Hickory Knob State Park

Great layout but as a state park it gets less attention re conditioning. I’m surprised it was open given how wet it was. But I’m sure they never close as every revenue dollar is important. I would definitely recommend but remember what you paid before you judge.

Considering the wet winter we had the course is in pretty good shape. The greens were a little bumpy. All in all I would highly recommend this course.

I have played this course often in the last 20 years, but it looks like someone used Green Spray Paint over hard packed dirt on most of the greens on St. Patrick's Day. Many of the Greens had pin placements on step inclines in areas where no grass existed on the surface, causing well hit putts and chips to roll of the greens because there was no grass there to stop the golf balls. I had several uphill putts on greens that rolled right up to the hole only to come back and roll off the putting surface. If you didn't hit the hole on any downhill putts, say goodbye to your golf ball! If you don't have decent grass on the greens, why putt pin placements on hills that are nearly impossible to hold the balls? I was planning on playing there Masters Week in April, but no way will these greens be ready in early April. I will be canceling my reservation that week. Hopefully they can fix these greens when it warms up.

This course was a great experience. If your from the Columbia area, it has a golden hills feel but with a Timberlake style. Fun design and very challenging, some of the holes are very rewarding even after bad shots. Don’t get discouraged looking up the huge hill.

Course was in good shape. Greens rolled true and were consistent. A couple of tee boxes needed work, but they were playable. Staff was great, very friendly, and the pro shop had a nice selection at reasonable prices. I will be going back to play again in the spring.

Although it is fall and the leaves are going to be an issue, the maintenance of the course was behind schedule. The leaves a" re being blown just off the first cut and of course piling up excessively. That is somewhat understandable, however, I lost three golf balls "in the fairway". The leaves were not being removed quickly enough and finding the ball in the fairway was challenging. When they weren't covered in leaves the greens were very consistent and fast. Two of the pin placements were totally unacceptable, there was absolutely no way to get the ball in the hole and it would not stop within 15 feet.

For the 3rd or 4th time in a row, I have gotten behind some slower golfers who would not even acknowledge that I was behind them. If they were playing at a decent pace I wouldn’t mind but 1-2 of them would slice the ball 30-40 yards and go look for it for 4-5 minutes as I am on the tee box and could get in front and out of their way. I am pretty sure it’s the same group because I go at the same time most Saturdays. Someone should go out and marshall the pace of play.

I found the course to be challenging but playable. staying in the fairways is a must for a good score. I thoroughly enjoyed playing the course

My wife & I always enjoy playing this course. With it's up and down layout it provides the challenge we like to play.

This course represents an excellent challenge to experienced golfers. Nestled among mature trees, narrow fairways, vertical approaches and intimidating water holes, it can wear you out. The thick rough and slow greens can take a toll on your scorecard..

The course was in pretty good condition. Greens were a little slow and the tee boxes a little dry. But overall pretty well (fairways were great). This is a pretty tough course, Very very tight. Pretty short course as well. The staff was very friendly and the food was really cheap. Hot dog and Gatorade for only 3.50. Overall great course for the price.

Great hidden gems in a state park. Awesome challenging layouts. Greens and fairways were in tip top shape and the staff was friendly personable and professional. Will definitely play again and hopefully better real soon

Nice course. Enjoyed views of Lake Thurmond. Several challenging holes with tighter tee shot landing areas - at least for a hacker like me. I played from the white tees, but probably should have played from the gold tees. Favorite hole was #16, a par 5 with approach shot over water to green. Friendly staff. Will certainly try to play the course a second time.

Nice hidden gem on Lake Thurmond. Great layout. Staff is always courteous and friendly. Well worth one’s drive to come out and play this course. You won’t be disappointed.

The course is in great shape. It is like playing on a private country club because so few people are playing during these warm days.

The course is in great shape and was not crowded at all. Very nice state park course!

Had 11am tee time and course wasn't very busy. Fairways were almost flawless. Greens were in great shape overall but very slow. A couple of them had some thin areas on them but nothing really bad. As we played, the greenskeepers were lightly sanding and verti-cutting the greens, however there was no negative effect on the greens. They were rolling just as smooth and true as the ones that hadn't been done yet. Bunkers were okay but could use a little TLC. Overall, this course should be immaculate in short order.

The best course for the money I’ve played in the Augusta area. Only draw back was cart path only rule in effect, but it’s due to course getting so much rain lately. Was beautiful from tee to green. Greens were slow, probably rain related. Better than the burnt up greens I’ve seen elsewhere for sure. If you don’t mind the drive, it’s a great place to play. Will go back soon.

Hickory Knob golf course is an excellent value for the price. The course is well kept, long & challenging enough for a scratch player yet a high handi capper can enjoy it too.