Golfin‘ Around Aiken
Did you know one of the first incorporated golf courses in the country was founded in Aiken in 1892? Thomas Hitchcock Sr., a prominent sportsman from Long Island, along with his good friend William C. Whitney, started The Palmetto Golf Club in Aiken, which is considered the oldest continually operated 18-hole golf course in the Southeast and 2nd oldest in the Country.
Aiken, often referred to as The Sports Capital of the South, is home to world-class equestrian, tennis and of course golf. With Augusta National Golf Club, home of the famous Masters Golf Tournament, and many other world-class golf courses, the area continues to draw the interest of golf lovers from around the world. It comes as no surprise that new clubs continue to spring up across Aiken’s landscape, each featuring distinct character that adds to this rich tapestry of golf in South Carolina’s heartland.
When you visit The Willcox and head out for the greens this spring, know that you’re teeing off in the setting of a long, fascinating golf story that continues to grow alongside this rich city. It’s incredibly exciting to witness the remarkable proliferation of golf courses across Aiken and welcome the wonderful guests who come to visit them. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, there’s a slice of green heaven for players of all ability levels located just minutes from the hotel.
Learn more about these stunning courses in the Golf Digest article at the link below, which covers the exciting details about golf in Aiken.
