South Course
Bluffton, SC, USA




South at Berkeley Hall, nestled near the scenic marshes of Okatie, South Carolina, is a course where the spirit of competition hums a little louder. While its sister course garners more attention, South holds its own as a demanding test carved from the Lowcountry terrain. Designed by Tom Fazio, South emerged in the late 1990s, reflecting a modern architectural philosophy that prioritizes risk-reward scenarios and strategic play. The layout unfolds across rolling hills, a stark contrast to the flat coastal plains more commonly associated with the region. This inland elevation change creates memorable vistas and requires thoughtful club selection on several holes. The course favors players who can work the ball both ways, as doglegs and strategically placed bunkers demand shot-shaping accuracy, the course is long enough for bombers to play freely. While South hasn't hosted events of national championship caliber, it is the battlefield for intense club competitions among a membership known for its unwavering competitiveness. One such tradition is the annual "Berkeley Brawl," a Ryder Cup-style event that ignites passions and showcases the camaraderie—and sometimes, fiery rivalries—within the Berkeley Hall community. At the end of a long day, members often gather at the clubhouse, known for its lively atmosphere and post-round camaraderie, where tales of heroic shots and unfortunate breaks are shared with equal enthusiasm.
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Private column compares member-only and guest-restricted courses.
Best in World
Unranked
Best in USA
Unranked
Best in SC
All courses
7.8
31 players
great
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The journey to Berkeley Hall Golf Club begins at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport, a forty-minute drive north across the South Carolina border into the Lowcountry's serene coastal plain. The route traces Highway 278 through Bluffton's evolving landscape, where Spanish moss-draped live oaks gradually replace commercial corridors, signaling entry into one of the region's most discreet residential enclaves. As the road narrows and the marshland vistas widen, Berkeley Hall's gated entrance emerges quietly among the palmettos - a hushed threshold to a club where Old South elegance meets meticulously crafted championship golf.

FAQ
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
South at Berkeley Hall Golf Club has a Course Vaults score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 13 explicit golfer ratings.
South was designed by Tom Fazio.
South at Berkeley Hall Golf Club is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at South is 72.
South plays 7,254 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at South is 141.