Green Island at Green Island Country Club

Green Island Country Club, steeped in Columbus, Georgia’s golfing history, hosts a course where generations of families have honed their games. Its parkland layout, gently rolling through the landscape just north of the Chattahoochee River, presents a classic test characterized by tree-lined fairways and subtly contoured greens.

Originally designed by Joe Lee in the mid-20th century, Green Island favors a strategic approach, rewarding thoughtful shot placement over sheer power. Don't expect overly penal rough, but accuracy off the tee is essential to navigate doglegs and avoid the strategically placed bunkers guarding the greens. This is a course where course management skills and a precise short game will yield lower scores than pure distance.

While never having hosted a major professional championship, Green Island is highly respected among area golfers. It remains a popular venue for regional amateur events and qualifiers, a testament to its playability and enduring charm. The club's casual grill room is rumored to host a lively gin game every Sunday evening, a tradition as ingrained as the Bermuda grass fairways themselves.