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Capital City/Lake Murray Country is a Golfer's Paradise

A historic southern town steeped in tradition, Blythewood boasts a high concentration of quality golf courses, peaceful surroundings, great lakes, farmlands, and forest views with outstanding amenities. Home to the University of South Carolina Golf Center at Cobblestone Park, the options go from good - to better- to best! 

With a location just outside of Columbia, SC, and less than an hour from Charlotte, NC, Blythewood has always been attractive to golfers looking for the southern charm of the game. Home to 3 year-round outstanding courses, Cobblestone Golf Park, Columbia Country Club and Windemere Golf Course. 

Blythewood’s Courses 

The Windemere Club

The Windermere Club offers a Pete Dye Signature golf course, indoor-outdoor tennis complex, Jr. Olympic Pool, 3000 square foot state of the art fitness center, and dining with some of the greatest sunsets in Columbia. The club has become one of the more respected sports clubs in South Carolina, drawing members and guests from all over the country.

Cobblestone Park Golf Club


Cobblestone Park is a wonderful 27-hole golf course. Voted #4 in Golf Pass “Top 25 College Golf Courses” list in 2021, #7 in GolfPass “Top Golf Courses in South Carolina,” and 39th “Best Clubhouse”. Make sure to stop by Alexander’s at the clubhouse, a full-service restaurant serving lunch and dinner. Grab a post round beverage, casual lunch or a family dinner overlooking the beautiful 18th hole.

Columbia Country Club

Columbia Country Club offers a variety of recreational and social amenities that include a 27-hole championship golf course, professional practice facility, an Olympic-sized swimming pool & snack bar, tennis courts, a 25,000 square-foot clubhouse, and a calendar full of golf, swimming, social and family activities. T

In between tee times, grab lunch at McNulty’s Taproom or Doko Smoke BBQ.  Local, Tony Crout, is the pitmaster at Doko Smoke and has won numerous awards for his mouth-watering barbeque and sides. Get to know the area by attending one of Blythewood’s exciting festivals, competitions, and events like the Blythewood Rodeo each spring and fall. 

Explore More of the Region's Golf Offerings

Lake Murray Country is a golfer’s paradise. Tee off at one of 20 challenging courses around the region from the breathtaking water views at Timberlake Country Club in Chapin to the heart of Lexington at Golden Hills Golf and Country Club - you’re sure to find the perfect place to play in Lake Murray Country! Discover more of the Capital City/Lake Murray Country region including dining, entertainment, outdoor recreation and more at LakeMurrayCountry.com.