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Chicora Course

Chicora Golf Club

Dunn, NC, USA
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18 holesPar 716,243 yds74.1/131

About this course

Chicora Golf Club sits in Dunn, North Carolina, a small town in Harnett County in the Piedmont region. The course was designed by Sam McHouston and Willie Peregoy, architects active in the Carolinas during the mid-twentieth century. The routing takes advantage of the gently rolling terrain typical of the Piedmont, with play winding through a mix of open fairways and tree-lined corridors. The landscape reflects the region's character—a blend of native pines and hardwoods common to central North Carolina. The design emphasizes strategic shotmaking over length, with bunkering and green complexes that reward accuracy from the tee. Water hazards appear selectively throughout the course, adding definition to several holes without overwhelming the overall character. The greens are generally moderate in size, suited to the regional style of play that developed in the Carolinas during the post-war era when McHouston and Peregoy were active. Chicora has served the local golfing community as a private club for decades, maintaining a membership-focused culture typical of regional courses in North Carolina. The club's dining and social traditions reflect its role as a gathering place for Dunn's golfers. While not widely known beyond the region, Chicora represents the solid, unpretentious design work that characterizes many Piedmont courses built during the mid-twentieth century—functional layouts that age well and remain enjoyable for regular play.

Quick facts

Location
Dunn, NC, USA
Access
Public
Year built
1952
Holes
18
Par
71
Length
6,243 yards
Difficulty
74.1/131

FAQ

Common questions about Chicora

Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.

Chicora was designed by Sam McHouston and Willie Peregoy.

Yes. Chicora is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at Chicora is 71.

Chicora plays 6,243 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Chicora is 131.

Chicora is a 18-hole course.

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