
Johnston County Course
Country Club of Johnston County



About this course
Country Club of Johnston County, woven into the fabric of Smithfield, North Carolina, stands as a testament to Southern golf's enduring charm. It's a place where the echoes of laughter from generations past mingle with the satisfying thwack of a well-struck drive – a reminder that some traditions simply endure. Built in the mid-20th century, the layout meanders across gently rolling parkland dotted with mature hardwoods. The course favors a strategic approach rather than sheer length, rewarding thoughtful placement off the tee and precise iron play into subtly contoured greens. While not known for its brute difficulty, the close proximity of the routing and neighboring tee boxes, and the occasional blind shot, demands awareness. Though it has never hosted a major professional championship, Country Club of Johnston County holds a special place in the hearts of its members. The club is a haven for those seeking respite from the hustle of modern life and a friendly competition among friends.
Quick facts
- Location
- Smithfield, NC, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1936
- Holes
- 18
- Designer(s)
- Ellis Maples, Ed Seay
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,573 yards
- Difficulty
- 71.9/132
- Course Vaults score
- 6.4
Getting there
The journey to Country Club of Johnston County begins at Raleigh-Durham International Airport, a straightforward forty-minute drive southeast into the agricultural heart of Johnston County. The route follows Interstate 40 through the outer reaches of the Research Triangle before peeling off into the gently rolling farmland and tobacco country that defines this corner of eastern North Carolina. As the highway gives way to quieter state roads approaching Smithfield, the landscape softens into a patchwork of fields and pine stands, the transition marking your arrival at a club that has served as the social and sporting anchor of this historic county seat for generations.

FAQ
Common questions about Johnston County
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Johnston County has a Course Vaults score of 6.4 out of 10 based on 10 logged golfers.
Johnston County was designed by Ellis Maples and Ed Seay.
Yes. Johnston County is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Johnston County is 72.
Johnston County plays 6,573 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Johnston County is 132.



