Golf Club at Briars Creek
About Golf Club at Briars Creek
Golf Club at Briars Creek is a 18-hole golf course located in John's Island, South Carolina (29455). The course was designed by Rees Jones and established in 2002. From the Championship tees, the course plays to 7,175 yards with a par of 72. The Championship tees carry a slope rating of 155 and a course rating of 82.1.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 155, Golf Club at Briars Creek is one of the more challenging courses in South Carolina, playing harder than 100% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 18 tee sets ranging from 4,617 to 7,175 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Par
72
Length
7,175
Slope
155
Rating
82.1
Course Difficulty Analysis
155
This Course
137
SC Average
113
US Average
Based on 182 rated courses in South Carolina
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Championship | 155 | 82.1 | 370 | 170 | 409 | 193 | 546 | 464 | 599 | 404 | 352 | 3507 | 569 | 342 | 441 | 460 | 410 | 197 | 444 | 234 | 571 | 3668 | 7,175 |
Championship | 150 | 75.5 | 370 | 170 | 409 | 193 | 546 | 464 | 599 | 404 | 352 | 3507 | 569 | 342 | 441 | 460 | 410 | 197 | 444 | 234 | 571 | 3668 | 7,175 |
Players | 154 | 79.5 | 353 | 152 | 394 | 179 | 519 | 415 | 584 | 377 | 337 | 3310 | 517 | 324 | 408 | 430 | 385 | 175 | 424 | 190 | 549 | 3402 | 6,712 |
Players | 147 | 73.1 | 353 | 152 | 394 | 179 | 519 | 415 | 584 | 377 | 337 | 3310 | 517 | 324 | 408 | 430 | 385 | 175 | 424 | 190 | 549 | 3402 | 6,712 |
Players/Briars | 153 | 78.5 | 353 | 152 | 357 | 170 | 519 | 403 | 563 | 377 | 337 | 3231 | 517 | 324 | 376 | 400 | 385 | 175 | 400 | 170 | 549 | 3296 | 6,527 |
Players/Briars | 145 | 72.3 | 353 | 152 | 357 | 170 | 519 | 403 | 563 | 377 | 337 | 3231 | 517 | 324 | 376 | 400 | 385 | 175 | 400 | 170 | 549 | 3296 | 6,527 |
Briars | 151 | 77.1 | 337 | 123 | 357 | 170 | 499 | 403 | 563 | 334 | 327 | 3113 | 505 | 298 | 376 | 400 | 354 | 147 | 400 | 170 | 524 | 3174 | 6,287 |
Briars | 139 | 71.1 | 337 | 123 | 357 | 170 | 499 | 403 | 563 | 334 | 327 | 3113 | 505 | 298 | 376 | 400 | 354 | 147 | 400 | 170 | 524 | 3174 | 6,287 |
Tournament | 134 | 69.7 | 317 | 123 | 320 | 170 | 476 | 380 | 529 | 311 | 310 | 2936 | 505 | 280 | 341 | 389 | 340 | 157 | 380 | 158 | 484 | 3034 | 5,970 |
Briars/Marsh | 145 | 74.9 | 310 | 123 | 320 | 170 | 499 | 403 | 434 | 334 | 310 | 2903 | 505 | 280 | 376 | 351 | 354 | 121 | 400 | 148 | 445 | 2980 | 5,883 |
Briars/Marsh | 133 | 69.5 | 310 | 123 | 320 | 170 | 499 | 403 | 434 | 334 | 310 | 2903 | 505 | 280 | 376 | 351 | 354 | 121 | 400 | 148 | 445 | 2980 | 5,883 |
Marsh | 141 | 72.8 | 310 | 100 | 320 | 147 | 459 | 339 | 434 | 303 | 310 | 2722 | 482 | 280 | 318 | 351 | 335 | 121 | 301 | 148 | 445 | 2781 | 5,503 |
Marsh | 128 | 67.8 | 310 | 100 | 320 | 147 | 459 | 339 | 434 | 303 | 310 | 2722 | 482 | 280 | 318 | 351 | 335 | 121 | 301 | 148 | 445 | 2781 | 5,503 |
Marsh/Heron | 130 | 70.4 | 310 | 100 | 217 | 147 | 373 | 339 | 434 | 303 | 310 | 2533 | 427 | 238 | 318 | 321 | 335 | 86 | 301 | 115 | 417 | 2558 | 5,091 |
Marsh/Heron | 117 | 65.5 | 310 | 100 | 217 | 147 | 373 | 339 | 434 | 303 | 310 | 2533 | 427 | 238 | 318 | 321 | 335 | 86 | 301 | 115 | 417 | 2558 | 5,091 |
Tournament | 124 | 69.4 | 310 | 100 | 217 | 109 | 373 | 339 | 434 | 204 | 262 | 2348 | 427 | 238 | 318 | 321 | 306 | 86 | 301 | 115 | 417 | 2529 | 4,877 |
Heron | 121 | 67.9 | 253 | 74 | 217 | 109 | 373 | 284 | 363 | 204 | 262 | 2139 | 427 | 238 | 291 | 321 | 306 | 86 | 277 | 115 | 417 | 2478 | 4,617 |
Heron | 112 | 63.6 | 253 | 74 | 217 | 109 | 373 | 284 | 363 | 204 | 262 | 2139 | 427 | 238 | 291 | 321 | 306 | 86 | 277 | 115 | 417 | 2478 | 4,617 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 17 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 13 | 3 | 6 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 16 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Golf Club at Briars Creek offers 18 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Championship | 7,175 | 155 | 82.1 | 0-5 |
