Jackson County's public and semi-private golf courses offer classic mountain challenges to tens of thousands of golfers each year.

From Cashiers and its world-renowned resorts and courses to the south to the new Smoky Mountain Country Club in the northern end of the county, the area offers one-of-a-kind mountain golf in a variety of awe-inspiring settings. The Waynesville Country Club is also a short drive from most northern Jackson County locations.

High Hampton Inn and Country Club

High Hampton's beautiful links were designed by the late, eminent golf architect George W. Cobb, who crafted more than 350 courses during his lifetime. Cobb complimented High Hampton by saying "I have yet to see a course -- designed by me or by others -- with greater natural beauty or one more enjoyable to play."

One of the oldest courses in the mountains, High Hampton plays at 6,012 yards from the back tees to bent grass greens. Amenities include a covered driving range and two putting greens.

The club also hosts golf schools and tournaments.

Sapphire Mountain

Golf architect Ron Garl developed an 18-hole golfing jewel at Sapphire Mountain. Scenic splendor and and creative design combine to invigorate the senses.

Waynesville Country Club

Here, lush fairways, bent grass greens, mountain streams, ponds and spectacular scenery blend into 27 picturesque holes of golf. Our complete pro shop offers lessons, club fitting and a full line of equipment and apparel, including a ladies' wear boutique.

Smoky Mountain Country Club

The Smoky Mountain Country Club's 18-hole Thomas Walker designed course is a unique course built on valley floors, into mountainsides, and across mountain tops. Spectacular panoramic views are present on every hole.

The 6,181 yard course features 500 vertical feet of elevation change, creating a true mountain golfing experience.