Golf for Everyone
Whether it’s a daily passion or just a round of fun, there’s one thing we all agree on—there’s no better place to play.
THE COURSES
From bentgrass to fescue, Bermuda to Zoysia, The Cliffs delivers America’s premier private golf experience. Only here will you find this perfect blend of year-round play, a diversity of experiences, and an unparalleled caliber of membership. With two courses by Nicklaus, two by Fazio, a stunning Gary Player links design, and timeless classics by Jackson & Wright, our seven award-winning courses offer something unique for every day of the week—and they’re all yours to enjoy.
The MOUNTAIN REGION
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The LAKE REGION
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The ASHEVILLE REGION
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CLUB TOURNAMENTS
Variety continues to define the golf experience at The Cliffs. Seven distinct courses, one connected club, and a tournament calendar designed to mix things up. From creative formats like Nine and Dine to member-favorite traditions such as Best of the Best and our Club Championships, these events bring new pairings, friendly competition, and plenty of shared moments. It’s golf that’s as social as it is spirited—and always worth marking on the calendar.
All-Club Tournaments
THE ALLIANCE
May 21 at Glassy
Team up with an associate and test your synergy on the course! The top five teams from qualifying will advance to the championship round, where strategy, skill, and teamwork are rewarded with the coveted trophy.
BEST OF THE BEST
September 29 at Keowee Vineyards
The most anticipated competition of the season brings together the top players from each club within The Cliffs for a true test of skill and teamwork. Joined by their golf professionals, these elite foursomes face off at Keowee Vineyards in a spirited battle for club pride. With honors awarded for overall team performance, men’s and ladies’ gross and net, and top professional team, Best of the Best delivers high-level play, friendly rivalries, and bragging rights that last well beyond the final putt.
THE OPEN
November 12–14 at Mountain Park
A 56-hole stroke play event with a 36-hole cut. Open to Golf members (5.5 index or lower), this is your chance to compete against fellow members and club associates.
Regional Club Tournaments
The ASHEVILLE REGION AN d The MOUNTAIN REGION
REIGN OF THE REGION
April 24 Walnut Cove
April 25 Valley
The LAKE REGION
WAR BY THE SHORE
March 29 Pairings Party at Keowee Springs
March 30 Keowee Falls
March 31 Keowee Springs
April 1 Keowee Vineyards
LADIES’ KEOWEE INVITATIONAL
April 30 Keowee Springs
May 1 Keowee Vineyards
May 2 Keowee Falls
DYNAMIC DUO
August 20 Keowee Springs
August 21 Keowee Falls
August 22 Keowee Vineyards
April 26 Mountain Park
LAKE KEOWEE CUP
October 9 Keowee Falls
October 10 Keowee Vineyards
October 11 Keowee Falls
KEOWEE COUPLES INVITATIONAL
October 21 Opening Party at Keowee Falls
October 22 Keowee Falls
October 23 Keowee Vineyards
October 24 Keowee Springs
KEOWEE INVITATIONAL
November 5 Opening Party at Keowee Vineyards
November 6 Keowee Vineyards, Keowee Falls
November 7 Keowee Falls, Keowee Springs
November 8 Keowee Vineyards, Keowee Springs
GLASSY
April 8 Glassy Masters
May 2 Derby Day Couples Championships
May 25 Memorial Day Tournament
May 28–30 The Bootlegger Member-Member
June 9 Ribbons For A Cure
June 18–20 The Summit Ladies’ Member-Guest
July 3 1776 Flag Tournament
July 22 Tough Day Tournament
MOUNTAIN PARK
January 1 Frozen Fivesome
