buck courses to play around." - TaylorPennington -
The Tradition Club
Green fee: $63-$169
What they're saying: "Excellent service. Course in great shape. Greens might been considered slow but they still roll fairly." - bentorrey -
The Wizard
Green fee: $91-$141
What they're saying: "Course was in perfect condition (tee boxes, sand, greens all great). Laid back atmosphere with very friendly and attentive staff. The price includes lunch and 2 drinks. Would definitely play there again, or the sister course (Man O' War). The two courses are side by side and together offer some beautiful views." - JDTGolferGuy -
Sweetwater Country Club
Green fee: $40-$60+
What they're saying: "Travel an hour to play this course once a week. Course conditions are very good the staff are friendly. The only drawback is the amount of fivesomes or more that play on weekends but for most part they let faster players through." - Kahle
Comments (1)
I have played Greer Country Club many times - only as a last resort... because it is close to my house. It is in the best shape it has ever been in, (I will give you that), but this ranking is egregiously off. It's like changing the brakes on a Ford Fiesta and declaring it one of the best vehicles on the road. The Greer Country Club was designed on a napkin - if that tells you anything. If you go... plan to wait, wear a hard hat, and keep your eyes peeled.