Chanticleer at Greenville Country Club

Chanticleer, the crown jewel of Greenville Country Club, represents a masterful blending of golfing challenge and natural beauty in the heart of Greenville, South Carolina. Set amid rolling hills and mature hardwoods, it's a course that quietly whispers of tradition without boasting.

Architect Robert Trent Jones Sr. sculpted Chanticleer in the late 1960s, an era where strategic shot-making reigned supreme. The parkland layout, while not overly long by modern standards, presents subtle elevation changes and demands intelligent course management. Its tree-lined fairways and strategically placed bunkers punish errant shots, while subtly undulating greens reward thoughtful approaches. Chanticleer is known among members for its demanding par-3s, each requiring both precision and a keen eye for distance.

While Chanticleer has not hosted major professional championships, it remains a highly respected test of golf within the region. For many years, the club members-only Thanksgiving Day Shootout was the course's defining feature. The club itself is a popular location for professional golfers in the area, and many high-level golfers and members of other nearby prominent clubs use the course when visiting Greenville. The club and course serve as a social focal point for Greenville's elite.