March 17 Paddy Shack
April 30–May 2 The Wildflower Ladies’ Member-Guest
May 29–31 The Player Men’s and Ladies’ Member-Guest
July 25-26 Couples Club Championship
August 10 Associate-Member Classic
August 28–29 Shiner Shootout
September 7 Labor Day Tournament
September 23–26 Black Bear Invitational Men’s Member-Guest
October 9–10 Club Championship
October 21 Champion of Champions
November 11 Veterans Day Tournament
August 28–30 Men’s and Ladies’ Copper Cup
October 7 The Riverside Practice Rounds
October 8–10 The Riverside Men’s Member-Guest
October 24–25 Club Championship
January 1 New Year’s Day Tournament
May 13–16 Dark Corner Men’s Member-Guest
June 5–7 Ben Wright Member-Member
July 4 4th of July Strings Scramble
July 27 Tough Day at Valley
August 22–23 Club Championship
September 7 Labor Day Tournament
October 1–3 Crystal Classic Ladies’ Member-Guest
October 24–25 Couples Classic in the Valley
November 7 Turkey Shootout
VALLEY
KEOWEE FALLS
January 17 Polar Bear Open
February 21
Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda
March 22 Couples Spaghetti Open
April 8
Masters Par 3 Tournament
April 13 Monday After the Masters’ Pro-Am
KEOWEE SPRINGS
January 1 Hair of the Dog Golf Tournament
March 20
March 21
IceBreaker Golf Tournament Pairings Party
IceBreaker Golf Tournament
April 23–25 Keowee Springs Cup
July 10 Fazio Pairings Party
KEOWEE VINEYARDS
June 3
June 12–13
September 12–13
Member-Associate Scramble
Moonshiner Member-Member
Battle For The Paddle Club Championship
WALNUT COVE
March 16
Shamrock Challenge
April 8 Par 3 Challenge
May 25
June 5
June 6–7
June 17–20
Battle at the Cove
Ladies’ 9-Hole Club Championship
Club Championship
Blue Ridge Classic
Men’s Member-Guest
June 4–7 Stumphouse Invitational
June 27–28
Falls Member-Member Best of The Best Qualifier
August 27–28 The Salem Slam Member-Guest
September 26–27 Club Championship
December 12 Tacky Holiday Sweater Tournament
July 11–12
Fazio Member-Member Best of the Best Qualifier
July 18–19 Junior Club Championship
October 14–17 Renegade Men’s Member-Guest
October 31–
November 1 Club Championship
December 18 Polar Bear open
September 22
September 23–25
27th Annual Keowee Classic Men’s Member-Guest Practice Round
26th Annual Keowee Classic Men’s Member-Guest
December 15 12 Holes of Christmas
July 3 Four Clubs Fore The 4th
July 20 The Partnership Classic Associate-Member
August 21–22 The Cove Clasic Member-Member
September 7 Tough Day on Labor Day
September 30–
October 2
French Broad Invitational Ladies’ Member-Guest
December 5 Holiday Classic
SOCIAL GOLF EVENTS
Golf at The Cliffs is more than just a game—it’s about building connections and fostering camaraderie. These events bring our members together, making every round as much about friendships as it is about the game itself.
GLASSY
April 17
May 14
May 22
June 11
June 26
July 9
Couples Golf Together
Fareway Dinner
Couples Golf Together
Fareway Dinner
Couples Golf Together
Fareway Dinner
MOUNTAIN PARK
March 8 Flatstick Social
March 22 Nine & Wine
April 19 Nine & Wine
May 17 Nine & Wine
June 28 Nine & Wine
July 2
VALLEY
Firecracker Scrambler
March 29 Couples Golf
April 6
April 12
April 23
Putting Social
Couples Golf
Dine & Dash
August 13 Fareway Dinner
August 21 Couples Golf Together
September 3 Fareway Dinner
September 18 Couples Golf Together
October 16 Couples Golf Together
October 29 Fareway Dinner
August 16 Nine & Wine
August 18 Member-Employee Golf Outing
September 13 Short Game Challenge
September 20 Nine & Wine
October 18 Nine & Wine
December 7 Rudolph’s 4-Club Challenge
