{"id":48369,"date":"2026-07-08T12:47:30","date_gmt":"2026-07-08T07:17:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/?p=48369"},"modified":"2026-07-08T12:47:30","modified_gmt":"2026-07-08T07:17:30","slug":"congaree-golf-course","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/congaree-golf-course\/","title":{"rendered":"Congaree Golf Course: The Private Club With No Dues"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Golfers repeat their search to visit a single course. That is Congaree Golf Course. It is a quiet place in Ridgeland, South Carolina, but it attracts the interest of all parts of the golfing circles. There are not many clubs with such a combination of elite design and true charity work as this one. There are even fewer who can claim that a PGA Tour champion has forged his career here. Garrick Higgo did so. His overnight breakthrough at the Congaree Golf Course made a difference in his life. This article will walk through this course and its founders, its atypical membership, and the time Higgo has made history on these fairways.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Congaree Golf Course was not intended to be a normal country club. It developed agricultural land into a golf paradise. It is now a testament that even a personal course could be of communal use.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: 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Golf Course<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/congaree-golf-course\/#Tom_Fazios_Design_Philosophy_at_Congaree\" >Tom Fazio&#8217;s Design Philosophy at Congaree<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/congaree-golf-course\/#Course_Layout_and_Signature_Holes\" >Course Layout and Signature Holes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/congaree-golf-course\/#The_Ambassador_Model_How_Membership_Works\" >The Ambassador Model: How Membership Works<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/congaree-golf-course\/#Membership_Costs_and_Ambassador_Contributions\" >Membership Costs and Ambassador Contributions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/congaree-golf-course\/#How_to_Play_Congaree_Golf_Course_as_a_Guest\" >How to Play Congaree Golf Course as a Guest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/congaree-golf-course\/#Congaree_Golf_Course_and_Garrick_Higgos_Breakthrough_Win\" >Congaree Golf Course and Garrick Higgo&#8217;s Breakthrough Win<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/congaree-golf-course\/#Major_Tournaments_Hosted_at_Congaree_Golf_Course\" >Major Tournaments Hosted at Congaree Golf Course<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/congaree-golf-course\/#Community_Impact_Saving_Sergeant_Jasper_Golf_Club\" >Community Impact: Saving Sergeant Jasper Golf Club<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/congaree-golf-course\/#Why_Golf_Fans_Should_Know_About_Congaree_Golf_Course\" >Why Golf Fans Should Know About Congaree Golf Course<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/congaree-golf-course\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/congaree-golf-course\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/congaree-golf-course\/#Q1_Where_is_Congaree_Golf_Course_located\" >Q1. Where is Congaree Golf Course located?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/congaree-golf-course\/#Q2_Who_designed_Congaree_Golf_Course\" >Q2. Who designed Congaree Golf Course?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/congaree-golf-course\/#Q3_Can_the_public_play_Congaree_Golf_Course\" >Q3. Can the public play Congaree Golf Course?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/congaree-golf-course\/#Q4_How_much_does_membership_cost\" >Q4. How much does membership cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/congaree-golf-course\/#Q5_Why_is_Garrick_Higgo_connected_to_this_course\" >Q5. Why is Garrick Higgo connected to this course?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/congaree-golf-course\/#Q6_What_is_the_par_and_yardage_of_Congaree_Golf_Course\" >Q6. What is the par and yardage of Congaree Golf Course?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/congaree-golf-course\/#Q7_Does_Congaree_allow_golf_carts\" >Q7. Does Congaree allow golf carts?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/congaree-golf-course\/#Q8_What_tournaments_has_Congaree_hosted\" >Q8. What tournaments has Congaree hosted?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Facts_About_Congaree_Golf_Course\"><\/span><b>Quick Facts About Congaree Golf Course<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Detail<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Information<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Location<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ridgeland, South Carolina<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opened<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2017<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Architect<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tom Fazio<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Par<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">71<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Max Yardage<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7,725 yards<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Land Size<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3,200 acres<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Founders<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dan Friedkin and Bob McNair<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Membership Style<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ambassador-based, no dues<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Famous Winner<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garrick Higgo (2021 Palmetto Championship)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Style Inspiration<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">British heathland and Australian Sandbelt courses<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Story_Behind_Congaree_Golf_Course\"><\/span><b>The Story Behind Congaree Golf Course<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any fantastic course has a back story. Congaree Golf Course was built on the site that was used as an 18th-century rice plantation. Dan Friedkin and Bob McNair later did the same land and made it something completely new. They did not construct another personal retreat but a course related to a larger purpose. Consequently, Congaree soon became one of the most popular courses of America. It has been listed as one of the top 40 in the country by Golf Digest.