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3.2
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Conditions
2.7
Value
3.7
Layout
4.0
Friendliness
4.1
Pace
4.2
Amenities
2.8
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 7022 yards
Slope 141
Rating 74.1

Editor's Note: Course closed for business in 2018.

Originally opened in 1988 as a private club called Crickentree, the course changed its name and opened to public when it changed ownership in 1996. The golf course is known for its beautiful setting that has everything from meandering streams to towering hardwoods. There is also a scenic 17-acre lake that comes into play on a few holes. The risk-reward layout appeals to players of all skill levels. With good course management, the rewards are plenty, but it's not overly punishing for the high handicapper. The golf course is just over 7,000 yards from the back tees, equipped with holes that will please long hitters as well as shorter, trickier holes.

Course Details

Year Built 1987
Greens TifEagle Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ken Killian (1987) Dick Nugent

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse
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Reviews

3.2
178 Reviews (178)
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Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
2.0
Verified Purchaser

The worst cart paths I have ever ridden on in my life. I can't believe the carts don't fall apart.

The lack of attention to fairly significant issues on the course is evident starting with the cart paths. Almost all bunkers have lost their leading edge as it fades into hardpan/sand and tree roots. The greens were cut at a good height but whoever cut the holes needs significant training as the replaced holes were not level which created unnecessary bumpy putts. There were also 2 holes where the active cup was nearly pulling out of the ground. A few interesting holes and a pretty subpar pro shop. This is clearly a "country course" for the low budget golfer.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Worth the drive

The course is a bit 'out of the way'; and, In mid- April, it was still "off season", apparently, as amenities were lean and conditions less than prime, but, this course has a "Don't Miss" layout...exciting and challenging! The whole foursome want's to play it again.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Great layout and very enjoyable to play. Course is in good condition coming out of the winter. Should be in excellent condition by spring.

The fairways and greens were in very good shape for this time of year. We were able to establish a good pace and played in less than 3 1/2 hours. This course is a real pleasure to play and the holes are very scenic.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Challenging course

This is a very challenging course, with some very difficult, but very interesting holes. It plays very long from the white tees, with some long carries needed from the tee. The red tees are well distanced, with the exception of one water carry which would be beyond the distance of many women. The course was in great shape, fast greens, good tees, and grass is growing in on the mostly green fairways. Overall, a great course to play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser

The course has a great lay out.

Course was very wet although it hadn't rained in a couple days. Also the greens were very bumpy and some are burnt out around the edges. Made putting difficult and slow.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
3.0
Verified Purchaser

The course has a great layout and course is in good shape. Greens are soft and receptive. Pace of play was VERY SLOW and no marshalls in sight.

The course was in great shape and greens in great shape too. Pace of play took almost 5 hours and I was playing as a single. There were two pairs in front of me that would not let me play through. There were no marshalls in sight to even help with the pace of play.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Hidden Gem in Blythwood, SC (just noth of Columbia, SC up Hwy 77)

Long and narrow course with elevation changes.

Pond and creeks to add to it's natural beauty.

Multiple Tees allow you to bite off as much distance as you can chew.

First timers - play it while the leaves are off the trees, as it will get even more narrow when thet are present.

Play it once and you will return again and again.

Recommended to all.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Great layout and good greens

Very challenging course, greens in good condition; good pace of play

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Fun course, lost a lot of balls!

Enjoyable play with good pace. Fun layout with challenging Par 3's and scorable Par 5's.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

greens held good and putted true

Course was in good shape, the staff was very helpful and friendly. Played the white yrds and it was a fair test.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Nice greens,very challenging

Absolutely stunning views in fall,can't wait to see it in spring.this was as nice as any course I have played on.definetly a challenge to any golfer.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser

Course is looking pretty tough, and is a poor layout. Also, our electric cart gave out after nine holes.

My least favorite course in Columbia, SC area. You can hit a great drive and be penalized with a sidehill or hanging lie. Lots of blind holes and one really stupid 90-degree dog leg.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser

Good Course for the Money

I felt the overall experience was average. The course was challenging and overall layout was good. Hole number 17 is a doozy of a hole and enjoyed it thoroughly. The staff at the front desk was very unhelpful when we approached him. This was our first time there and he was very "short" with us and didn't give us guidance to anything about the course (cart location, direction of holes, whether their was a starter, range location and balls). One of the carts gave out about 14 holes in but one of the younger guys in the clubhouse came out and brought us a new one which was greatly appreciated. Overall, the experience was average.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 44
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Great fairways, challenging greens

Fairways were in great condition. Clubhouse had cart ready and staff was friendly. They exceeded my expectations!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser

Fun layout

Friendly staff and the course was in good shape but it was a rough ride (cart paths are very rough). I'll play again when I'm in the area.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Tough but beautiful

Greens were soft but super fast. Fairways were well kept. Get off the fairway and you will be in trouble. Plenty of water to avoid. Most challenging course I have played this year. This course in worth playing, just remember you will lose a few balls and the greens will remind you that we aren't experts at this game.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

NIce layout and in good shape

I found the course to be very fair but not easy. The greens were in good shape and the fairways and rough were well maintained. I liked the rolling sandhill topography on this course. It was visually appealing.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Nice underrated course

Tight faiways and elevation changes will challenge the lowest handicapper, but there's something for every golfer here. Usually wide open, the course's "signature" is the 9th / 18th double green nestled next to a large pond. For the money, Columbia golfers will be pleased.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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