Walker golf course at Clemson - hole 17
The Walker Course at Clemson University is known for its Tiger Paw par-3 17th.
240 Madren Center Drive, Clemson, South Carolina 29634, US
(864) 654-9020
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About Clemson University Conference Center & Inn

Located on campus, Clemson University's Conference Center and Inn offers rooms and suites with views of the South Carolina Botanical Gardens, campus landmarks and a private dock as well as walking trails that line the property. Guests may also enjoy an outdoor pool, fitness center, on-site restaurant and, of course, a conference center with a grand ballroom, executive boardroom and an outdoor pavilion overlooking the lake and golf course. The Walker Course at Clemson University is within the center of campus, boasting one of the best courses to play in South Carolina.

Facts

Price Range$$
Property Class★★★★
Year Opened1995
Number of UnitsLess than 100

Amenities

RestaurantsBar, Casual
Room TypesRoom, Suite
PoolOutdoor
Fitness CenterYes
Golf School/AcademyYes
MarinaYes
Practice FacilityYes
Banquet SpaceYes

Services

Room ServiceYes
ConciergeYes

Rules

Is the resort pet friendly?Yes
Is resort stay required for a tee time?No

Golf courses at Clemson University Conference Center & Inn

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Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Cold weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 25
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

WOW, what a course and what a day!!

A perfect day of golf on a superb golf course with good friends and good weather.

Early season but the Walker Course has green grass in their fairways. The greens were in excellent condition and putted as true as you’d ever want them.

We were greeted by a friendly host in the pro shop, Chuck, who welcomed us to Clemson.

The starter was also friendly and welcoming. Give a “time sheet” of 4 hours and 12 minutes for our round we were ready to go to the first tee. We struggled a little on the straight but tricky par 5, we were off and running.

We’re ready to go back to the Walker Course in the very near future.

Get ready for a fun and challenging day when you book your next round in Clemson at the Walker course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 27
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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5.0
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Previously Played

Great course.

Fun course with lots of variety and lake views.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
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Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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5.0
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Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Very good course

Good design and a well maintained and managed golf course. Great value for money.

Challenging holes through out, especially from the back tees. Interesting par 3s and 5s. A good combination of short but tricky par 4s and brutish par 4s (#9 is a memorable hole!). Scenic routing on the back nine. Greens are full of very subtle and not so subtle breaks.

Not an easy course to walk - the back 9 is a tough trudge.

A must play in upstate South Carolina. No wonder it is rated the #1 college golf course in the US.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
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Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 25
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
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Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Reviews 43
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

As a Gamecock fan it pains me to admit anything with the name Clemson attached to it is good. That being said this was a fantastic course. The vacant tennis courts was an eyesore but the golf course was terrific and their signature tigerpaw hole, #17 is a sight to behold. Greens were quick. Bunkers were perfect with white fluffy sand. Practice areas were in great shape. Best driving range I've hit on. Played from the purple/white tees. I'm normally a white t box and a mid to low 80's player, (the decade of great music by the way) but shot a 94. Terrible score on the front 51. Recovered to shoot a 43 on the back that felt like a 39. Will be back for redemption of that front side.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great experience

I have played the Walker a few times and often invite visitors from out of town. The staff are always professional and friendly and the course in top condition, despite the recent snow and heavy rain in the Upstate. The quality of the food and service at the grill is also outstanding, Keep up the good work guys.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 12
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always a pleasure

Wind was whipping on the back 9 but you won’t find a course in better condition in the upstate.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Reviews 59
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Great place to play

The day was cool and windy (January 1st) so tough conditions. The course was pretty empty with no one waiting to play. We arrived early and were told we couldn't tee off until our tee time--no problem, that's what they are for, keeping schedule. However, the clubhouse attendant was a little rude about it. He made up for it later by letting us head out 15 minutes early. After thinking about it, he probably drew the short straw having to work Jan 1st, so everyone has a rough day/moment. Anyhow, great practice area. Putting, chipping, sand and long range are all available to warm up at or practice. The course is challenging but forgiving. Lots of beautiful scenery with the lake on the last few holes. It's about a 90 minute drive so not some place I play often, but if I were closer, it'd be in my regular rotation of courses to play.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 45
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 45
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

College Football

This is the kind of golf course I could play ever single day and never be bored. I was passing through SC last fall and decided to buy a ticket to Clemson football, quick research I discovered their course, I parked at the golf course, walked to the stadium which is on campus, went to the first half and came back to play 18. I had much of the course to myself. Staff was excellent and accommodating. Played the front 9 listening to the rest of the football game, back9 has a lot of water and plays mostly of the lake on campus. An absolute gem and worth the 3 hours I went out of my way while being in the Charleston area. Counting down days until I can play here again. I wish they sold pin flags but they do not.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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