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The property has a burden not just on golf, owing to its rich history. The visitors can experience the Lowcountry heritage as soon as they get there. In the meantime, the course by itself continues to develop due to the wise maintenance and considerate design decisions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tom_Fazios_Design_Philosophy_at_Congaree\"><\/span><b>Tom Fazio&#8217;s Design Philosophy at Congaree<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parkland courses with trees were the major contributor to the fame of Tom Fazio. Congaree golf course is however the exception to that. Rather, Fazio was inspired by British heathland courses and the renowned Australian Sandbelt region. As a result, the design is more solid, quicker, and much more authentic than average American courses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are Sandy waste areas that span through the property. And in the meantime, broad, waving greens also test the creativity of golfers. The film is sparse and all lies in shot-making. There are also no cart tracks anywhere on the premises. Each round is done on foot, and thus the tradition of walking continues.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Design Element<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Description<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Style Inspiration<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">British heathland, Australian Sandbelt<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fairways<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Firm, fast, sand-capped<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greens<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Large and undulating<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rough<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minimal throughout<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cart Paths<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">None; walking-only club<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tee Markers<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yardage discs instead of standard markers<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to this design the players are exposed to a real game on the ground. Balls roll, bounce and run much more than they do on an average course on the parkland. Thus, power, rather than raw power, is at stake here.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Read More: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-country-club-brookline\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"bookmark noopener\">The Country Club Brookline: History, 1999 Ryder Cup &amp; More<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Course_Layout_and_Signature_Holes\"><\/span><b>Course Layout and Signature Holes<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48371\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/congaree-golf-course.jpg\" alt=\"congaree golf course Layout and Signature Holes\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/congaree-golf-course.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/congaree-golf-course-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/congaree-golf-course-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/congaree-golf-course-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The layout rewards precision over brute strength. Below is a quick look at some standout holes.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Hole<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Par<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Yardage<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Highlight<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hole 3<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">360 yards<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drivable green, sharp right-to-left slope<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hole 4<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">645 yards<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Longest hole, dangerous &#8220;lion&#8217;s mouth&#8221; bunker<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hole 8<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">540 yards<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Signature hole, toughest par 4 on the course<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hole 18<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Varies<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finishing hole over water to a slim green<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is one hole, hole 8, that is worth special mention. It is variously referred to as one of the toughest par 4s by touring professionals. Players are forced to roll off expanses of sand trash, and then land safely on an upraised green. In the meantime, amateurs can easily consider it as a par 5 just to get through the hole.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Golfers do not have the usual tee markers; they have yardage discs that are constructed to be a part of the teeboxes. It also allows each player to select their starting distance. This makes no two rounds ever feel the same.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Ambassador_Model_How_Membership_Works\"><\/span><b>The Ambassador Model: How Membership Works<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Old fashioned country clubs are based on membership payments and membership fees. Congaree Golf Course does not believe that. Two individuals were the only ones to have an official membership status founders Dan Friedkin and Bob McNair.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The club rather than members welcomes about 250 worldly Ambassadors. Access to these Ambassadors is only by referral. No one can just create or buy their way in. Moreover, the invitations are very dependent on who would be willing to support the Congaree Foundation.