Keith Hills Golf Club

Keith Hills Golf Club is a 27-hole semi-private golf course located in Buies Creek, North Carolina, USA. Set along the Cape Fear River, it serves as both a public golfing destination and the home course of the Campbell University golf teams. The club is known for its scenic layout, collegiate ties, and challenging design suitable for all skill levels.

Key facts

• Location: Buies Creek, North Carolina, USA
• Established: 1974
• Designer: Ellis Maples (original 18 holes), Dan Maples (third nine)
• Holes: 27 (Creek, Lakes, and Orange nines)
• Affiliation: Home course of Campbell University golf programs

Course design and layout

Keith Hills features three distinct nine-hole courses that can be combined for varying 18-hole experiences. The original Creek and Lakes nines, designed by Ellis Maples, blend rolling terrain, mature pines, and riverfront holes. The Orange nine, added later by Dan Maples, extends the layout’s playability with modern bunkering and strategic water hazards.

Collegiate and community role

The course serves as the training and competition site for Campbell University’s men’s and women’s golf teams and hosts numerous collegiate tournaments. Beyond its university connection, Keith Hills offers memberships, public tee times, and junior golf instruction, reinforcing its dual role as an educational and community golf hub.

Facilities and amenities

The club includes a practice range, putting and chipping greens, a fully equipped pro shop, and event spaces for banquets and tournaments. Its on-site instruction center supports both recreational golfers and aspiring professionals through the university’s PGA Golf Management program.

Setting and experience

Nestled amid the North Carolina Sandhills, Keith Hills Golf Club offers a tranquil riverside setting with moderate elevation changes and abundant wildlife. The course’s balance of challenge and playability makes it a regional favorite for both local golfers and visiting players.