Carolina Country Club
Logo: A gold outer ring around a royal blue disc lined with thin white concentric circles, 'Carolina' in white letters across the top, and a white shield at center bearing a black stylized fleur-de-lis of fanned teardrop plumes above scrolled volutes.
Course at a glance
Carolina Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Spartanburg, South Carolina (29306). The course was designed by Tom Jackson and opened in 1984. From the Black tees, Carolina Country Club plays to 6,929 yards at par 72. The course offers 12 sets of tees ranging from 4,283 to 6,929 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 155 and a course rating of 73.5, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. It is tied for the highest slope rating of any rated golf course 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 71-80 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Carolina Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Carolina Country Club
Carolina Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Spartanburg, South Carolina (29306). The course was designed by Tom Jackson and established in 1984. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,929 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 155 and a course rating of 73.5.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 155, Carolina Country Club sits at the top of the difficulty range in South Carolina. No rated course in the state carries a higher slope. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,283 to 6,929 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
6,929
Slope
155
Rating
73.5
Course Difficulty Analysis
155
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 | 155 | 73.5 | 422 | 368 | 177 | 553 | 405 | 578 | 411 | 218 | 395 | 3527 | 389 | 416 | 165 | 514 | 383 | 207 | 410 | 403 | 515 | 3402 | 6,929 |
Gold | 153 | 72.0 | 419 | 359 | 168 | 531 | 373 | 546 | 369 | 186 | 382 | 3333 | 367 | 414 | 154 | 507 | 379 | 199 | 407 | 351 | 496 | 3274 | 6,607 |
Gold/Blue | 152 | 71.3 | 389 | 359 | 168 | 531 | 373 | 532 | 369 | 162 | 382 | 3265 | 367 | 365 | 154 | 507 | 379 | 172 | 407 | 351 | 496 | 3198 | 6,463 |
Blue | 136 | 70.5 | 389 | 316 | 153 | 498 | 371 | 532 | 340 | 162 | 361 | 3122 | 334 | 365 | 150 | 472 | 354 | 172 | 372 | 341 | 483 | 3043 | 6,165 |
WhiteWomen's | 141 | 74.2 | 356 | 274 | 143 | 477 | 329 | 512 | 319 | 157 | 329 | 2896 | 310 | 352 | 136 | 443 | 310 | 158 | 331 | 321 | 467 | 2828 | 5,724 |
WhiteMen's | 127 | 68.9 | 356 | 274 | 143 | 477 | 329 | 512 | 319 | 157 | 329 | 2896 | 310 | 352 | 136 | 443 | 310 | 158 | 331 | 321 | 467 | 2828 | 5,724 |
GreenWomen's | 131 | 71.9 | 330 | 244 | 118 | 453 | 286 | 488 | 297 | 133 | 297 | 2646 | 262 | 310 | 126 | 411 | 290 | 139 | 319 | 287 | 446 | 2590 | 5,236 |
GreenMen's | 116 | 66.4 | 330 | 244 | 118 | 453 | 286 | 488 | 297 | 133 | 297 | 2646 | 262 | 310 | 126 | 411 | 290 | 139 | 319 | 287 | 446 | 2590 | 5,236 |
Green/Red | 128 | 70.8 | 330 | 244 | 118 | 453 | 244 | 488 | 297 | 133 | 262 | 2569 | 262 | 310 | 126 | 411 | 259 | 139 | 284 | 239 | 446 | 2476 | 5,045 |
Red | 124 | 69.1 | 327 | 235 | 95 | 422 | 244 | 446 | 271 | 108 | 262 | 2410 | 218 | 296 | 104 | 391 | 259 | 116 | 284 | 239 | 423 | 2330 | 4,740 |
Red | 113 | 64.2 | 327 | 235 | 95 | 422 | 244 | 446 | 271 | 108 | 262 | 2410 | 218 | 296 | 104 | 391 | 259 | 116 | 284 | 239 | 423 | 2330 | 4,740 |
Pink | 116 | 66.4 | 249 | 235 | 95 | 327 | 244 | 446 | 271 | 108 | 189 | 2164 | 218 | 199 | 104 | 391 | 259 | 116 | 284 | 239 | 309 | 2119 | 4,283 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 4 | 12 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 6 | 14 | 16 | 2 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 9 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Carolina 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 | 6,929 | 155 | 73.5 | 0-5 |
Gold | 6,607 | 153 | 72.0 | 5-15 |
Gold/Blue | 6,463 | 152 | 71.3 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,165 | 136 | 70.5 | 12-22 |
White | 5,724 | 141 | 74.2 | 12-22 |
White | 5,724 | 127 | 68.9 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,236 | 131 | 71.9 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,236 | 116 | 66.4 | 20-30 |
Green/Red | 5,045 | 128 | 70.8 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,740 | 124 | 69.1 | 25+ |
Red | 4,740 | 113 | 64.2 | 25+ |
Pink | 4,283 | 116 | 66.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at Carolina Country Club
Carolina Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Carolina 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 Carolina Country Club a public or private golf course?
Carolina Country Club is a private golf course located in Spartanburg, SC. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Carolina Country Club have?
Carolina Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1984. The course was designed by Tom Jackson.
What is the yardage at Carolina Country Club?
From the White tees, Carolina Country Club plays to 5,724 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,283 to 6,929 yards.
What is the slope rating at Carolina Country Club?
The Black tees at Carolina Country Club have a slope rating of 155 and a course rating of 73.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Carolina Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Carolina Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Carolina Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://thecarolinacountryclub.com/ or call 864-573-7540 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Carolina Country Club offer?
Carolina Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Carolina Country Club located?
Carolina Country Club is located at 2355 Carolina Country Club Rd in Spartanburg, SC 29306. You can reach them at 864-573-7540.
What is the difficulty level at Carolina Country Club?
Carolina Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 155. It is tied for the highest slope rating of any rated golf course 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 Carolina Country Club?
Carolina Country Club offers 12 tee sets. Black tees (6,929 yards, slope 155) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Pink tees (4,283 yards, slope 116) 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 Carolina Country Club?
Beginners at Carolina Country Club should play the Pink tees, which play 4,283 yards with a slope of 116. 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 Carolina Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Green tees (slope 131, rating 71.9) at Carolina Country Club has a course handicap of 17, 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 Carolina Country Club?
A typical round at Carolina 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.