GOLF GUIDE 2025
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 and 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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CLUB TOURNAMENTS
Diversity and variety are at the heart of the golf experience at The Cliffs. With seven courses united as one club, we’ve crafted tournaments that go beyond traditional formats and familiar playing partners. Events like Best of the Best, Nine and Dine, and the iconic Club Championships spark excitement and camaraderie, creating memorable experiences for our members year after year.
All-Club Tournaments
THE
ALLIANCE
March 18 | Keowee Springs
Partner with an associate and form your alliance! Do you have what it takes to win? The top five teams from qualifying will battle in the championship round for the trophy.
Regional Tournaments
The MOUNTAIN REGION
REIGN OF THE REGION
April 25 Valley
April 26 Mountain Park
April 27 Glassy
The LAKE REGION
BEST OF THE BEST
September 30 | Walnut Cove
The ultimate showdown! Top players from each club, plus their golf pro, compete for bragging rights. Awards include overall team, men’s and ladies’ gross/net, and best pro team.
THE OPEN
November 12–14 | Keowee Falls
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.
WAR BY THE SHORE LAKE KEOWEE CUP
March 31 Keowee Springs
April 1 Keowee Vineyards
April 2 Keowee Falls
October 10 Keowee Vineyards
October 11 Keowee Falls
October 12 Keowee Vineyards
LADIES’ KEOWEE INVITATIONAL KEOWEE COUPLES INVITATIONAL
May 1 Keowee Springs
May 2 Keowee Vineyards
May 3 Keowee Falls
October 23 Keowee Springs
October 24 Keowee Vineyards
October 25 Keowee Falls
DYNAMIC DUO KEOWEE INVITATIONAL
August 21 Keowee Springs
August 22 Keowee Falls
August 23 Keowee Vineyards
November 7–8 Keowee Falls
November 7 & 9 Keowee Springs
November 8–9 Keowee Vineyards
CLUB TOURNAMENTS
The MOUNTAIN REGION
GLASSY
March 27 Multiple Flag Madness
April 9 Glassy Masters
May 26 Memorial Day Tournament
May 29–31 The Bootlegger Member-Member
June 18–21 The Summit Ladies’ Member-Guest
June 28 8 Club Tournament
July 5 4th of July 1776 Tournament
July 18 Tough Day Tournament
July 26–27 Couples Club Championship
MOUNTAIN PARK
March 17 Paddy Shack
May 1–3 The Wildflower Ladies’ Member-Guest
May 30–June 1 The Player Men’s and Ladies’ Member-Guest
August 22–24 Men’s Copper Cup
VALLEY
January 1 New Year’s Day Tournament
March 20 Battle at the Valley
May 14–17 Dark Corner Men’s Member-Guest
June 6–8 Ben Wright Member-Member
July 4 4th of July Tournament
July 28 Tough Day at Valley
August 11 Employee-Member Classic
August 23–24 The Bear’s Den
August 26 Flamingo Flirt
August 28 TNT Tip-N-Tuck Tournament
September 1 Labor Day Tournament
September 17–20 Black Bear Invitational Men’s Member-Guest
October 10–11 Club Championship
October 22 Champion of Champions
November 11 Veterans Day Tournament
September 24 The Riverside Practice Rounds
September 25–27 The Riverside Men’s Member-Guest
October 18–19 Club Championship
August 23–24 Club Championship
September 1 Labor Day Tournament
September 18–20 Crystal Classic Ladies’ Member-Guest
October 18–19 Couples Classic in the Valley
October 25–26 Valley Cup
November 15 Turkey Shootout
CLUB TOURNAMENTS
The LAKE REGION
KEOWEE FALLS
January 13 Polar Bear Open
February 8 Polar Bear Open
February 24 Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda
March 23 Couples Spaghetti Open
April 9 Masters Par 3 Tournament
April 14 Monday After the Masters’ Pro-Am
KEOWEE SPRINGS
January 1 Hair of the Dog Golf Tournament
March 11 Spring Member-Associate
March 21
March 22
June 5
June 6–8
Stumphouse Invitational Practice Round
Stumphouse Invitational
June 21–22 Member-Member Best of The Best Qualifier
September 4–5 The Salem Slam Member-Guest
September 27–28 Club Championship