Championship | 7,175 | 150 | 75.5 | 0-5 |
Players | 6,712 | 154 | 79.5 | 0-5 |
Players | 6,712 | 147 | 73.1 | 0-5 |
Players/Briars | 6,527 | 153 | 78.5 | 5-15 |
Players/Briars | 6,527 | 145 | 72.3 | 5-15 |
Briars | 6,287 | 151 | 77.1 | 5-15 |
Briars | 6,287 | 139 | 71.1 | 5-15 |
Tournament | 5,970 | 134 | 69.7 | 12-22 |
Briars/Marsh | 5,883 | 145 | 74.9 | 12-22 |
Briars/Marsh | 5,883 | 133 | 69.5 | 12-22 |
Marsh | 5,503 | 141 | 72.8 | 20-30 |
Marsh | 5,503 | 128 | 67.8 | 20-30 |
Marsh/Heron | 5,091 | 130 | 70.4 | 20-30 |
Marsh/Heron | 5,091 | 117 | 65.5 | 20-30 |
Tournament | 4,877 | 124 | 69.4 | 25+ |
Heron | 4,617 | 121 | 67.9 | 25+ |
Heron | 4,617 | 112 | 63.6 | 25+ |
Amenities at Golf Club at Briars Creek
Golf Club at Briars Creek features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, tee times at Golf Club at Briars Creek are available to members and their guests. Use Stymie's Group Finder for guest access.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Golf Club at Briars Creek a public or private golf course?expand_more
Golf Club at Briars Creek is a private golf course located in John's Island, SC. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Golf Club at Briars Creek have?expand_more
Golf Club at Briars Creek is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 2002. The course was designed by Rees Jones.
What is the yardage at Golf Club at Briars Creek?expand_more
From the Tournament tees, Golf Club at Briars Creek plays to 5,970 yards (par 72). The course offers 18 tee sets ranging from 4,617 to 7,175 yards.
What is the slope rating at Golf Club at Briars Creek?expand_more
The Championship tees at Golf Club at Briars Creek have a slope rating of 155 and a course rating of 82.1. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Golf Club at Briars Creek?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Golf Club at Briars Creek. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Golf Club at Briars Creek?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Golf Club at Briars Creek. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Golf Club at Briars Creek offer?expand_more
Golf Club at Briars Creek offers a pro shop.
Where is Golf Club at Briars Creek located?expand_more
Golf Club at Briars Creek is located at 4000 Briar's Creek Lane in John's Island, SC 29455. You can reach them at 843-768-3050.
What is the difficulty level at Golf Club at Briars Creek?expand_more
Golf Club at Briars Creek is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 155. It plays harder than 100% of golf courses in South Carolina. The average slope rating in South Carolina is 137. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Golf Club at Briars Creek?expand_more
Golf Club at Briars Creek offers 18 tee sets. Championship tees (7,175 yards, slope 155) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Heron tees (4,617 yards, slope 112) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Golf Club at Briars Creek?expand_more
Beginners at Golf Club at Briars Creek should play the Heron tees, which play 4,617 yards with a slope of 112. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Golf Club at Briars Creek?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Briars/Marsh tees (slope 145, rating 74.9) at Golf Club at Briars Creek would have a course handicap of 22 and an expected score of approximately 94. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Golf Club at Briars Creek?expand_more
A typical round at Golf Club at Briars Creek takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.