Daniel Island Club - Ralston Creek

Daniel Island Club\'s Ralston Creek Course was designed by Rees Jones and opened in 2006 as the second of two championship courses on Daniel Island (Tom Fazio\'s Beresford Creek opened in 2000). At 7,446 yards from the tips, it winds through Lowcountry marsh and maritime forest with the Wando River shaping the routing.

Jones ("The Open Doctor") brought the same strategic rigor he uses on major championship venues. The two courses offer contrasting philosophies — Fazio\'s more parkland Beresford Creek versus Jones\'s more exposed, links-influenced Ralston Creek. Both are nationally ranked.

A long, demanding private layout at nearly 7,450 yards from the tips. Rees Jones\'s emphasis on strategic angles off the tee and challenging approaches to well-defended greens. Tidal marsh and the Wando River create natural hazards throughout.

The club describes choosing between Beresford Creek and Ralston Creek as being like choosing between pecan and peach pie.

Private — Daniel Island community about 20 minutes from downtown Charleston.

Tee shot placement is critical — Jones creates holes where approach angle matters as much as distance.

Play correct tees. At 7,446 yards from the back, this is a significant test.

Wind exposure near the Wando River changes club selection significantly.