Golf Courses and Country Clubs - Durham
Original Content by Carl Johnson
The state of North Carolina is known for beautiful hiking throughout our mountain's ranges, the beauty and calm of our one of kind east coast beaches, and our welcoming and award-winning golf courses and country clubs! You can find a variety of both public and private courses available all over North Carolina but in this article, we highlight those that are within the boundaries of Durham County. They offer a uniqueness of peaceful rolling golf greens with the close proximity to all downtown Durham and the universities have to offer!
There are ten golf courses in Durham County, North Carolina, with one being a municipal course. The oldest course in the Durham area is the Duke University Golf Club which was designed by Robert Trent Jones, ASGCA/ Rees Jones, ASGCA and opened in 1957. The longest course is The Country Club At Wakefield Plantation, which is 7,257 yards. Treyburn Country Club is rated the best course in Durham. The following courses have won various awards: Treyburn Country Club, Old Chatham Golf Club.
There are ten golf courses in Durham County, North Carolina, with one being a municipal course. The oldest course in the Durham area is the Duke University Golf Club which was designed by Robert Trent Jones, ASGCA/ Rees Jones, ASGCA and opened in 1957. The longest course is The Country Club At Wakefield Plantation, which is 7,257 yards. Treyburn Country Club is rated the best course in Durham. The following courses have won various awards: Treyburn Country Club, Old Chatham Golf Club.
Here are the country clubs and golf courses in Durham County in alphabetical order:
Croasdaile Country Club
18 holes over 6,797 yards with a par of 72 (Private)
3800 Farm Gate Ave
Durham, NC 27705-2416
(919) 383-2517
4 miles from the center of Durham.
From their website: “Croasdaile Country Club has 50 plus years of wonderful history. Our classic parklands golf course is exceptionally maintained year round. Our course was designed by famed architect George Cobb for a grand opening in 1966. Architect and Cobb Associate John Lafoy performed a very honest and essential renovation in 2002, which included a conversion to A1-A4 Bentgrass greens and provides our current course layout.”
Amenities: Full Service Pro Shop, Private lessons/clinics, 3 putting, chipping, and pitching areas, Full-length grass range, Locker rooms, Custom golf programs (Men, Women & Jrs); Tennis, Swimming, Fitness, Dining/Grill, Social Events, Kids Activities
Croasdaile Country Club
18 holes over 6,797 yards with a par of 72 (Private)
3800 Farm Gate Ave
Durham, NC 27705-2416
(919) 383-2517
4 miles from the center of Durham.
From their website: “Croasdaile Country Club has 50 plus years of wonderful history. Our classic parklands golf course is exceptionally maintained year round. Our course was designed by famed architect George Cobb for a grand opening in 1966. Architect and Cobb Associate John Lafoy performed a very honest and essential renovation in 2002, which included a conversion to A1-A4 Bentgrass greens and provides our current course layout.”
Amenities: Full Service Pro Shop, Private lessons/clinics, 3 putting, chipping, and pitching areas, Full-length grass range, Locker rooms, Custom golf programs (Men, Women & Jrs); Tennis, Swimming, Fitness, Dining/Grill, Social Events, Kids Activities
The Crossings Golf Club
18 holes over 6,537 yards with a par of 71 (Semi-Private/Public)
4023 Wake Forest Rd
Durham, NC 27703-3609
(919) 598-8686
6 miles from the center of Durham.
From their website: “The Crossings Golf Club is locally owned and operated. The owners are originally from North Carolina and are now Triangle residents. With over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry and more than 40 years experience as a Member of the Professional Golfer’s Association of America, the leadership is well qualified to provide you a great day of golf and fun.”
Amenities: The Mallard Grill (restaurant)
18 holes over 6,537 yards with a par of 71 (Semi-Private/Public)
4023 Wake Forest Rd
Durham, NC 27703-3609
(919) 598-8686
6 miles from the center of Durham.
From their website: “The Crossings Golf Club is locally owned and operated. The owners are originally from North Carolina and are now Triangle residents. With over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry and more than 40 years experience as a Member of the Professional Golfer’s Association of America, the leadership is well qualified to provide you a great day of golf and fun.”
Amenities: The Mallard Grill (restaurant)
Duke University Golf Club, Duke University Course
18 holes over 7,045 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
3001 Cameron Blvd
Durham, NC 27705-1059
(919) 681-2288
2 miles from the center of Durham.
From their website: “One of The Best Courses in the Southeast. A Public Golf Course by Robert Trent Jones Sr. & Rees Jones. Duke University Golf Club exists for you to play, enjoy and savor the vision of Jones and Jones. It is a work of art that is a singular masterpiece and one that will leave you with the distinct impression that, indeed, in Robert Trent Jones Sr.’s words, “…the golf holes were on the ground, just lying there, waiting to be grassed over.'"
Amenities: 20+ acres of practice facilities. Golf lessons and club house. Numerous events and tournaments held throughout the year.
