[Best Golf Courses for Walking] Philos CC 'Pocheon Cheonggyesan, Cheonggyeho Healing'

The Optimal Place for 27-Hole Walking Golf with Diversity
Clubhouse Remodel Transforms into an Elegant Space
Top-Level Cuisine Prepared by Former Luxury Hotel Chef
Surrounded by Tourist Attractions like Art Valley and Herb Island

Golf is an attractive sport. It is an activity that allows healing in nature. When COVID-19 broke out in 2020, it was popular as a relatively safe sport. The charm of golf lies in being able to take care of your health while walking on green grass. Playing one round means walking more than 10,000 steps. Asia Economy has been promoting the nationwide brain health project called Hamanhacheon (One Day 10,000 Steps, One Day 1,000 Characters) exercise since 2023. Starting from the 15th, it launched the untact ‘Golf Course Grass 10,000 Steps Walking Challenge.’ It runs until July 14.

In this challenge, walking 10,000 steps enters you into a draw to win prizes such as free passes to Paju Seowon Hills, Boston bags, golf balls, golf hats, and UV protection patches. The participant with the highest number of steps will receive a driver, rangefinder, and hybrid club in this walking event. In line with this, Asia Economy introduces the ‘Best Domestic Golf Courses for Walking’ where you can enjoy exercise and health.

[Best Golf Courses for Walking] Philos CC 'Pocheon Cheonggyesan, Cheonggyeho Healing'

Philos CC is located at a high altitude but has many flat areas, making it an ideal place for walking golf.
[Photo by Philos CC]

◆ChiGO= Philos Country Club opened in 1992 as Nasan Country Club. The name was changed to Philos CC in August 2001. It is located on Unakcheonggye-ro, Ildong-myeon, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do. Although situated on high ground, it is connected by a perfect course. The foothills of Cheonggye Mountain, the mist over Cheonggye Lake, and the echoing sounds of mountain birds leave a strong impression.

It covers 1,523,792㎡ (about 469,450 pyeong) with 27 holes. Course management is also notable. The fairway grass was replaced with zoysia grass. The turf is continuously maintained at high quality. Safety is the top priority. An emergency medical center operates to prepare for any safety accidents that may occur during rounds. With the opening of the Guri-Pocheon Expressway, it takes only 40 minutes to reach the golf course from Seoul. Accessibility has greatly improved.

Philos CC Nam Course is a charming place suitable for female golfers.

◆GeotGO= The three courses each have different charms. The East Course features wide fairways. You can comfortably tee off with a driver. Aggressive play is required. The East Course is characterized by its low elevation. The West Course is a place where the sounds of mountain birds and beautiful trees blend. The total length is relatively short, but hazards and bunkers are designed to be challenging. Strategic play is required.

The South Course is quaint. It is the optimal course for female golfers. It has a single green. The view of the city is beautiful and refreshing. The signature hole is the 6th hole (par 5). It is a right dogleg hole. You should aim at the left side of the bunker in the center. A slice may occur on the second shot. Aim to the left. The green slopes downhill. It is wise to approach the hole with a short shot.

The customer movement path is designated as the ‘Service Zone.’ All employees and game assistants warmly welcome customers, showing exceptional consideration. Since March 29, night rounds have been opened. Tee-off is after 4:30 PM. It operates as no-caddy self-play. Before the round, a hotel-style buffet is provided free of charge. Green fees are flexibly adjusted depending on weather conditions.

At the Philos CC clubhouse restaurant, you can enjoy a buffet prepared by chefs who previously worked as executive chefs at luxury hotels.
[Photo by Philos CC]

◆MeokGO= The clubhouse is grand with an Italian-style design. You can enjoy food while appreciating the course and surrounding scenery in large and small banquet rooms and outdoor terraces. Convenience facilities have been enhanced focusing on customer convenience. The parking lot, landscaping, and pond have been stylishly renovated, giving it the appearance of a luxury golf course.

Top-level chefs, including former chefs from luxury hotels, have been hired. They compete with affordable yet excellent taste. The black pork aged kimchi stew is popular. There are also spicy croaker fish stew, black pork squid stir-fry with rice wraps, premium sirloin mushroom stew, herbal king short rib soup, and Eobok platter. Abalone whole squid seafood jjambbong stew, barley dried yellow croaker, and grilled mero are also delicious.

Pocheon Art Valley is a tourist destination that upcycles an abandoned quarry.
[Photo by Pocheon Art Valley]

◆NolGO= There are many places to relax around Philos CC. Myeongseongsan, Sanjeong Lake, Mangmubong, Jain Temple, and Baegun Valley are famous. Also, Pocheon Art Valley and Herb Island, popular as date courses, are nearby. Art Valley is the world’s only upcycling tourist site of a closed quarry where ecological and cultural contents are integrated. The damaged natural landscape has been restored in an eco-friendly way. Cheonju Lake is a lake formed by rainwater and spring water flowing into a granite-carved basin. Exotic scenery unfolds along with the surrounding cliffs. There is also an astronomy science center, education exhibition center, and sculpture park. Various performances are held from April to October.

Herb Island is themed on Mediterranean life. It offers exotic and diverse sights and activities. The world’s first herb plant museum operates here. It is a place where you can enjoy herbs and relax your body and mind all year round. It consists of Healing Zone, Santa Zone, Venice Zone, and Fragrance Zone. Festivals continue throughout the year, including the Light Fairy Tale Festival, Pink Muhly Festival, Lavender Festival, and Fragrance Shower Festival.