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Feature<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Traditional Club<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Congaree Golf Course<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Membership Type<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paid members<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Invited Ambassadors<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Initiation Fee<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often required<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">None<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Annual Dues<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standard practice<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">None<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Entry Method<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Application or purchase<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Referral only<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core Requirement<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Financial payment<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Philanthropic contribution<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This model flips the private club concept upside down. Rather than paying for status, Ambassadors contribute time and money toward youth golf development. In return, they gain access to one of the finest courses in the country.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Membership_Costs_and_Ambassador_Contributions\"><\/span><b>Membership Costs and Ambassador Contributions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, is there any membership fee at Congaree Golf Course? Technically, no. Annual dues are nonexistent and initiation is free. But that does not imply that it is a free ride.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ambassadors have to contribute a lot of money to the Congaree Foundation. All these contributions have already topped the 15.5 million mark. That the money is used to fund coaching, academic mentorship, and SAT preparation of poorly served high school golfers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other than financial assistance, personal time is also given by Ambassadors. A lot of mentor young golfers directly via the youth programs of the club. As such, the cost of membership is not simply in a number of dollars. It is gauged in mentoring, engagement and long-term dedication.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Guest Expense<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Details<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foundation Donation<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replaces a standard green fee<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Caddie Fees<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Required since carts are not available<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lodging<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Premium rates for on-site cottages<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time Commitment<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mentorship expected from Ambassadors<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are expenses anticipated to be incurred by guests invited by an Ambassador. A charity donation is normally instead of an ordinary green fee. They also charge caddie fees, as there are no carts there. Finally, Lowcountry cottages of the club have premium rates of hospitality.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Read More: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/sunset-golf-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"bookmark noopener\">Sunset Golf Course, Middletown PA: Rates, Hours &amp; Tee Times<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Play_Congaree_Golf_Course_as_a_Guest\"><\/span><b>How to Play Congaree Golf Course as a Guest<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On to this course you have to be. Entry is by Ambassadors only. And, as you can see, one cannot go out onto the fairways without one. After invitation, warmly welcomed guests stroll through the whole course with a caddie. Carts do not come into the scene. Instead, players get to enjoy golf in a more classic way; hole by hole. This exclusivity makes the experience intimate. Meanwhile, it also ensures that the course maintains its exquisite state all year round.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Congaree_Golf_Course_and_Garrick_Higgos_Breakthrough_Win\"><\/span><b>Congaree Golf Course and Garrick Higgo&#8217;s Breakthrough Win<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here we come to the exciting part. In June 2021, South African golfer Garrick Higgo made history at the Congaree Golf Course. He happened to win the one-time Palmetto Championship, in his second start in the PGA Tour.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Such a win was important since no one had won that fast since 1988. Higgo headed into the last round, half a dozen down on the pace of leader Chesson Hadley. In spite of that discrepancy, he remained composed and fired a professional 68. Surprisingly, he was the only player in the whole course of golf to record in the 60s in all the four roundings.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Round<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Score<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Round 1<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">68<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Round 2<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">69<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Round 3<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">68<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Round 4<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">68<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Total<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11-under par<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It was 11-under par his last match. In the meantime, Hadley played a little localized oddly, birdying his final three holes. That downfall was an opening and Higgo strode out of it with a swagger.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Higgo actually was called by golf elder Gary Player the same morning. Player reiterated to him that six or seven shot comebacks are commonplace. It obviously proved to be some advice to take, as Higgo provided the best example of his young career.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks to this win, Higgo earned over $1.3 million. He also achieved automatic membership of the PGA Tour up to the next season. Even better, the victory opened doors to major championships, including his first invitation to the Masters Tournament in 2022.