Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club: #9Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club

Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club
183 Golf Cir
Rutherfordton, North Carolina 28139
Rutherford County

Phone(s): (828) 286-9117
Fax: (828) 286-3380
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Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club (previously known as Cleghorn Plantation) in Rutherfordton, N.C. sprawls across the mountains and valleys of western North Carolina. It's a popular golf course with locals but for visitors this rather secluded course is a hidden gem. The many contours and elevation changes give each hole on the course a unique character. The elevated tee boxes provide panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, leading to heavily bunkered and undulating greens. The rolling fairways are lined with trees but they're more forgiving than they seem. Water hazards come into play on several holes and wind is also a factor. The golf course is a challenging but fair test with four sets of tees to accommodate players of all skill levels. Thanks to the rolling terrain and beautiful scenery, Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club has drawn comparisons to Augusta but with much more affordable rates.

Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club
3 stars out of 5 (based on 2 reviews)
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Golf course details

  • Holes: 18
  • Designed by: George Cobb
  • Public/Private: Public/Resort
  • Year opened: 1972
  • Golf Season: Year round
  • Guest Policy: Open
  • Tee times welcomed: Yes
  • Fairways:
  • Greens: Champion Bermuda Grass

Facilities

  • Pro in house: Yes
  • Driving range: Yes
  • Rental clubs: Yes
  • Rental carts: Yes

Green fees price ranges

Course policies

  • Metal spikes allowed: No
  • Dress code: Shirts with collars are preffered, sleeves required.
  • Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express welcomed

Length, slope and rating for each tee

Tee Par Yardage Slope Rating
Black 71 6762 136 73.3
Bronze (W) 71 4617 117 68
Gold 71 6131 128 70.6
Silver 71 5440 124 67.2
Bronze 71 4617 117 63.3

Reader Ratings / Reviews

  • Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club
    1 stars out of 5
    by Red
    on October 06th, 2023 13:00
    I am currently a member of Cleghorn.
    But I am sad to say that since the previous course manager left in Dec 22 the general condition and attitudes at the course have greatly diminished.
    The course is in pretty good shape, but could be much better for their claimed status and the fees that they charge!
    I once thought that it was the best course in the area, but am now considering dropping my membership and moving on to "greener" pastures!
  • Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club
    4.5 stars out of 5
    by billy
    on August 11th, 2017 06:25
    Had not played this course since I moved away in the early 90s visited the upstate of South Carolina the first of august had to go play course is in great shape fairways smooth and green played great good job to the staff and owners.
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