georgia golf trail
By Mike May
Georgia Golf‘s High-Altitude Escape
is part of the Georgia Golf Trail, which features 24 golf courses in Georgia. “Sky Valley is like heaven on earth and we in Georgia are lucky to have such an outstanding destination for golfers in our state and for those visiting from the nearby surrounding states,” said Doug Hollandsworth, founder, Georgia Golf Trail. At Sky Valley, the golf course sits in a valley which is totally surrounded by mountains. You can check out current conditions by accessing Sky Valley’s 24-hour webcam: https://www.resortcams.com/webcams/sky-valley-ga/. The many tee shots struck from raised tees add an element of excitement, intrigue, and strategy to the Sky Valley golf experience.Sky Valley’s
Do you want to experience
a natural ‘high’ while also being ‘cool?’ Well, then grab your golf clubs, pack your bags and head for the Sky Valley Country Club in Sky Valley, Georgia. Because of its mountainous terrain, Sky Valley is a community with the highest elevation in Georgia while also having the coolest temperatures in the state, which is refreshing in the summer. The Sky Valley CC – www.skyvalleycountryclub.com or 706-746-5302 – is also one of Georgia’s premier destinations for golf, especially if you like mountain golf. Sky Valley CC’s average elevation of 3,500 feet makes it one of the highest elevation golf courses in Georgia. While the Sky Valley CC may be nestled in the mountains of North Georgia, it’s worth the scenic journey to this destination which is surrounded by the Nantahala National Forest. Not surprisingly, the Sky Valley CC
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tee-to-green course conditions are exemplary. And, when not playing golf, many Sky Valley residents are also playing croquet, tennis and bocce ball. Many members of the Sky Valley CC refer to their time spent at the club as like being at summer camp!
Birdhouse along the fairway Golf Central • Volume 22, Issue 6