July 11 Fazio Pairings Party - Lake Club
July 12–13
Fazio Member-Member Best of the Best Qualifier
IceBreaker Golf Tournament Pairings Party July 19 - 20 Junior Club Championship
IceBreaker Golf Tournament
May 14–17 Renegade Men’s Member-Guest
June 20 Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda
KEOWEE VINEYARDS
February 13 Couples Golf Event
March 9 March Madness Couples Golf
May 14 Member-Employee Scramble
May 23 Couples Golf Event
June 13–14 Moonshiner Member-Member
June 24 Mini-Golf Event
October 10–12 Club Championship
October 18–19 Fall Finish Golf Tournament
December 14 Polar Bear Open
July 6 9-Hole Couples Golf
September 17
26th Annual Keowee Classic Men’s Member-Guest Practice Round
September 18–20 26th Annual Keowee Classic Men’s Member-Guest
October 3–4 Club Championship
November 20 Member-Employee Golf
December 9 12 Holes of Christmas
CLUB TOURNAMENTS
The ASHEVILLE REGION
WALNUT COVE
March 17 Shamrock Challenge
April 27 The Golden Bear 20th Anniversary Tournament Sponsored by Cliffs Realty
May 9 Spring Guest Day
May 26 Battle at the Cove
June 9 The Partnership Classic Employee-Member
June 19–21 Blue Ridge Classic Men’s Member-Guest
July 3 4 Clubs Fore the 4th
July 13 Couples Club Championship
August 1 Ladies’ 9 Hole Club Championship
August 2–3 Club Championship
August 22–23 The Cove Classic Member-Member
September 1 Tough Day on Labor Day
September 24–26 French Broad Invitational Ladies’ Member-Guest
December 6 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
May 8 Fareway Dinner
May 23 Couples Get-Together
June 5 Fareway Dinner
June 27 Couples Get-Together
July 11 Couples Get-Together
July 24 Fareway Dinner
MOUNTAIN PARK
January 1 Frozen Fivesome
March 9 Flat Stick Social
March 23 Nine & Dine
March 25 Ladies’ Coffee with the Pro
April 27 Nine & Dine
May 25 Nine & Dine
June 22 Nine & Dine
July 4 Firecracker Scrambler
July 27 Nine & Dine
VALLEY
April 7 Putting Social
April 17 Dine & Dash
August 11 Employee-Member Classic
August 14 Fareway Dinner
August 29 Couples Get-Together
September 4 Fareway Dinner
October 24 Couples Get-Together
October 30 Fareway Dinner
August 8 Member-Employee Golf Outing
August 17 Nine & Dine
September 7 Flat Stick Social
September 21 Nine & Dine
October 26 Nine & Dine
November 6 Cross-Country Par 3
November 28 Gobble Gobble Glow Ball
December 8 Rudolph’s 4-Club Challenge
September 8 Putting Social
September 11 Dine & Dash
SOCIAL GOLF EVENTS
KEOWEE FALLS
March 13 Shamrock Putters Club Society Social June 12 Putters Club Society Social
April 24 Putters Club Society Social
April 27 Signature Nine & Dine
May 18 Signature Nine & Dine
May 22 Putters Club Society Social
KEOWEE SPRINGS
April 10 Nine & Dine
May 8 Nine & Dine
May 22 Nine & Dine
June 12 Nine & Dine
June 26 Nine & Dine
July 10 Nine & Dine
KEOWEE VINEYARDS
January 4 Winter Golf Jam
February 13 Couples Golf Event
March 9 Couples Golf Event
May 14 Member-Employee Scramble
May 23 Couples Golf Event
WALNUT COVE
June 1 Nine & Dine
August 17 Nine & Dine
September 7 Nine & Dine
August 17 Signature Nine & Dine
September 14
Signature Nine & Dine
September 18 Putters Club Society Social
October 30 Glow Golf Halloween Putters Club Society Social
July 24 Nine & Dine
August 14 Nine & Dine
August 28 Nine & Dine
September 18 Nine & Dine
November 28 Night Golf
June 24 Miniature Golf
July 6 Couples Golf Event
August 29 Couples Golf Event
November 11 Couples Nine & Dine
November 20
Co-op Member-Employee Tournament
October 19 Nine & Dine
November 19 Nine & Wine
ORGANIZED PLAY
MEN’S ORGANIZED PLAY
Wednesdays | May–October Glassy
Mondays | Year-round Mountain Park
Saturdays | Year-round Valley
Mondays | March–October Keowee Falls
Thursdays | March–October Keowee Springs
Tuesdays | March–October Keowee Vineyards
Mondays and Thursdays | May–October Walnut Cove
