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First, the minor criticisms: the clubhouse and restrooms are dated but functional. More a function of the financial hit that golf courses are taking everywhere. The fairways are still recovering from a very harsh winter 2 years ago. They are filling in and the rough is getting thicker (a true penalty for hitting out of the fairway in many areas).

The track is excellent and scenic. The tee box for the next hole is usually quite a distance from the previous green so golfers are not on top of each other. Everyone we encountered who worked at the course was friendly and helpful.

I rated the course as moderately challenging because the fairways are fairly wide so wayward shots don't always penalize you. I need that after not playing for a few years and only getting in 10-12 rounds a year. We played the blue tees (~6500 yards) which are one tee in from the tips (gold).

By far, the greatest asset this course has is the spectacular bent grass greens. Almost every course in this area has given up on bent grass (too hot and humid; or goose grass contamination) and has gone to champion dwarf Bermuda. The greens are beautiful and putt extremely true. Fun course to play. We'll be back!

As all mid south courses SHOULD be in August, Miller GC is in excellent condition after a wet summer. The greens are immaculate Bermuda and are smooth and fast but not unfairly fast. I really like playing at Miller despite the fact that I usually earn a rather large score on #5. That hole is certainly in my head! If you are a low handicapper, play the tips. You won't be disappointed in the challenge.