Spring Valley Country Club
Course at a glance
Spring Valley Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Columbia, South Carolina (29223). The course was designed by George Cobb & John LaFoy and opened in 1961. From the Black tees, Spring Valley Country Club plays to 6,768 yards at par 72. The course offers 12 sets of tees ranging from 4,180 to 6,768 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 73.4, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 50% of rated golf courses in South Carolina. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Spring Valley Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Spring Valley Country Club
Spring Valley Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Columbia, South Carolina (29223). The course was designed by George Cobb & John LaFoy and established in 1961. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,768 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 73.4.
Walking is permitted.
Spring Valley Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 138, 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 12 tee sets ranging from 4,180 to 6,768 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
6,768
Slope
134
Rating
73.4
Course Difficulty Analysis
138
This Course
137
SC Average
113
US Average
Based on 201 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 134 | 73.4 | 417 | 475 | 193 | 419 | 410 | 375 | 183 | 417 | 503 | 3392 | 393 | 429 | 461 | 169 | 450 | 389 | 197 | 316 | 572 | 3376 | 6,768 |
Blue | 131 | 71.8 | 394 | 467 | 184 | 396 | 382 | 362 | 166 | 401 | 476 | 3228 | 372 | 404 | 461 | 158 | 425 | 367 | 171 | 296 | 549 | 3203 | 6,431 |
Blue / White | 126 | 70.9 | 364 | 467 | 154 | 378 | 382 | 362 | 166 | 380 | 476 | 3129 | 372 | 382 | 461 | 158 | 406 | 367 | 133 | 296 | 520 | 3095 | 6,224 |
WhiteWomen's | 138 | 75.4 | 364 | 433 | 154 | 378 | 365 | 332 | 166 | 380 | 452 | 3024 | 357 | 382 | 458 | 141 | 406 | 347 | 133 | 270 | 520 | 3014 | 6,038 |
WhiteMen's | 122 | 70.3 | 364 | 433 | 154 | 378 | 365 | 332 | 166 | 380 | 452 | 3024 | 357 | 382 | 458 | 141 | 406 | 347 | 133 | 270 | 520 | 3014 | 6,038 |
GoldWomen's | 132 | 72.9 | 352 | 416 | 136 | 342 | 358 | 318 | 150 | 297 | 442 | 2811 | 351 | 357 | 453 | 137 | 337 | 347 | 125 | 245 | 422 | 2774 | 5,585 |
GoldMen's | 120 | 67.9 | 352 | 416 | 136 | 342 | 358 | 318 | 150 | 297 | 442 | 2811 | 351 | 357 | 453 | 137 | 337 | 347 | 125 | 245 | 422 | 2774 | 5,585 |
Gold / Green | 118 | 67.2 | 352 | 416 | 136 | 342 | 358 | 318 | 150 | 297 | 442 | 2811 | 351 | 357 | 338 | 137 | 337 | 347 | 125 | 245 | 422 | 2659 | 5,470 |
Red | 118 | 68.4 | 301 | 406 | 126 | 300 | 285 | 311 | 140 | 291 | 406 | 2566 | 278 | 351 | 328 | 133 | 325 | 109 | 90 | 239 | 417 | 2270 | 4,836 |
Red | 111 | 64.3 | 301 | 406 | 126 | 300 | 285 | 311 | 140 | 291 | 406 | 2566 | 278 | 351 | 328 | 133 | 325 | 109 | 90 | 239 | 417 | 2270 | 4,836 |
Forward | 113 | 64.1 | 259 | 333 | 126 | 261 | 243 | 241 | 140 | 248 | 325 | 2176 | 278 | 278 | 328 | 83 | 256 | 109 | 90 | 239 | 343 | 2004 | 4,180 |
Forward | 109 | 61.9 | 259 | 333 | 126 | 261 | 243 | 241 | 140 | 248 | 325 | 2176 | 278 | 278 | 328 | 83 | 256 | 109 | 90 | 239 | 343 | 2004 | 4,180 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 17 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 15 | 9 | 11 | 8 | 6 | 12 | 16 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 18 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Spring Valley Country Club offers 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,768 | 134 | 73.4 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,431 | 131 | 71.8 | 5-15 |
Blue / White | 6,224 | 126 | 70.9 | 5-15 |
White | 6,038 | 138 | 75.4 | 12-22 |
White | 6,038 | 122 | 70.3 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,585 | 132 | 72.9 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,585 | 120 | 67.9 | 20-30 |
Gold / Green | 5,470 | 118 | 67.2 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,836 | 118 | 68.4 | 25+ |
Red | 4,836 | 111 | 64.3 | 25+ |
Forward | 4,180 | 113 | 64.1 | 25+ |
Forward | 4,180 | 109 | 61.9 | 25+ |
Amenities at Spring Valley Country Club
Spring Valley Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Spring Valley Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Spring Valley Country Club a public or private golf course?
Spring Valley Country Club is a private golf course located in Columbia, SC. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Spring Valley Country Club have?
Spring Valley Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1961. The course was designed by George Cobb & John LaFoy.
What is the yardage at Spring Valley Country Club?
From the Blue / White tees, Spring Valley Country Club plays to 6,224 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,180 to 6,768 yards.
What is the slope rating at Spring Valley Country Club?
The Black tees at Spring Valley Country Club have a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 73.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Spring Valley Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Spring Valley Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Spring Valley Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.springvalleycc.com/ or call +1-803-788-3080 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Spring Valley Country Club offer?
Spring Valley Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Spring Valley Country Club located?
Spring Valley Country Club is located at 300 Spring Valley Road in Columbia, SC 29223. You can reach them at +1-803-788-3080.
What is the difficulty level at Spring Valley Country Club?
Spring Valley Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 50% 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 Spring Valley Country Club?
Spring Valley Country Club offers 12 tee sets. Black tees (6,768 yards, slope 134) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Forward tees (4,180 yards, slope 109) 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 Spring Valley Country Club?
Beginners at Spring Valley Country Club should play the Forward tees, which play 4,180 yards with a slope of 109. 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 Spring Valley Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold tees (slope 120, rating 67.9) at Spring Valley Country 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 Spring Valley Country Club?
A typical round at Spring Valley Country Club 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.