July 19 Couples Golf
August 16 Couples Golf
September 10 Dine & Dash
September 27 Couples Golf
KEOWEE FALLS
March 12 Shamrock Putters Club Society Social
April 19
May 17
Signature Nine & Dine
Signature Nine & Dine
May 21 Putters Club Society Social
June 11
Putters Club Society Social
KEOWEE SPRINGS
April 9
May 7
May 21
Fore & Pour
Fore & Pour
Fore & Pour
June 11 Fore & Pour
June 25 Fore & Pour
July 9 Fore & Pour
KEOWEE VINEYARDS
February 13 Valentine’s Nine and Dine
March 15
March Madness Nine and Dine
May 12 Mini-Golf Event
May 22 Couples 18-Holes
WALNUT COVE
April 19 Nine & Dine
May 17 Nine & Dine
June 28 Couples Club Championship
August 16 Signature Nine & Dine
September 13 Signature Nine & Dine
September 23 Putters Club Society Social
October 29 Glow Golf Halloween Putters Club Society Social
July 23 Fore & Pour
August 13 Fore & Pour
August 27 Fore & Pour
September 24 Fore & Pour
November 27 Night Golf
July 5 Stars & Stripes Nine and Dine
September 7 Couples 18-Holes
November 10 Couples Nine and Dine
July 12 Nine & Dine
August 16 Nine & Dine
October 18 Nine & Dine
GLASSY
Wednesdays May–October
May 6
Men’s Organized Play
Men’s Opening Day
MOUNTAIN PARK
March 23 The Mountain Men 9-Hole League
April 6, 20 The Mountain Men 9-Hole League
May 4, 11 The Mountain Men 9-Hole League
June 1, 15, 29 The Mountain Men 9-Hole League
VALLEY
Saturdays Year-Round
KEOWEE FALLS
Mondays March–October
March 23
Men’s Organized Play
Men’s Organized Play
Men’s Opening Day
KEOWEE SPRINGS
Thursdays April–May
Men’s Organized Play
KEOWEE VINEYARDS
Tuesdays March–October
March 24
WALNUT COVE
Mondays May–October
Thursdays May–October
Men’s Organized Play
Men’s Opening Day
Men’s Organized Play
Men’s Organized Play
October 28
Men’s Closing Day
August 3, 17, 31 The Mountain Men 9-Hole League
September 14, 28 The Mountain Men 9-Hole League
October 12 The Mountain Men 9-Hole League
November 2 King of the Mountain Shootout
October 26
Men’s Closing Day
Thursdays August–October
Men’s Organized Play
October 27
Men’s Closing Day
May 7
October 8
Men’s Opening Day
Men’s Closing Day
LADIES’ ORGANIZED PLAY
Tuesdays
April–October
April 28
Ladies’ Organized Play
Ladies’ Opening Day
MOUNTAIN PARK
Tuesdays
April–October
April 7
Ladies’ Organized Play
Ladies’ Opening Day
August 18 Ladies’ Play Around
October 27 Ladies’ Closing Day
October 27 Ladies’ Closing Day
Thursdays
April–October
April 2
KEOWEE FALLS
Mondays
April–October
Wednesdays
April–October
Ladies’ Organized Play October 29 Ladies’ Closing Day
Ladies’ Opening Day
Ladies’ Golf Association 18-Hole League
Nifty Niners 9-Hole League
KEOWEE SPRINGS
Tuesdays
April–October
April 7
Ladies’ Organized Play
Ladies’ Opening Day
KEOWEE VINEYARDS
Thursdays
March–October
March 26
WALNUT COVE
Mondays
May–October
Wednesdays
May–October
Fridays
May–October
April 6
Ladies’ Opening Day
October 26 Ladies’ Closing Day
October 20 Ladies’ Closing Day
Ladies’ Organized Play April 23 Ladies’ Play Around
Ladies’ Opening Day October 29 Ladies’ Closing Day
Ladies’ Organized Play
Ladies’ Organized Play
Ladies’ Organized Play
May 13 Ladies’ Play Around
May 20 Ladies’ Opening Day
October 7
Ladies’ Closing Day
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VALLEY
CLINICS
Practice makes perfect, and our golf professionals are here to help you every step of the way. Through engaging events and personalized one-on-one training, we create meaningful learning moments to elevate your game. Whether it’s perfecting your swing or refining your putting skills, our team is dedicated to helping you play your best.
