
South Course
Forest Creek Golf Club

About this course
South at Forest Creek Golf Club is a testament to the enduring allure of Pinehurst golf, a course shaped by the region's natural beauty. Set amidst the rolling Sandhills, this parkland layout, a Tom Fazio design, presents a challenging yet fair test where strategic play is rewarded. The course favors those who can shape the ball, with doglegs that demand considered tee shots and approaches that must account for subtle elevation changes. Opened in 1996, South at Forest Creek embodies Fazio's commitment to blending seamlessly with the existing landscape. While it hasn't hosted major championships, its demanding design has tested countless amateurs and professionals alike. The club is known for a competitive membership drawn to the serious pursuit of golf. Beyond the course, the essence of Forest Creek lies in its close-knit community. The club is known for its lively member tournaments and social gatherings. One tradition held in particularly high regard is the annual member-guest tournament known as "The Creek Classic," a multi-day affair steeped in friendly competition and camaraderie.
Rankings
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
Best in USA
Best in NC
Quick facts
- Location
- Pinehurst, NC, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 1996
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Tom Fazio
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 7,016 yards
- Difficulty
- 73.6/138
- Course Vaults score
- 8.1
Getting there
Forest Creek Golf Club sits nestled in the heart of Pinehurst's golfing landscape, accessible via Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDH), roughly ninety minutes south through the gentle rolling terrain of the North Carolina Sandhills. Private aviation clients will find Moore County Airport a natural choice, positioned mere minutes from the club's gates and offering the discretion befitting this quiet corner of American golf country. The final stretch unfolds along tree-lined roads that slip deeper into the longleaf pine forest, a gradual transition from highway to sanctuary that signals arrival at one of the region's most understated and revered addresses.

FAQ
Common questions about South at Forest Creek Golf Club
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
South at Forest Creek Golf Club has a Course Vaults score of 8.1 out of 10 based on 37 logged golfers.
South was designed by Tom Fazio.
South at Forest Creek Golf Club is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at South is 72.
South plays 7,016 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at South is 138.