March 24
March 25
May 15
October 9
October 27
Men’s Opening Day Keowee Falls
Men’s Opening Day Keowee Vineyards
Men’s Opening Day Walnut Cove
Men’s Closing Day Walnut Cove
Men’s Closing Day Keowee Falls
October 28 Men’s Closing Day Keowee Vineyards
LADIES’
ORGANIZED PLAY
Ladies Golf Association 18 Hole
League
Mondays | March–October Keowee Falls April 24
Nifty Niners 9 Hole League Wednesdays | March–October Keowee Falls
April 29
Thursdays | March–October Keowee Vineyards May 6
Tuesdays | April–October Keowee Springs May 14
Tuesdays | April–October Glassy
May 21
Tuesdays | April–October Mountain Park October 8
Thursdays | April–October Valley October 14
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays | May–October Walnut Cove October 27
March 27
April 1
April 3
April 7
April 8
Ladies’ Opening Day Keowee Vineyards
October 28
Ladies’ Opening Day Mountain Park October 28
Ladies’ Opening Day Valley October 30
Ladies’ Opening Day Keowee Falls October 30
Ladies’ Opening Day Keowee Springs
Ladies’ Play Around Keowee Vineyards
Ladies’ Opening Day Glassy
Ladies’ Play Around Keowee Springs
Ladies’ Play Around Walnut Cove
Ladies’ Opening Day Walnut Cove
Ladies’ Closing Day Walnut Cove
Ladies’ Closing Day Keowee Springs
Ladies’ Closing Day Keowee Falls
Ladies’ Closing Day Glassy
Ladies’ Closing Day Mountain Park
Ladies’ Closing Day Valley
Ladies’ Closing Day Keowee Vineyards
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.
MOUNTAIN REGION
Thirsty Thursday
Thursdays | May–October
Thursday Pro Series
Thursdays | May–October
Play with The Pros
March–October
Putting League
March 22 & 29, April 5 & 12, July 12 & 19, July 26, August 2, September 20, October 4, 11, 25
LAKE REGION
Mechanics Monday Mondays | April–October
Practice like the Pros
Thursdays | April–October
Men’s MacDaddy’s
Beginner Clinic
Thursdays | April – October
Kaizen Weekly Free Clinic
Glassy
Glassy
Mountain Park
Mountain Park
Kaizen Clinics
Fridays | March–November Mountain Park
Swing Session
Mondays | March–November Valley
Five at 5 with a Valley Pro
Every other Friday
April–November Valley
A Beginners Guide to Golf
Third Thursday of Each Month
April–November Valley
Keowee Falls
Keowee Falls
Keowee Springs
Tuesdays | March–October Keowee Springs
ASHEVILLE REGION
Putting League
Wednesdays | April–October
Learn to Play Golf
March 7 & 9, June 27 & 28, September 19 & 20
Learn to Play Golf
9-Hole Game Events
March 16, April 13, May 4, June 22, July 6 & 27, August 24, September 14, October 12
Walnut Cove
Walnut Cove
Sassy Sixers (Ladies Only)
Tuesdays | March–October Keowee Springs
Men’s Practice and Play Tuesdays | March–October Keowee Vineyards
Ladies’ Skills and Drills Tuesdays | March–October Keowee Vineyards
Junior Golf Clinics
April 18, June 27, November 26 Keowee Vineyards
Walnut Cove
Make Everything April 18 & 19, July 25 & 26, October 11 & 12
Custom Golf School
May 23 & 24, August 8 & 9, November 7 & 8
Walnut Cove
Walnut Cove
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 beverage 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 19 – 31 Walnut Cove
July 9 – 16
March 31 – April 7 Glassy July 15 – 22
May 27 – June 4
Mountain Park
Keowee Falls
Keowee Springs July 28–31 Glassy
June 1–17 Valley September 2 – 5
July 7 – 14
Keowee Vineyards September 3 – 10
Walnut Cove
Keowee Springs
SHOES
Must be golf appropriate. Metal spikes are prohibited.
BOTTOMS
Denim, baggy cargo shorts, and non-golf athleticwear are 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 multiround 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 14 days after that time (20 days after registration opens). Full Golf members will have priority access on 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 MemberMember 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.
