The Walker Course at Clemson University
The Walker Course at Clemson University offers a meticulously maintained 18-hole layout that balances strategic variety with approachable playability. Surrounded by mature trees and tranquil water hazards, it presents memorable challenges suited for golfers of all skill levels.
Course Overview
The Walker Course at Clemson University in South Carolina presents an engaging test for golfers seeking a blend of challenge and natural beauty on a well-maintained 18-hole layout. Designed by DJ DeVictor, this public course stretches across a verdant landscape marked by mature trees and inviting water features that come into play on several holes. The course invites players of all skill levels with five distinct tee options, allowing everyone from novices to seasoned competitors to find a suitable challenge and enjoy a full round.
The layout carefully balances length and strategy, featuring a variety of holes including long par fives that reward well-placed drives, demanding par threes where precision is paramount, and doglegs that test shot-making creativity. Fairways are defined by thick rough, prompting thoughtful tee selections and recovery plans, while bunkers with soft, well-maintained sand guard many of the greens, ensuring that approach shots require accuracy and finesse.
Greens at The Walker Course are notably fast and subtly undulating, offering putting challenges that reward thoughtful reads and confident strokes. This rolling terrain gently shapes the experience without overwhelming players, lending the course a natural rhythm that complements its tree-lined setting. Water hazards, including scenic lake views from the back nine, add both strategic complexity and visual interest, grounding the round in real-time decisions about risk and reward.
Players can prepare at the driving range and putting green before settling into the spacious clubhouse where a variety of food and beverage options await. The well-stocked pro shop offers all the essentials needed for an enjoyable day on the course.
Ideal for those looking to sharpen their game or simply savor a round in a Southern golf venue that respects tradition without sacrificing modern playability, The Walker Course delivers a memorable experience. Attention to conditioning and clear course markings make navigation straightforward, encouraging players to focus on their swing and the thoughtful challenges ahead. Whether visiting as a local or traveling through Clemson, this course stands out as a welcoming, competitive testing ground that rewards both strategy and shot execution.
Course Highlights
The Walker Course is distinguished by its five tee sets accommodating all skill levels and a layout that features strategic water hazards and well-bunkered greens. The back nine unfolds alongside Lake Hartwell, providing scenic water views that also influence play. The course’s design employs subtle elevation changes and tree-lined fairways that blend challenge with enjoyment. Its fast, undulating greens and thoughtfully positioned bunkers demand precision, rewarding thoughtful course management.
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Guest Reviews
James heath
GREAT LAYOUT!!! First time playing this track and it impressed 💯.... Greens were hard and pretty fast overall, quicker when we started as it was a warm day and as it heated up with the humidity the beautiful greens were growing... Bunkers absolutely great.... Play this course at least a few times as there is room to miss on some holes.... Plenty of undulation on the greens
Cheryl Ladd
Pristine course. Course condition was perfect. Great staff. Starter was friendly and informative. Golf shoes were on sale. Scenic course with memorable layout.
It's Dad
Ladies and gentlemen, dad here, and before I get into the course review, let me begin with a few dads jokes, to take a few strokes off your mood - Why did the golfer have to get a new pair of pants? He got a hole-in-one.🥁 - What’s a golfer's favorite superhero? Iron man.🥁 - How many golfers does it take to change a light bulb? Fore 🥁 Haha, good ones, dad. I'm still laughing at the lightbulb joke, now, that was a great approach shot. It was a pleasure to play the Walker Course at Clemson University in South Carolina. Designed by DJ DeVictor, this course is one of the most prominent golf courses in the state. This course is a beautiful one that is well-maintained and challenging. The course is designed to be played by golfers of all skill levels, with five sets of tees to choose from. The course features a variety of holes, including long par fives, challenging par threes, and tricky doglegs. The course is surrounded by trees and has several water hazards that come into play on several holes. The greens are fast and undulating, which makes putting a challenge. The course is in excellent condition, with well-manicured fairways and greens. The bunkers are well-maintained and filled with soft sand. The rough is thick and challenging, which makes it difficult to recover from errant shots. The course is also well-marked, with clear signage that makes it easy to navigate. The Walker Course has a well-stocked pro shop that offers a variety of golf equipment and apparel. The course also has a driving range and a putting green. It's perfect for warming up before your round. The clubhouse is spacious and offers a variety of food and beverage options. This course at Clemson University is a must-play for any golf enthusiast. The course is challenging, well-maintained, and offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced golfer, the Walker Course is sure to provide a memorable golfing experience..
