We can’t think of a better way to soak in Greenville's greenspace than spending some time on the links. Whether you’re looking to connect outdoors with friends or you’re honing in on the perfect swing, here are 20 golf courses to make a tee time in Greenville county.

Public courses

Greer Golf, 2299 Gap Creek Rd., Greer | Owned by the City of Greer, this course has practice facilities + a club house in addition to the course.

Furman Golf Course, 400 N. Hwy. 25 Byp., Greenville | After renovations in 2008, this course qualifies as a PGA Family Course.

3's Golf and Grubhouse, 61 Villa Rd., Greenville | One loop around this approachable 12-hole course takes less than 90 minutes + don't leave without hitting the unique 18-hole putting course for some humps and bumps.

Carolina Springs Golf Club, 1680 Scuffletown Rd., Fountain Inn | Enjoy a full-service bar & grill after you play your 18-holes.

The grass is always greener. | Photo by The Preserve at Verdae

Semi-private

The Preserve at Verdae, 650 Verdae Blvd., Greenville | This course was the home of the BMW Charity Classic for nine years.

Paris Mountain Country Club, 301 Old Rock House Rd., Greenville | Established in 1938, this course has views for days.

Pebble Creek Golf Course, 101 Pebble Creek Dr., Taylors | This club features 27 championship golf holes and a full practice facility.

Willow Creek Golf Club, 205 Sandy Run, Greer | After you hit the holes, be sure to check out the golf shop.

River Falls Plantation, 100 Player Blvd., Duncan | These fairways, made with Diamond Zoysia greens, border the South Tyger River.

Lakeview Golf Club, 315 Piedmont Golf Course Rd., Piedmont | This course has been family owned + operated for ~30 years. Pro tip: You can check out photos of the holes before you play.

Cherokee Valley Course and Club, 450 Cherokee Valley Way, Travelers Rest | In addition to a golf course, you can enjoy the pool, bike trails, and fitness facility.

Members only

Greenville Country Club, 239 Byrd Blvd., Greenville | Members can golf on two nationally-recognized 18-hole private championship courses + take advantage of the PGA professionals on staff.

Green Valley Country Club, 225 Green Valley Dr., Greenville | This course is open year-round and has some pretty great views of the Blue Ridge Mountains + the Reedy River.

The Cliffs, 250 Knightsridge Rd., Travelers Rest | The Cliffs has seven different courses, one for each day of the week.

Thornblade Club, 1275 Thornblade Blvd., Greer | Currently the home of the BMW Charity Pro-Am, you can play this course, practice at the practice facility, or putt your stuff at the putting-only green.

Fox Run Country Club, 215 Club Dr., Simpsonville | Practice your swing in the practice facility before you play on 6,556 yards of course.

Can you feel the focus? | Photo by the City of Greenville

Putting for par

McPherson Park, 120 E. Park Ave., Greenville | Be sure to bring your own putters and balls for this free mini golf course.

Takeoff Mini Golf, 28 Airport Rd. Ext., Greenville | Enjoy this aviation-themed mini golf course + watch planes takeoff and land while you play.

Frankie's Fun Park, 45 Park Woodruff Dr., Greenville | Choose from one of three putt putt courses and show off your short game.

Topgolf, 201 Clifton Ct., Greenville | Eat, drink, and be merry at this high-tech driving range.

We like big putts and we cannot lie. | Photo by Group Therapy

Take it indoors

Group Therapy Pub & Playground, 320 Falls St., Ste. G | Each hole is based on a movie at this indoor putt putt course — let us know if you get all the references. Plus, hit the new multi-sports simulator to experience the world's most renowned courses on the 14-ft screen.

Social Latitude, 1812 Woodruff Rd., Greenville | Enjoy the Full Swing Sports Simulator and work on your game in the A/C.

Carolina Indoor Golf, 1168 N. Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville | Play a one of ~80 courses with these TruGolf simulators.

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