Considering a trip to Columbia SC, can some locals provide some insight? (Hilton Head Island: spring break, hotels)

[Vq30de]

Hello,

I am planning a trip from Buffalo NY to possibly Columbia SC at the end of February or beginning of march. The reason for this trip is we are getting stir crazy and are dying to golf, a d are trying to find someplace about 12 hours away by car with warm enough weather to play. It looks like by the end of February the weather there averages 60s, can any locals verify this? Or would we be best to head further south at this time of year?

Thanks!

[Iam4USC]

Don't come here. Go to Myrtle Beach. Great off season deals at the beach. Weather shouldn't be an issue if you're from Buffalo. But are you sure it's only a 12 hour drive? I haven't done a mapquest but Buffalo seems a lot further than 12 hours.

[Vq30de]

Yes, according to google at least. It calls for 12 hours to Columbia, and 14 to myrtle. I had looked at MB but we are going around spring break and I figured avoiding it may be a good choice.

I appreciate the info...

[waccamatt]

Originally Posted by Vq30de

Yes, according to google at least. It calls for 12 hours to Columbia, and 14 to myrtle. I had looked at MB but we are going around spring break and I figured avoiding it may be a good choice.

I appreciate the info...

We'd love to have you visit Columbia, but Columbia is a business, government and education center and not really a golfing haven. I don't golf so I can't give you much advice there. Myrtle Beach or Santee are options in SC along with Hilton Head Island. The weather here can be very nice in late February or early March, but it can also be chilly or even snow on occasion.

[Iam4USC]

Well, if that's the case.......come on down. Columbia is not a "destination" city like most people are looking for, but it certainly fits your criteria. There are plenty of golf courses within a 15 mile radius. I'm sure they too have some decent off season deals. I would suggest staying downtown in the Vista for your evening entertainment. There is a really nice Hilton and a newer Hampton Inn in the Vista which is in walking distance to numerous restaurants and bars.

[Iam4USC]

Columbia, SC Golf Courses
Riverside Golf Center, Riverside Course

9 holes over 1,100 yards with a par of 27 (Public)
1600 Garner Ln
Columbia, SC 29210-7100
(803) 750-1015
9 miles from the center of Columbia.



Forest Lake Club, Forest Lake Course

18 holes over 6,385 yards with a par of 72 (Private Equity)
340 Country Club Dr
Columbia, SC 29206-3202
(803) 738-0500
11 miles from the center of Columbia.



Club At Rawls Creek, Club at Rawls Course

18 holes over 6,072 yards with a par of 71 (Public)
2121 Lake Murray Blvd
Columbia, SC 29212-0952
(803) 781-0114
14 miles from the center of Columbia.



Club At Rawls Creek, Club at Rawls 2 Course

9 holes (Public)
2121 Lake Murray Blvd
Columbia, SC 29212-0952
(803) 781-0114
14 miles from the center of Columbia.



Oak Hills Golf Club, Oak Hills Course

18 holes over 6,894 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
7629 Fairfield Rd
Columbia, SC 29203-9596
(800) 263-5218
14 miles from the center of Columbia.



Northwoods Golf Club, Northwoods Course

18 holes over 6,800 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
201 Powell Rd
Columbia, SC 29203-9379
(803) 786-9242
14 miles from the center of Columbia.



Spring Valley Country Club, Spring Valley Course

18 holes over 6,841 yards with a par of 72 (Private Equity)
300 Spring Valley Rd
Columbia, SC 29223-5918
(803) 788-3084
16 miles from the center of Columbia.



LinRick Golf Course, LinRick Course

18 holes over 6,919 yards with a par of 73 (Municipal)
356 Camp Ground Rd
Columbia, SC 29203-9665
(803) 754-6331
17 miles from the center of Columbia.



The Wildewood Country Club, WildeWood Course

18 holes (Private Equity)
90 Mallet Hill Rd
Columbia, SC 29223-3216
(803) 788-8000
18 miles from the center of Columbia.



Golf Center, Golf Center Par 3 Course

9 holes over 2,376 yards with a par of 27 (Public)
109 Tat Rd
Columbia, SC 29223-8001
(803) 736-9193
18 miles from the center of Columbia.



The Woodlands Country Club, Woodlands Course

18 holes over 6,804 yards with a par of 72 (Private Non-Equity)
100 Norse Way
Columbia, SC 29229-3306
(803) 788-7771
18 miles from the center of Columbia.



Charwood Country Club, White Course

9 holes over 2,843 yards with a par of 35 (Public)
222 Clubhouse Dr
West Columbia, SC 29172-2583
(803) 755-2000
2 miles from the center of Columbia.



Charwood Country Club, Blue Course

9 holes over 3,152 yards with a par of 36 (Public)
222 Clubhouse Dr
West Columbia, SC 29172-2583
(803) 755-2000
2 miles from the center of Columbia.



Charwood Country Club, Red Course

9 holes over 3,416 yards with a par of 37 (Public)
222 Clubhouse Dr
West Columbia, SC 29172-2583
(803) 755-2000
2 miles from the center of Columbia.



Indian River Golf Club, Indian River Course

18 holes over 6,507 yards with a par of 71 (Public)
200 Indian River Dr
West Columbia, SC 29170-3841
(803) 955-0080
5 miles from the center of Columbia.



Hidden Valley Country Club, Hidden Valley Course

18 holes over 6,800 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
147 Excaliber Ct
Gaston, SC 29053-9744
(803) 794-8087
6 miles from the center of Columbia.



Golden Hills Golf & Country Club, Golden Hills Course

18 holes over 6,461 yards with a par of 71 (Public)
100 Scotland Dr
Lexington, SC 29072-8052
(803) 957-3355
10 miles from the center of Columbia.



Fort Jackson Golf Club, Wildcat Course

18 holes over 6,721 yards with a par of 72 (Private Non-Equity)
Chesnut Rd
Fort Jackson, SC 29207
(803) 787-4344 x109
11 miles from the center of Columbia.



Fort Jackson Golf Club, Old Hickory Course

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18 holes over 6,624 yards with a par of 72 (Private Non-Equity)
Chesnut Rd
Fort Jackson, SC 29207
(803) 787-4344 x109
11 miles from the center of Columbia.



The Caddy Shak, Caddy Shak Course

9 holes (Public)
381 Pilgrim Rd
Lexington, SC 29072
(803) 356-4653
12 miles from the center of Columbia.



Country Club of Lexington, Lexington Course

18 holes over 6,542 yards with a par of 72 (Private Equity)
1066 Barr Rd
Lexington, SC 29072-8647
(803) 359-8838
12 miles from the center of Columbia.



Sedgewood Country Club, Sedgewood Course

18 holes over 6,767 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
9560 Garners Ferry Rd
Hopkins, SC 29061-9566
(803) 776-2177
13 miles from the center of Columbia.

[waccamatt]

Oops, I see they have public/private in the listings.

[Vq30de]

I appreciate the responses! We are not looking for a destination type place, just someplace warm enough to play and relatively close (I bet we can get there in 10 hours) we will probably be there only a day or so, so as far as "things to do", play 18 holes and eat some food is really all that's on the list

Oak Hills looks like a good bet, and as far as hotels go, I typically stay free at hiltons and hamptons so that'll work great for us...

[LexingtonDad]

You will enjoy Oak Hills, it is a fine course that doesn't get near enough play.

[Charlestondata]

And designate some time for eating, shopping and sightseeing in Columbia.