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Congaree Golf Club
Ridgeland, South Carolina, United States
18 Holes · Private club — no published green fee; play is by member invitation · Parkland
— About
About Congaree Golf Club
Congaree Golf Club is a private 18-hole course near Ridgeland, in South Carolina's Jasper County, designed by Tom Fazio. The club is unusual before you reach the first tee, because it has no traditional membership. Instead it invites ambassadors, people who support the Congaree Foundation, the charity that sits at the center of the operation. The course sits on a historic Lowcountry estate in the south of the state and has hosted PGA Tour events.
- Garrick Higgo won the 2021 Palmetto Championship, the first professional tournament at the club.
- Rory McIlroy won THE CJ CUP in South Carolina here in 2022.
- The 2025 Arnold Palmer Cup, a team event for college golfers, was set for June 5-7.
- Golf Digest named Congaree its best new private course for 2018.
History of Congaree Golf Club
Congaree grew out of a charitable idea rather than a conventional country-club model. Its ambassadors donate to and mentor through the foundation, which runs youth programs built around golf instruction and college preparation. Professional golf arrived in 2021, followed a year later by a second tour event.
Signature holes at Congaree Golf Club
No individual holes are singled out. The character of the place comes from a Fazio routing through lakes and longleaf pine on a large Lowcountry property.
When to play Congaree Golf Club
Congaree is private, so the best time is whenever you are invited. The Lowcountry is hot and humid in summer, so spring and fall are the easier months for most guests. The club has staged events in June and October, so check the calendar against your dates.
Playing Congaree Golf Club: tips
There are no public tee times and no published green fee. Play follows an invitation, usually connected to the ambassador program. Ask your host what is expected on arrival.
— Weather at Congaree Golf Club
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— FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Congaree Golf Club
How do I get an invitation to Congaree?
The route is through someone connected to the foundation who can host you.
Where should I stay for a round at Congaree?
Hilton Head Island and Savannah are the natural bases for a visit.
Who owns Congaree?
The Friedkin Group owns the club.