Myrtle Beach Golf News

The PlayGolfMyrtleBeach.com TikTok page continues its steadily rising social media presence in the golf world with more than 22,000 followers and 326,000 likes on its creative content. In the first nine months of 2023, our content has received more than 3.2 million views! Check out what all the buzz has been about this year as we continue to present the Myrtle Beach golf scene in exhilarating new ways.

This week Rob Spallone stopped by Myrtle Beach National to check out SouthCreek and King’s North, while Joe Novak made the northbound trip to Highway 9 to visit Diamondback and Crown Park. Check out what their camera lenses captured; we hope these current conditions photos get you excited for what’s in store for your next Myrtle Beach golf trip!

Pawleys Plantation Golf & Country Club, a Jack Nicklaus design renowned for its beauty and challenge, has reopenedd after a comprehensive greens and bunkers restoration project. Founders Group International (FGI), Pawleys’ parent company, contracted with Nicklaus Design Group and its Design Associate Troy Vincent to lead a project that has modernized one of the area’s most popular courses while maintaining the integrity of Nicklaus’ original work.

In the penultimate stop of Charlie’s South Strand swing that’s kicked off this series, “The Big Timer” is in Murrells Inlet, S.C. to take on the penultimate hole at a Clyde Johnston classic: Wachesaw Plantation East Golf Club, home to multiple LPGA Tour events in recent years. Let’s see how Charlie fares on this challenging par 5!

In a recent installment of his “Key Holes in Myrtle Beach Golf” video reel series, PlayGolfMyrtleBeach.com’s David Williams takes us on a playing tour of seven holes of note at the Arnold Palmer signature design at Rivers Edge Golf Club in Shallotte, NC.

The guys from The Golf Podcast presented by Golficity made their recent, first-ever Myrtle Beach golf trip an epic experience: six rounds in four days, based on course recommendations made by Grand Strand golf experts who helped tailor selections to their game and interests. It’s all part of Golficity’s six-part video series highlighting “Golf Town USA – The Best of Myrtle Beach.” In Episode 6, Mike and Frank wrap up their 2023 Myrtle Beach golf getaway with an adventurous round at the signature design of Davis Love III, the Love Course at Barefoot Resort!

Though the “Breaking Par with Charlie Rymer” story continues, filming is now complete. And while we showcase each leg of the journey up to two times a week at PlayGolfMyrtleBeach.com, Charlie’s taking a well-earned breather – and some time to reflect on the bigger picture of what his visits to 66 Grand Strand golf courses have meant to him.

Still on the fence about taking a fall golf trip to “The Golf Capital of the World”? No need to be – in fact, we’re here to offer up several compelling reasons why the fall golf season in Myrtle Beach is the preferred choice of so many vacation golfers, and why you should be “all in” on finalizing your plans right now!

Although the Myrtle Beach area’s Highway 9 corridor boasts many courses considered staples of “The Golf Capital of the World,” it’s no secret that the volume of dining options and amenities available to visiting golfers is more limited than what you’ll find in the heart of the Grand Strand. Even so, great options still abound: you just have to think (and eat!) like a local. Here are four places that anyone who lives in Longs, Little River, or Loris will recommend you make part of your golf trip itinerary.

It’s been a whirlwind of birdies, eagles, and unforgettable moments that have left the Grand Strand golfing community buzzing with excitement. The past week showcased some outstanding golfing talents from near and far, as they graced our world-class courses with their skill and passion for the game. Let’s keep the conversation going, share our experiences, and inspire one another to keep improving the game. Myrtle Beach is more than just a destination; it’s a golfing paradise! Now, let’s check out some of the outstanding posts from the past week, thanks to our friends on social media!

In a recent installment of his “Key Holes in Myrtle Beach Golf” video reel series, PlayGolfMyrtleBeach.com’s David Williams takes us on a playing tour of five holes of note at the Edmund Ault-designed Palmetto Course at Myrtlewood Golf Club.

Charlie escaped his last stop with another par, but will he need to reach back into his bag of tricks to conquer his next stop? Join us as “The Big Timer” takes on the par-3 6th hole at Dan Maples’ Lowcountry classic at Willbrook Plantation in Pawleys Island, S.C.

The “in-between” fairway bunker shot, where you’re well inside 100 yards to the green, presents a dilemma to the average golfer. Steve Dresser of the Steve Dresser Golf Academy in Pawleys Island, S.C. weighs your options, then walks you through what he thinks is the best shot for you to execute.

The guys from The Golf Podcast presented by Golficity made their recent, first-ever Myrtle Beach golf trip an epic experience: six rounds in four days, based on course recommendations made by Grand Strand golf experts who helped tailor selections to their game and interests. It’s all part of Golficity’s six-part video series highlighting “Golf Town USA – The Best of Myrtle Beach.” In Episode 5, Mike and Frank visit the course they found to be the most visually stunning of their trip: the Ken Tomlinson-designed masterpiece at Tidewater Golf Club in North Myrtle Beach!

It was a wonderful week for golf in Myrtle Beach! From stunning course snapshots to heartwarming golfing moments, social media posts from the across Grand Strand golf community have truly captured the essence of what makes golf so great in this area. Whether it’s celebrating a birdie or simply enjoying a round with friends, your posts remind us that golf is not just a game but a way to connect and create lasting memories. So, let’s take a look at all of the action from this week, thanks to our friends on Facebook!