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The name of the Garrick Higgo is still associated with the Congaree Golf Course today. It was his stepping stone and whenever this golf course is mentioned golf fans recall his break through moment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Tournaments_Hosted_at_Congaree_Golf_Course\"><\/span><b>Major Tournaments Hosted at Congaree Golf Course<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite its private nature, Congaree opens its gates for select professional events. Here&#8217;s a quick rundown:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Year<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Tournament<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Notable Result<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2021<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Palmetto Championship<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garrick Higgo&#8217;s breakout win<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2022<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CJ Cup<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Won by Rory McIlroy<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2025<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arnold Palmer Cup<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elite amateur, Ryder Cup-style event<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each event brought national attention to this otherwise quiet Lowcountry property. Consequently, Congaree&#8217;s reputation among serious golf fans continues to grow.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Community_Impact_Saving_Sergeant_Jasper_Golf_Club\"><\/span><b>Community Impact: Saving Sergeant Jasper Golf Club<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to elite golf, the Congaree Golf Course has a literal community worth. In 2021, Sergeant Jasper Golf Club, sometimes referred to as the Sarge, was sold to the Congaree Foundation. This was a free program in one of the poorest counties in South Carolina, and was considering being eliminated forever.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The locals can now enjoy great rates courtesy of foundations.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Service<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Rate<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9 Holes, Walking<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$8<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18 Holes, With Cart<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$25<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High School Teams<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free access<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Area Juniors<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free play<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This charitable model shows how an exclusive club can still uplift its surrounding community. Rather than staying isolated, Congaree Golf Course actively invests in local golf development.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Golf_Fans_Should_Know_About_Congaree_Golf_Course\"><\/span><b>Why Golf Fans Should Know About Congaree Golf Course<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With its unparalleled design, its philanthropic purpose and its contribution to the elevation of Garrick Higgo, Congaree Golf Course is unlike virtually any other club in the US in terms of being a private club. It incorporates Sandbelt approach to strategy and authentic philanthropy. Not many courses could strike it as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be it the architecture, the model used, the history of the tournament, Congaree Golf Course has that in common with modern golf rarely found; exclusivity but not lost in purpose.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Congaree Golf Course demonstrates the possibility of co-existence between exclusivity and purpose. Everything about this club is purposeful, even its heathland-inspired design and its member-driven membership scheme of its Ambassador. And with the historic victory of Garrick Higgo, the Congaree Golf Course will become even more memorable in the history of modern golf. You can be a golf enthusiast, a designer lover or just a curious person who wants to know more about unique clubs but, nevertheless, Congaree Golf Course is one of the most interesting stories in American golf nowadays.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Read More: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/mt-ogden-golf-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"bookmark noopener\">Mt Ogden Golf Course: Fees, Layout &amp; Membership (2026)<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q1_Where_is_Congaree_Golf_Course_located\"><\/span>Q1. Where is Congaree Golf Course located?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It sits in Ridgeland, South Carolina, within the Lowcountry region.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q2_Who_designed_Congaree_Golf_Course\"><\/span>Q2. Who designed Congaree Golf Course?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tom Fazio designed the course, drawing inspiration from heathland and Sandbelt styles.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q3_Can_the_public_play_Congaree_Golf_Course\"><\/span>Q3. Can the public play Congaree Golf Course?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, access requires an invitation from one of the club&#8217;s Ambassadors.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q4_How_much_does_membership_cost\"><\/span>Q4. How much does membership cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are no dues or initiation fees, but Ambassadors donate heavily to the Congaree Foundation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q5_Why_is_Garrick_Higgo_connected_to_this_course\"><\/span>Q5. Why is Garrick Higgo connected to this course?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garrick Higgo won his first PGA Tour title here at the 2021 Palmetto Championship.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q6_What_is_the_par_and_yardage_of_Congaree_Golf_Course\"><\/span>Q6. What is the par and yardage of Congaree Golf Course?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It plays as a par-71 and stretches up to 7,725 yards.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q7_Does_Congaree_allow_golf_carts\"><\/span>Q7. Does Congaree allow golf carts?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, the entire course is walking-only, with no cart paths anywhere.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q8_What_tournaments_has_Congaree_hosted\"><\/span>Q8. What tournaments has Congaree hosted?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It has hosted the 2021 Palmetto Championship, the 2022 CJ Cup, and the 2025 Arnold Palmer Cup.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Golfers repeat their search to visit a single course. That is Congaree Golf Course. 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