Wellman Golf Club

Overall the course was in great shape considering the time of year (late fall). Only complaint would be the condition of the cart paths. Very rough shape. ,

This was a good value for the money. I did not like the fact that swing u GPS did not know this course

This is not an easy course. I would play it again

Golf’s recent popularity surge has reversed the fortunes of many courses, and at the reopened Wellman Golf Club, that means a brand-new-feeling, affordable option within reach of Myrtle Beach.

After a 12-year closure, the summer of 2023 saw golf return to Johnsonville, S.C., thanks to Florence County, the City of Johnsonville and the golf course architect team of Rees Jones and Bryce Swanson. Using Ellis Maples’ original routing, they turned Wellman into a stately, enjoyable South Carolina take on parkland golf. The routing is walkable and the holes move through broad, pine-lined corridors that enjoy some gentle, broad elevation changes.

Thankfully, Jones has left behind his 1990s penchant for copious mounding and excessive bunkering; Wellman lays on the land better than most other courses under his name, with thoughtfully contoured greens that will keep regulars’ interest as they see a variety of hole locations over time. The risk-reward par-5 11th, which swings around a lake, is a stunner, as is the long par-3 18th, which plays across a corner of that same lake to the foot of the humble, cozy clubhouse.

Wellman will reward Myrtle Beach-bound golfers who are willing to travel a little out of the way to play a, well-maintained sub-$50 course with a down-home local feel.

Good fairways and greens but the cart path does need some work.

Golf was in good condition seval tee boxes for all level of golfers. Friendly staff . Pace of play was average.

cart paths could definitely use some serious work. Course layout map would be nice and the ability to pull up course on GPS would be nice . Additional yard markers needed as well.

The value for this track is off the charts.

It's a really decent course

Not overly difficult but difficult enough.

A little but of lippage on a few of the holes but otherwise its a really decent course.

Staff friendliness is great.

Pace is great.

Would recommend

We had not played this course since it closed a few years ago. We were delighted that the course had been restored nicely. The greens in particular were amazing. We will be back for sure.

Hard to believe the course sat for 13 yrs.

Greens are super decent. Although a few of the holes seemed to be lipped at the top. Fairways and tee boxes good.

Not a very difficult course

But such a great value to knock around for a few hrs. Great pace.

And staff exceptionally friendly.

Pro shop closes at 5 on weekdays.

Would recommend.

And will play again

Just reopen in june, green were perfect, fairway and teebox ok, pace off play 3h15 and friendly starter let us start on 10th tee. Golf now special 13$ 👌 made it a must

Card paths were in very bad condition. Course and greens in great shape. Greens had a lot of character.

Cart path only bc of rain made for a long day...but worth it!

First time ever playing at Wellman. They have put a lot of time and effort in reviving the course. Greens are nice and fast. Beautiful course and clubhouse. The only thing that needs updating are the cart paths but I’m sure that will come in due time. Can’t wait to get back out and play again.

You may want to play with a bright pink golf ball… lots of trees and wooded areas (especially holes 8,10, and 12!)

The course is in good shape and they're making improvements. The greens are pretty quick.

This course is well worth your time and money to play!! Over 7200 from the back tees and will challenge you on so many levels! Glad to see that reopened this course after being closed for over 13 years! I live over 3 hours away but would definitely make a day trip to come back and play this course!!

Some fairways sections were under repair

Some fairways very narrow

Some of par four holes were very long

Over all course was enjoyable to play

Golf Now specials are a must. Good pace…. Good staff….. course is in good condition. Excellent maintenance staff…. Still need to rope off some areas to prevent some golfers from driving thru damp areas and messing up their course. Greens in good- great shape.

Course is not back to 100% yet but well on its way.

Little spotty in fairways but greens are fine.

Not worth the money. Play it once to say you did but there’s way too many options close-by that are cheaper with much better conditions.

2nd review. Course continues to get better even with a large amount of play. Yardage markers have been added. Greens have been able to be cut a bit shorter and are rolling extremely well.

Best greens in the area by far. Grass continues to grow into some of the bare spots. Tees, fairways, traps, and greens are in excellent condition. Players are using their cart sand to fill in divots and are fixing their pitch marks on greens. This is the best true championship golf course and test of skill in a large mile radius, and is priced at a fantastic bang for your buck. Pace of play continues to be great on weekdays and good on weekends. Go play and see for yourself!