Oak Hills Golf Club
Course at a glance
Oak Hills Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Columbia, South Carolina (29203). The course was designed by Steve Melnyk and opened in 1990. From the Blue tees, Oak Hills Golf Club plays to 6,827 yards at par 72. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 4,559 to 6,827 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 72.9, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 71% of rated golf courses in South Carolina. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bermuda grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Oak Hills Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Oak Hills Golf Club
Oak Hills Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Columbia, South Carolina (29203). The course was designed by Steve Melnyk and established in 1990. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,827 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 72.9.
Walking is permitted.
Oak Hills Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 142, putting it in the upper half of courses in South Carolina for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,559 to 6,827 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
6,827
Slope
142
Rating
72.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
142
This Course
137
SC Average
113
US Average
Based on 184 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 142 | 72.9 | 367 | 521 | 179 | 394 | 364 | 395 | 177 | 437 | 572 | 3406 | 447 | 407 | 504 | 127 | 392 | 387 | 431 | 198 | 528 | 3421 | 6,827 |
Gold | 138 | 70.5 | 312 | 492 | 155 | 357 | 345 | 362 | 153 | 403 | 544 | 3123 | 419 | 374 | 481 | 121 | 368 | 356 | 405 | 169 | 506 | 3199 | 6,322 |
SilverWomen's | 133 | 73.0 | 275 | 445 | 127 | 335 | 307 | 335 | 148 | 359 | 495 | 2826 | 395 | 341 | 439 | 93 | 323 | 327 | 381 | 144 | 470 | 2913 | 5,739 |
SilverMen's | 125 | 67.8 | 275 | 445 | 127 | 335 | 307 | 335 | 148 | 359 | 495 | 2826 | 395 | 341 | 439 | 93 | 323 | 327 | 381 | 144 | 470 | 2913 | 5,739 |
Red | 128 | 68.9 | 261 | 430 | 119 | 252 | 224 | 287 | 139 | 321 | 414 | 2447 | 377 | 265 | 400 | 86 | 292 | 313 | 318 | 99 | 436 | 2586 | 5,033 |
Red | 110 | 64.4 | 261 | 430 | 119 | 252 | 224 | 287 | 139 | 321 | 414 | 2447 | 377 | 265 | 400 | 86 | 292 | 313 | 318 | 99 | 436 | 2586 | 5,033 |
Green | 120 | 66.1 | 228 | 430 | 95 | 252 | 224 | 287 | 134 | 264 | 414 | 2328 | 295 | 265 | 342 | 64 | 292 | 259 | 313 | 91 | 310 | 2231 | 4,559 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 16 | 6 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 5 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Oak Hills Golf Club offers 7 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,827 | 142 | 72.9 | 0-5 |
Gold | 6,322 | 138 | 70.5 | 5-15 |
Silver | 5,739 | 133 | 73.0 | 12-22 |
Silver | 5,739 | 125 | 67.8 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,033 | 128 | 68.9 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,033 | 110 | 64.4 | 20-30 |
Green | 4,559 | 120 | 66.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at Oak Hills Golf Club
Oak Hills Golf Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Oak Hills Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oak Hills Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Oak Hills Golf Club is a public golf course located in Columbia, SC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Oak Hills Golf Club have?
Oak Hills Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1990. The course was designed by Steve Melnyk.
What is the yardage at Oak Hills Golf Club?
From the Blue tees, Oak Hills Golf Club plays to 6,827 yards (par 72). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,559 to 6,827 yards.
What is the slope rating at Oak Hills Golf Club?
The Blue tees at Oak Hills Golf Club have a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 72.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Oak Hills Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Oak Hills Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Oak Hills Golf Club?
Visit the official course website at http://www.oakhillsgolf.com/ or call +1-803-735-9830 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Oak Hills Golf Club offer?
Oak Hills Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Oak Hills Golf Club located?
Oak Hills Golf Club is located at 7629 Fairfield Road in Columbia, SC 29203. You can reach them at +1-803-735-9830.
What is the difficulty level at Oak Hills Golf Club?
Oak Hills Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 142. It plays harder than 71% 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 Oak Hills Golf Club?
Oak Hills Golf Club offers 7 tee sets. Blue tees (6,827 yards, slope 142) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (4,559 yards, slope 120) 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 Oak Hills Golf Club?
Beginners at Oak Hills Golf Club should play the Green tees, which play 4,559 yards with a slope of 120. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Oak Hills Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Silver tees (slope 125, rating 67.8) at Oak Hills Golf Club has a course handicap of 12, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Oak Hills Golf Club?
A typical round at Oak Hills Golf Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.