18 holes over 7,045 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
3001 Cameron Blvd
Durham, NC 27705-1059
(919) 681-2288
2 miles from the center of Durham.
From their website: “One of The Best Courses in the Southeast. A Public Golf Course by Robert Trent Jones Sr. & Rees Jones. Duke University Golf Club exists for you to play, enjoy and savor the vision of Jones and Jones. It is a work of art that is a singular masterpiece and one that will leave you with the distinct impression that, indeed, in Robert Trent Jones Sr.’s words, “…the golf holes were on the ground, just lying there, waiting to be grassed over.'"
Amenities: 20+ acres of practice facilities. Golf lessons and club house. Numerous events and tournaments held throughout the year.
Falls Village Golf Course
18 holes over 7,072 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
115 Falls Village Ln
Durham, NC 27703-8527
(919) 596-4653
8 miles from the center of Durham
From their website: “This 18-hole championship course opened in 1999 just outside of Research Triangle Park. The peaceful setting at Falls Village offers an unforgettable and challenging golf experience for players of all abilities. The course is made memorable by its design features and natural beauty, combining modern architecture with natural landscapes. The absence of homes surrounding the golf course provides a peaceful day away from the nearby metro areas.”
Amenities: Pro shop, The Snack Bar at Falls Village Golf Club
18 holes over 7,072 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
115 Falls Village Ln
Durham, NC 27703-8527
(919) 596-4653
8 miles from the center of Durham
From their website: “This 18-hole championship course opened in 1999 just outside of Research Triangle Park. The peaceful setting at Falls Village offers an unforgettable and challenging golf experience for players of all abilities. The course is made memorable by its design features and natural beauty, combining modern architecture with natural landscapes. The absence of homes surrounding the golf course provides a peaceful day away from the nearby metro areas.”
Amenities: Pro shop, The Snack Bar at Falls Village Golf Club
Hillandale Golf Course, Hillandale Course
18 holes over 6,445 yards with a par of 71 (Municipal)
1600 Hillandale Rd
Durham, NC 27705-3038
(919) 286-4211
3 miles from the center of Durham.
From their website: “Hillandale Golf Course was donated to the Durham, North Carolina, community in 1911 through the philanthropic interests of long-time Durham resident John Sprunt Hill. The original nine holes were designed by renowned golf course architect Donald Ross, with the remaining nine designed by Perry Maxwell. In 1960, the Hillandale Golf Course was moved to its current location and was redesigned by George Cobb, who designed the Surf Club in Myrtle Beach, S.C.. Open to the public, and featuring the nationally-acclaimed Hillandale Golf Shop (pictured below), one visit to the Hillandale Golf Course and you will know why golfers in the Durham/Research Triangle Park, North Carolina area have been coming back for generations to test their golf games on this time-tested public golf course. The course provides a challenge to golfers of all skill levels. As the oldest course in Durham, generations of families have grown up on the friendly fairways of Hillandale Golf Course.”
Amenities: Pro Shop, tournaments/leagues, Instruction/Clinics, The Grill
Hope Valley Country Club
18 holes over 6,580 yards with a par of 70 (Private)
3803 Dover Rd
Durham, NC 27707-5100
(919) 489-6676
4 miles from the center of Durham.
From their website: “Founded in 1926, Hope Valley Country Club anchors a historic community conveniently located close to downtown Durham, Chapel Hill, the Research Triangle Park, Raleigh-Durham airport, and the many attractions that make the area one of the most vital and appealing in the Southeast. Classic Donald Ross championship golf course, practice areas, and exceptional pro shop.”
Amenities: Historic clubhouse with 52,000 square feet of recreational facilities, Pro Shop, two swimming pools, nine tennis courts lit for night play, multiple dining venues from formal to family.
18 holes over 6,580 yards with a par of 70 (Private)
3803 Dover Rd
Durham, NC 27707-5100
(919) 489-6676
4 miles from the center of Durham.
From their website: “Founded in 1926, Hope Valley Country Club anchors a historic community conveniently located close to downtown Durham, Chapel Hill, the Research Triangle Park, Raleigh-Durham airport, and the many attractions that make the area one of the most vital and appealing in the Southeast. Classic Donald Ross championship golf course, practice areas, and exceptional pro shop.”
Amenities: Historic clubhouse with 52,000 square feet of recreational facilities, Pro Shop, two swimming pools, nine tennis courts lit for night play, multiple dining venues from formal to family.
Lake Winds Golf Course
18 holes over 5,917 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
1807 Moores Mill Rd
Rougemont, NC 27572-9656
(919) 471-4653
15 miles from the center of Durham.
From their website: “Lakewinds Golf Course is a public 18 hole golf course offering the most affordable rates in Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Roxboro, Hillsbourgh and RTP area. The course is conveniently located in northern Durham County, only 10 minutes North of I-85, off Highway 501. Lakewinds is semi-private and locally owned and operated by David and Iva Fridley. It's expertly maintained with a comfortable pace of play. ”
Amenities: Public 18 hole golf course at affordable rates.