GLASSY
Tuesdays May–October Tuesday Tap-Ins
MOUNTAIN PARK
March–October Pitchers & Pitches
VALLEY
Saturdays May–October Saturday Swing Sessions
Fridays March–November Kaizen Clinics
Mondays March–November Swing Session Booked Indvidually Beginner’s Guide to Golf
KEOWEE FALLS
Mondays April–October Mechanics Monday
KEOWEE SPRINGS
Mondays April–October Kaizen Weekly Free Clinic
Thursdays March–October Men’s MacDaddy’s Clinic
KEOWEE VINEYARDS
Thursdays April–October Practice Like The Pros
Tuesdays April–October Ladies’ Sassy Sixers
Tuesdays March–October Men’s Practice and Play April 3 June 20 November 25 Junior Golf Clinic
Tuesdays March–October Ladies’ Skills and Drills
WALNUT COVE
Mondays & Sundays
March–May
March 14, May 2, June 27, August 8, October 4
March 28, May 23, July 11, September 5
April 4, July 25, October 17
April 25, June 13, August 1, September 26
Golf School: Learn to Play
Golf School: Putting and Green Reading
Golf School: Full Swing Development
Golf School: Try Golf
Golf School: Short Game Scoring
Mondays April–October Foundations Practices
Thursdays April–October Ladies’ Playing Skills
Fridays May–October Foundations Clinics
Mondays & Fridays April–October Ladies’ Practice Club
PRICING & FEES
Pricing is subject to change. Please contact the Golf Shop for current pricing.
CART FEES
18-Hole
9-Hole
GUEST FEES (NOT
Accompanied
Unaccompanied
Junior
$30
$18
INCLUDING CART
FEE)
$125
$275
$25
CADDIE OPTIONS
Caddies are an additional service offered to elevate our golf experience. Guests are required to take a caddie while it is optional for members. Caddies may be reserved through the Golf Shop. Prices are effective May 1, 2025.
Forecaddie 4 players
Forecaddie 1–3 players
Double Bag Caddie
Single Bag Caddie
Suggested Minimum Gratuity:
Forecaddie
Double Bag Caddie
Single Caddie
PRIVATE TOURNAMENTS
$128
$96
$120
$90
$30+ per player
$50+ per player
$60+ per player
Private tournaments can be hosted at The Cliffs for a minimum of 80 players. Rates start at $175 per person, plus applicable tax and fees.
Tournaments are hosted on our club’s closed days and are subject to availability. All food and beverages must be provided by the club at a la carte pricing.
SMALL GROUP GOLF
Our Special Services Team can assist with groups of five or more needing two consecutive tee times. Assistance with dining, lodging, and transportation is also available. Contact specialservices@cliffsliving.com to learn more.
LESSONS
Private lessons are available at all seven courses with our professional golf staff. Please reach out to your club’s golf shop for more information.
AERATION SCHEDULE
March 17–31 Walnut Cove
March 23 – 30 Glassy
July 20 – 29 Mountain Park
July 14 – 21 Keowee Falls
May 27 – June 3 Keowee Springs August 3–6 Glassy
June 9–16 Valley September 9 – 13 Keowee Springs
July 6 – 13
Keowee Vineyards November 2–5 Walnut Cove
SHOES
Must be golf appropriate. Metal spikes are prohibited.
BOTTOMS
Denim, baggy cargo shorts, and non-golf athleticwear is prohibited.
Gentlemen: Shorts and pants must be golf-appropriate.
Ladies: Shorts, skirts, and pants must be golf-appropriate. Leggings may be worn under shorts, a skirt, or pants.
TOPS
Gentlemen: Shirts must have a collar or mock collar. Gentlemen are encouraged to wear their shirts tucked in. Ladies: Shirts must have sleeves or a collar and be considered golf-appropriate.
OUTERWEAR
Must be golf-appropriate. Appropriate tops must be worn if outerwear is removed during play.
HANDICAP & TOURNAMENT POLICIES
HANDICAP INDEX ELIGIBILITY & LIMITS
All players must have a current Handicap Index with a recognized Association. A current handicap is one where the player has a minimum of three (3) posted scores in the last 6 months. The Professional Staff of the host club will verify all handicaps for members and guests who are not on The Cliffs Handicap Roster. Players with no established Handicap Index must submit a minimum of three (3) scores. Players unable to meet these criteria will play as a 0.0 Handicap Index. New or recreational golfers should consult their local professionals for guidance on establishing or creating an appropriate Handicap Index. The host Professional Staff has the final decision on a player’s Handicap Index for any event.
