The Challenge Golf Club

I have been playing golf for the last 20years around 1-1.5 hrs to RTP area. Challenge used to be very good but it became one of the worst courses in the last few years.

However, this course is back!!

Almost perfect fairways and greens.

Some bunkers need new sand but most of them are ok.

Greens are not as fast as hybrid greens but fast enough making your round enjoyable.

Yes, greens bite and you will see some back spins.

If you like some challenges in golf, this is one of them.

I am so glad to see this course has come back to the level that it used to be 15 yrs ago.

Great day for golf, everything was great. Top off with my 1st Eagle on #10. Driver and putter was all I needed.

I have played this course several times in the past 12 years. The positive is very nice Bermuda greens. The negative is everything else. Rock-hard fairways and poorly maintained edges where large patches of baked clay is evident in places. Don't plan on short pitches withbyou 64 degree. Some sand traps needs more sand.

$30 for the round isn't bad -- clearly in the catagory, "you get what you pay for". The place has a lot of potential but they need to spend money on an irrigation system and a commitment to growing grass when in bounds.

I played The Challenge a month ago and gave a Good/Excellent review. We played again yesterday and had another great time. Course is in great shape. The only question I had would be that a couple of the Yellow Tees (we played from) had what seemed to be odd/ nonstandard tee locations where the tee area wasn't as flat as it should be. But this was minor. We had a tee time at 1 PM on a Thursday and never rain into another group ahead of us or had a group catch up to us from behind - we basically had the course to ourselves so pace of play was perfect..

Course is in GREAT shape, weather was perfect so there were a lot of golfers out there. For a threesome it was a 4.5 hour round, much too slow for us speedy players

Play this course a couple times per year. This course rewards accuracy and punishes those who cannot stay in the fairway. Lots of terrain to deal with, as well as bunkers, water and woods. Bring your 'A' game and enjoy a challenging round.

For the average golfer, the course presents a challenge true to its name, but is fair. If you hit the ball with a reasonable degree of accuracy you will be fine. If you tend to spray your shots as many golfers do, there is a lot of trouble to find in the form of trees, ponds, and natural habitat areas, but nothing unfair. The greens were in excellent condition.

The course was in great shape. The greens were fast and true but holding. We were first off so pace of play was not an issue.

Great course in a beautiful North Carolina setting. Played at 7:39 not 11:39...There was some morning dew and moisture on the course but overall it was a beautiful morning for golf! Trees trees and more trees! You gotta be straight here. Lots of slopes and undulation and lightning fast pro style Bermuda greens. If you want a par score its not for the high handicapper like me but lots of fun nonetheless. The name says it all. The Challenge Golf Club was definitely a challenge.

The course was in great condition. Greens a-little sanded but other than that. Great.

The course was in great condition, even after a deluge of rain the previous day. Fairways were plush and greens were challenging but consistent. Really a great round of golf.

Played today for the first time at the Challenge in several years. Had a great time. Tne course is in very good condition from tees to fairways to greens. The layout is tough but playable and very fair - many interesting holes. Pace of play was great - course wasn't crowded.. The snack bar facility has somewhat limited but sufficient menu - I got a pimento cheese sandwich and chips for $3.00. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Overall a real good experience. I'll be back.

We play at the Challenge as often as we can. Definitely one of our favorites. Greens and fairways are perfect right now

I got a hot deal on Golfnow. This is my first time playing here. I enjoyed the course very much. Would have been great to play with someone who knew the layout. Some holes I wasn’t sure what to hit off the tee. Fairways and greens were in very good shape. I’ll definitely be coming back to play.

If you haven’t played the Challenge before, you will find that its title lives up to your expectation. While a couple tee boxes need some attention, the Bermuda greens are quick and in fantastic shape. Some holes are straight forward but the topography keeps you on your toes.

I’m a 12 and played the Blue tees and scored in sync with my handicap. About a 40 minute drive from RDU, it’s a reasonable distance and worth the $1.00 you may spend in gas to get there.

The course is in great shape. Faom tee to green, the course is well manicured. Greens rolled beautifully and were quick. Course layout is nice with turns and elevation changes. I like that they offer green tees...a mix of white and blue for those who want to play more than 6,000 yards but less than 6,500. Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful with tips to play a few holes as this was my first time. But won't be my last! An hiur+ drive for me but I will be returning regularly!