18 holes over 5,917 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
1807 Moores Mill Rd
Rougemont, NC 27572-9656
(919) 471-4653
15 miles from the center of Durham.
From their website: “Lakewinds Golf Course is a public 18 hole golf course offering the most affordable rates in Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Roxboro, Hillsbourgh and RTP area. The course is conveniently located in northern Durham County, only 10 minutes North of I-85, off Highway 501. Lakewinds is semi-private and locally owned and operated by David and Iva Fridley. It's expertly maintained with a comfortable pace of play. ”
Amenities: Public 18 hole golf course at affordable rates.
Old Chatham Golf Club, Old Chatham Course
18 holes over 7,200 yards with a par of 72 (Private)
1480 Okelly Chapel Rd
Durham, NC 27713-7478
(919) 361-1400
10 miles from the center of Durham.
From their website: “Old Chatham is a private club offering a sanctuary for those with a passion for golf built arowww.oldchathamgolf.org/und exceptional camaraderie, service and amenities. Our vision is to be a nationally recognized club that provides an exceptional golf experience. Old Chatham was conceived as, and will forever be, a gathering of friends around the game of golf. ”
Amenities: Pro Shop and formal Clubhouse with fine dining and boardroom, known as The Library. A large 15 acres practice facility. On site cottage home available for members.
18 holes over 7,200 yards with a par of 72 (Private)
1480 Okelly Chapel Rd
Durham, NC 27713-7478
(919) 361-1400
10 miles from the center of Durham.
From their website: “Old Chatham is a private club offering a sanctuary for those with a passion for golf built arowww.oldchathamgolf.org/und exceptional camaraderie, service and amenities. Our vision is to be a nationally recognized club that provides an exceptional golf experience. Old Chatham was conceived as, and will forever be, a gathering of friends around the game of golf. ”
Amenities: Pro Shop and formal Clubhouse with fine dining and boardroom, known as The Library. A large 15 acres practice facility. On site cottage home available for members.
Treyburn Country Club
18 holes over 7,070 yards with a par of 72 (Private)
1 Old Trail Dr
Durham, NC 27712-9485
(919) 620-0055
9 miles from the center of Durham.
From their website: “Taking in the view from Treyburn’s second story veranda, one can easily imagine the land’s past life as a sprawling farmstead. Today, the rolling hills and hardwoods that cradle the course’s 220 acres are home to the Triangle’s original Tom Fazio design. Here you’ll experience golf as it was intended; a challenge to oneself and an escape into nature’s beauty. McConnell Golf, founded in 2003, is currently the largest owner of private clubs in the region. McConnell Golf’s stable of premier private clubs. ”
Amenities: Fitness center, tennis courts, 25-meter pool, clubhouse with dining. Family friendly.
18 holes over 7,070 yards with a par of 72 (Private)
1 Old Trail Dr
Durham, NC 27712-9485
(919) 620-0055
9 miles from the center of Durham.
From their website: “Taking in the view from Treyburn’s second story veranda, one can easily imagine the land’s past life as a sprawling farmstead. Today, the rolling hills and hardwoods that cradle the course’s 220 acres are home to the Triangle’s original Tom Fazio design. Here you’ll experience golf as it was intended; a challenge to oneself and an escape into nature’s beauty. McConnell Golf, founded in 2003, is currently the largest owner of private clubs in the region. McConnell Golf’s stable of premier private clubs. ”
Amenities: Fitness center, tennis courts, 25-meter pool, clubhouse with dining. Family friendly.
Umstead Pines Golf and Swim Club At Willowhaven, Willowhaven Course
18 holes over 6,341 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
253 Country Club Dr
Durham, NC 27712-2421
(919) 383-1022
6 miles from the center of Durham.
From their website: “Our golf course is open to the public and memberships are available. Come discover north Durham’s premiere family destination for swimming, eating, drinking, and celebration. Designed by renowned golf course architect, George Cobb, construction started on the course in 1957. The stunning 18-hole layout, with four sets of tees, is challenging and enjoyable for all players, scratch to novice.”
Amenities: Clubhouse, available memberships, fine dining to family dining options, pool and pool deck, and rental options to host your next event at.
18 holes over 6,341 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
253 Country Club Dr
Durham, NC 27712-2421
(919) 383-1022
6 miles from the center of Durham.
From their website: “Our golf course is open to the public and memberships are available. Come discover north Durham’s premiere family destination for swimming, eating, drinking, and celebration. Designed by renowned golf course architect, George Cobb, construction started on the course in 1957. The stunning 18-hole layout, with four sets of tees, is challenging and enjoyable for all players, scratch to novice.”
Amenities: Clubhouse, available memberships, fine dining to family dining options, pool and pool deck, and rental options to host your next event at.
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