Allan Chandler
Booked a 9:20 TT for Thursday 4/23. When i arrived at the course I was told there was an outing and that only 9 holes were available to play. The outing was not mentioned at the time of booking. I went out of my way to travel to the course. Why was an outing scheduled on a Thursday, and why wasn’t it mentioned when I booked the tee time? Extremely frustrated at the lack of communication and doubtful i’ll ever return.
It's Dad
Ladies and gentlemen, dad here, and before I get into the course review, let me begin with a few dads jokes, to take a few strokes off your mood - Why did the golfer have to get a new pair of pants? He got a hole-in-one.🥁 - What’s a golfer's favorite superhero? Iron man.🥁 - How many golfers does it take to change a light bulb? Fore 🥁 Haha, good ones, dad. I'm still laughing at the lightbulb joke, now, that was a great approach shot. It was a pleasure to play the Walker Course at Clemson University in South Carolina. Designed by DJ DeVictor, this course is one of the most prominent golf courses in the state. This course is a beautiful one that is well-maintained and challenging. The course is designed to be played by golfers of all skill levels, with five sets of tees to choose from. The course features a variety of holes, including long par fives, challenging par threes, and tricky doglegs. The course is surrounded by trees and has several water hazards that come into play on several holes. The greens are fast and undulating, which makes putting a challenge. The course is in excellent condition, with well-manicured fairways and greens. The bunkers are well-maintained and filled with soft sand. The rough is thick and challenging, which makes it difficult to recover from errant shots. The course is also well-marked, with clear signage that makes it easy to navigate. The Walker Course has a well-stocked pro shop that offers a variety of golf equipment and apparel. The course also has a driving range and a putting green. It's perfect for warming up before your round. The clubhouse is spacious and offers a variety of food and beverage options. This course at Clemson University is a must-play for any golf enthusiast. The course is challenging, well-maintained, and offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced golfer, the Walker Course is sure to provide a memorable golfing experience..
Shannon Winkler
Nice course
Jacob Cameron
Amazing golf course. The course is pure and very well maintained. The greens keeping crew is doing an outstanding job. Greens are fast and true. There are a some rough spots on a couple of the shady holes but they look to be controlled. Bunkers are great with nice soft sand. This course has one of my favorite all time layouts. Each hole gives you something different with different strategies off the tee and approach. You can’t beat the view of the back nine over the lake. I just hope the prices don’t continue to climb.
N
A must play golf course if you are in the southeast area! First time playing here with a few friends and we thoroughly enjoyed it. From start to finish, the course played very well. The layout is awesome as you inch closer to beautiful views on Lake Hartwell. Each hole has it's own personality and challenges. Overall, I highly recommend this course. Being a huge UGA fan, the entire staff was still very welcoming and friendly. Grab some food or a beverage in the clubhouse too. Some solid choices!
Fred Wingate II
Roger Neely
The greens were amazing. The fairways were well maintained. The service was so nice and friendly. Clemson is such a great place.
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Course Details
Access & Location
210 Madren Center Dr, Clemson, SC 29634, USA
Walker Course Clubhouse with dining facilities and pro shop
Walking is encouraged; the course offers a mostly gentle terrain with paved cart paths. Comfortable golf shoes are advised.
Open to the public with advance tee time reservations recommended, especially on weekends.
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