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Charleston Golf Courses

Charleston, South Carolina has been made famous for its many historic "firsts." The first shots of the Civil War... the first decisive patriot victory of the American revolution... the first museum in America. What many people don't realize is that the game of golf also figures prominently on this list.

Over 200 years ago Charleston was the site of America's first golf course and golf club. In 1786 the South Carolina Golf Club was formed and established "Harleston Green" in what is now downtown Charleston. In fact, the term "green fee" is thought to have evolved from the membership fees paid by club members to maintain their course. While Charleston Green is a long-gone memory, it established a heritage and tradition of golfing excellence that today is evident throughout the Lowcountry.

Most golfers were unaware of the quality golf experience available in the Charleston area until 1991, when the Kiawah Island Ocean Course hosted the Ryder Cup. Since that time, more and more golfers have discovered the undeniable appeal of a Charleston golf vacation.

Charleston golf brings you the very best of all worlds - plenty of choice, exceptional challenge, and one of the world's most acclaimed vacation destinations. World-class courses situated on a variety of coastal terrain ranging from true links style to tight wooded lowcountry layouts provide unsurpassed beauty and playability. In recent years the courses at Wild Dunes Resort and Kiawah Island Golf & Tennis Resort have been named to Golf magazine and Golf Digest's rankings of the best and most creative layouts. Choosing which courses to play first may just be your most difficult decision!

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