Oak Hills Golf Club

Oak Hills Golf Club sits in Columbia, South Carolina, designed by Steve Melnyk, a former PGA Tour player who turned to course architecture after his competitive career. Melnyk, who won the 1969 U.S. Amateur before playing professionally, brought a player's perspective to his design work, creating layouts that balance strategic interest with playability for a range of skill levels. Oak Hills reflects this approach, offering a course that rewards thoughtful shot-making without overwhelming recreational golfers. The course occupies rolling terrain characteristic of South Carolina's Midlands region, where the Piedmont transitions toward the coastal plain. The routing takes advantage of natural elevation changes and mature tree corridors that define holes and frame playing corridors. Water features appear on several holes, typical of courses in this part of the state where natural drainage patterns and constructed ponds add both visual interest and strategic challenge. The layout emphasizes positioning off the tee and approach shot accuracy into greens that vary in size and contour. Oak Hills serves as a semi-private facility, providing a home course for members while welcoming outside play. The club functions as a neighborhood amenity and regional golf destination in the Columbia area, where the climate allows for year-round golf. The course maintains a reputation for solid conditioning and a friendly atmosphere, appealing to golfers seeking a well-maintained layout without the formality or expense of more exclusive private clubs in the region.