Club History at Carolina Trace Country Club | Sanford, NC
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Carolina Trace Country Club

Dating back to 1959 when Joyce and Bill Arnold had a vision that spawned Carolina Trace, all the way to today's current operation of the Club and it's amenities, Carolina Trace Country Club has always been home to those who seek the ultimate in relaxed recreational living. Continue reading below to learn more about our history.

Interesting Historical Facts

The Announcement 1969

"Giant Golf-Recreational Site Planned for Area"

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Original Clubhouse Completed 1972

An approximately 25,000 square foot facility built by L. P. Cox

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Both Courses Completed 1979

Robert Trent Jones, Sr., designed the two eighteen-hole golf courses

First Ownership Transition 1987

The Membership purchases the Club from the Arnold family

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The Fire 2008

Despite a destroyed Clubhouse, the spirit of the members and the local community endured

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New Clubhouse 2009

A grand, new Clubhouse, approximately 30,000 square-feet, was completed October 1, 2009

Lake Course Renovation 2015

A major renovation guided by renowned golf course architect David Whelchel

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