A few years ago, we shared an article, "Best Golf Communities in Georgia: 10 Reasons Why Harbor Club is Tops." And today, with over 11,000 hits, it certainly resonated. So, we're revisiting the best Georgia golf communities subject because there are ten more reasons why Harbor Club is tops.
The Masters golf tournament at Augusta National is fast approaching. Whether you're one of the lucky ones that get to experience this incredible event in person or simply plan to watch it on TV, it's an inspiring tournament that puts golfers in the mood to play -- especially here at Harbor Club.
The game of golf is more popular than ever. Our award-winning course happily welcomes the many players indulging in our championship course – several of which are younger golfers. In fact, 2020 saw the biggest gain in youth golfers participating in the game since Tiger's 1997 Masters win. That momentum continues to this day. So, what's the draw?
Masters Week around the Augusta area offers a unique opportunity for visiting golfers: the chance to play some fantastic tracks – some of which are designed by legendary Masters champions themselves. Take our course, Harbor Club on Lake Oconee, for example. Designed by Tom Weiskopf (a four-time Masters runner-up himself) and Jay Morrish, it winds through wooded hillsides, skirts four creeks, and touches upon Georgia's second-largest lake six times.
The grass used on a golf course is known as turfgrass. Turfgrass has to be pretty tough, handle plenty of traffic, and repair itself quickly from damage. The type of turf grass used on courses can make a big difference in a golfer’s experience, with premium golf courses using the best of the best. That’s why Harbor Club utilizes A1/A4 bentgrass on its greens -- making it a dominant course to play in the fall and spring.