TOURNAMENT HANDICAP INDEX & PLAYING HANDICAP
The host Professional Staff will determine the date of Handicap Indexes used for each Tournament. For multi-round events, the same Handicap Index will be used for all rounds. Each player’s Playing Handicap will be determined based on the format of each round. Handicap allowances will be published before the start of the event and will follow USGA recommendations. The Tournament Committee reserves the right to modify the Playing Handicap of any player before or between rounds. The Professional Staff will post all scores (when applicable) on the day of play with a designation of “C” for Competition.
THE CLIFFS HANDICAP COMMITTEE
The USGA charges The Cliffs Handicap Committee with the primary responsibility of seeing that players turn in all acceptable scores for peer review and making certain that each player has a Handicap Index reflecting potential ability. The Cliffs and the Committee strive to make the game of golf enjoyable for all members, regardless of skill level, while maintaining the structure of the handicap system to allow competition on an equitable basis. Our goal is to be more inclusive so players of differing abilities can compete on an equitable basis.
SCORING
If a player starts but does not complete a hole, or is conceded a stroke, that player shall record the score they most likely would have made, with Net Double Bogey as the maximum score for any hole. The most likely score is defined as the number of strokes already taken plus, in the player’s best judgment, the number of strokes needed to complete the hole from that position more than half the time. If a player does not start a hole, no score shall be recorded-the GHIN system will calculate an expected differential using the 10-17 hole method described below.
When to post a score:
• If 18 holes are played, the player shall post an 18 hole score.
• If 9 holes are played, the player shall post a 9-hole score.
• If 10 to 17 holes are played, the player shall post hole-by-hole score for the actual number of holes played.
• GHIN will automatically complete the remaining holes based on the player’s handicap index to create an 18-hole differential for the day.
When not to post a score:
• You have played as a single.
• You played fewer than 9 holes.
• Playing more than one ball frequently or when you knowingly will not be abiding by the Rules of Golf.
• A format where you don’t play your own ball all the time (i.e. a scramble or alternate shot).
PLEASE NOTE: It is very important that you let the golf shop know if you are playing a non-postable round so they may note it on the tee sheet for that day.
Failure to post a score:
The USGA requires the Handicap Committee to monitor postings. The Cliffs Handicap Committee is comprised of volunteer members from each of the facilities. To help members post timely and to maintain an accurate Handicap Index, the Committee sends a friendly “Did you forget to post your score?” reminder when it appears you have not posted. Score monitoring is divided into two 6-month seasons: Nov. 1–April 30 and May 1–Nov. 1. Not posting a score within the 3-day grace period will result in a “Failure to Post” notice from the Handicap Committee. Failure to post a second and third time will be followed by reminder letters as well. If, during a 6-month season a fourth “Failure to Post” email is required, the Committee will then exercise the option to penalize the player’s Handicap Index which includes a penalty score equal to the lowest differential in the player’s record at the time of posting (based on the recommendation of the USGA Handicap System Section 71.b). With the start of each new period, letter reminders are purged from the player’s record. A member who receives two (2) or more Penalty Adjustments will require evaluation by the Handicap Committee, and repeated infractions could lead to withdrawal of the player’s handicap. The Handicap Committee may notify the member verbally or in writing/email. A member may appeal to the Handicap Committee for remedy or reevaluation. To correct a score that has been posted to your handicap incorrectly please contact cliffshandicap@gmail.com.
MAJOR TOURNAMENT AND LEGACY POLICY
For the major annual Member-Guest and Member-Member golf tournaments, Full Golf members will have priority access to sign up for the event for the first 14 days at their home club. Full Golf members at the six reciprocal clubs may register after that period. Legacy members may register seven days after that time (21 days after registration opens).
Full Golf members will have priority access to all waitlists before Legacy members. Legacy members may play as a guest in the major Member-Guest tournament OR as a member in the major Member-Member tournament, but may not do both in the same calendar year. If a Legacy member elects to play as a member for the year, they may play in both tournaments if space allows. All other priority registrations for non-major tournaments are at the discretion of the General Manager, Director of Golf, and/or Head Golf Professional.
