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I’ve played Chapel Hill. Country Club a fair amount over the years and the CHCC staff, along with its members, have invested a ton of time and money into marking CHCC’s course one of the best in the Triangle. The Championship Bermuda greens roll true throughout the year and are a real test when firm and rolled in warmer months. A lot of effort has been invested In drainage and the course is in phenomenal shape, even in the wet winter months. Overall the course protects itself extremely well and even the “easier” holes demand precision off of the tee. The long dog-leg left 4th hole is one of the harder holes to score on in the Triangle. Two of the four par 5s are very difficult to reach in two, despite their shorter length and reward smart play. The par 3s offer a little bit of variety from short irons to longer irons on the approach shots, with the 15th being the most challenging. My favorite holes on the course greet you when make the turn. The tight front 9 opens up to expansive water views on 10 and 11, with the long par 5 11th contrasting with a short par 4 12th (which offers up a good chance for a birdie, and is a stark contrast with the long par 4 14th). The back 9 concludes with the uphill par-5 18th hole and is a fantastic way to finish a round. While looking at the scorecard, CHCC seems like it would be far simpler than it is, but the layout provides an opportunity to enjoy a smart and beautiful layout.

I've played the course several times over the years and the conditions and course seem to be the best I've seen in years. Greens were fast and in pretty good shape. The course was green despite the lack of rain and the high temps that we've had for weeks. Was the course pristine? No. Was the course wet and swampy? No. Great conditions overall? Yes. Now if only my round was great, that is another story all together.