Thistle Golf Course
Named for the original Thistle Golf Club in Leith, Scotland, which opened in the early 1800s, this Tim Cate course does its namesake justice. Golfers vacationing in Myrtle Beach can get a true taste of the Old Country on the wide fairways and in the clubhouse, which features 200-year-old memorabilia straight from the Thistle Club’s heritage. Save some airfare and experience historically great golf right here in South Carolina.
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Pine Lakes Country Club
Pine Lakes Country Club holds the distinguished honor of being Myrtle Beach’s first golf course – hence its nickname, "The Granddaddy." Its legendary status is strengthened by the fact that it was designed by the first president of the PGA, Robert White. Play Pine Lakes on your next golf vacation to experience a rich piece of history while enjoying the modern luxuries of a recent multimillion-dollar renovation.
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TPC of Myrtle Beach
Make yourself comfortable on the home course of acclaimed Myrtle Beach golf spokesman Dustin Johnson. Tournament Players Club Myrtle Beach is one of fewer than 20 5-star courses nationwide, and one of only two in South Carolina. The par 5 18th is arguably the best closing hole of any Myrtle Beach golf course.
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Lion’s Paw Golf Links
The first Big Cat at Ocean Ridge Plantation, Lion’s Paw continues to make golfers purr. The layout, a co-design by Willard Byrd and Tim Cate, is a good one, offering the chance to score on the par 5s while challenging players with one of the strongest collection of par 3s on the Myrtle Beach golf scene. A recent conversion to MiniVerde Bermuda grass has provided Lion’s Paw with outstanding greens throughout the year. This is a Myrtle Beach golf course you won't want to skip over.
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Prestwick Country Club
Only a collaboration between Pete and P.B. Dye could produce a course as challenging yet rewarding as Prestwick Country Club. It has all the hallmarks of a Dye design – railroad ties, pot bunkers and rolling greens – and rivals some of the best layouts in the country. Discover why Golf Digest called Prestwick one of the top five best-kept secrets in Myrtle Beach.
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Azalea Sands Golf Club
The virtues of Azalea Sands are readily apparent. The course, located in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is located less than a half-mile from the Atlantic Ocean, making it easily accessible whether you are taking a golf trip or a family beach vacation (did we mention kids play free at Azalea Sands?). With wide fairways and no housing anywhere throughout the property, Azalea Sands makes being player-friendly its top priority.
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Grande Dunes Resort Course
Looking to make your next Myrtle Beach golf vacation bigger and better? Then make sure to include Grande Dunes on your list of courses to play. Open since 2001, this relatively new addition to the area quickly garnered praise, earning Best New Course honors from Golf Magazine.
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Myrtle Beach National – SouthCreek
Designed by the legend himself, Arnold Palmer, SouthCreek at Myrtle Beach National is a tall glass of the most refreshing play in South Carolina. Members love it for its playability and prime location.
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Willbrook Plantation Golf Club
Soak up some scenic South Carolina nature at Willbrook Plantation. Fifteen of its 18 holes feature water, but most of it frames holes from a distance so as not to dampen your day. This Dan Maples design is a delight to play on any trip to Myrtle Beach. See why Golf Digest bestowed 4.5 stars upon it on your next vacation.
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River Club
River Club embodies all things Lowcountry – Spanish moss, rare wildlife and, of course, exquisite golf. Borrowing inspiration from the South Carolina marshes, every hole here features water in some shape or form. In fact, the par 3 14th has an island green. Discover what makes this risky course all reward at the end of the day.
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Blackmoor Golf Club
Uncover a golfer’s paradise hidden in South Carolina. Tucked away in Murrells Inlet, Blackmoor features a Gary Player design that incorporates Lowcountry splendor and a bit of history. Hit a rogue shot on the 13th, and your ball might land in the old Civil War graveyard that runs parallel to it. Be sure and haunt this long-time Myrtle Beach area favorite on your next trip.
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International Club
It’s layouts like the one found at International Club that make Myrtle Beach an undeniably great golfing destination. Ranking in the top 10 of South Carolina courses, this palm tree-lined course is every vacationing golfer’s paradise. Do whatever it takes to include a round at International Club on your next trip.
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Glen Dornoch Waterway Links
One of the most demanding par 4s in Myrtle Beach, the 16th hole at Glen Dornoch gets even the most skilled veterans longing for a stiff drink by the time they sink their putt. Not to worry, the 17th is absolutely stunning, and the 18th leads you straight to the clubhouse deck, where you can finally get that refreshing and well-earned beverage.
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Brunswick Plantation & Golf Resort
The 27 holes of championship layout golf on our Azalea, Dogwood, and Magnolia courses provide a challenging and enjoyable experience for avid golfers and beginners. Brunswick Plantation features perfect Bermuda grass greens all year.
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Myrtlewood – PineHills Course
PineHills is widely regarded as the soul of Myrtle Beach golf, and its Myrtlewood sister, the Palmetto Course, as the heart. The more modern of the two designs, PineHills features mounded fairways, grass bunkers and ample opportunities for players to improve their scores. Create a winning golf vacation by including this course on your list of places to play in Myrtle Beach.
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Crow Creek Golf Club
Designer Rick Robbins crafted Crow Creek with challenges both short and long, but everyone who plays here agrees the hardest part is choosing which par 3 is their favorite. Come experience the variety and see why this course earned four stars in Golf Digest’s Best Places to Play guide.
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Legends Resort – Moorland Course
How did the name Legends Resort originate? It could have something to do with the fact that Golf Digest has ranked the Moorland Course among the 50 toughest tracks in America. The 16th hole, affectionately referred to as "Hell’s Half-Acre," is not for the faint of heart. Channel your competitive nature and come take on this 270-yard par 4, along with the rest of this memorable course.
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Man O’ War Golf Club
Man O’ War is a rare breed of course and a Myrtle Beach original. Quench your thirst for a challenge with 18 holes that all feature some sort of water hazard. Before you start packing waders, you should also know that Man O’ War has some of South Carolina's largest greens, which feature firm and well-conditioned bentgrass.
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Aberdeen Country Club
You don’t have to fly to Scotland to experience rolling fairways – you can experience similarly remarkable terrain on the Highlands Nine at Aberdeen Country Club. Catch the wind just right, and you could play the Meadows Nine with just your driver and putter. Myrtle Beach’s most diverse 27-hole grouping is rounded out with the Woodlands course, the tightest of the three.
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Barefoot Resort – Dye Course
Ever heard anyone talk up the acoustics of a course? The Dye Club has been serenaded by the hum of clubs and guitars alike. The 2013 Myrtle Beach "Golf Course of the Year" has hosted the Hootie & the Blowfish Monday After the Masters Celebrity Pro-Am for 15 years. Consistently nabbing a spot on Golf Digest’s list of America’s 100 Greatest Public Courses, it’s certainly one of Myrtle Beach’s greatest hits.
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Barefoot Resort – Love Course
Davis Love III was the least renowned of the four architects that designed courses at Barefoot Resort, one of the Myrtle Beach, South Carolina area’s flagship properties, but 13 years later his design is arguably the most popular of the quartet. The layout, which pays homage, to Love’s Carolina roots, is fun to play. Many Top 100 courses are known for their difficulty, but Love managed to perfectly thread the needle, crafting a design that challenges low handicappers while allowing, ahem, less skilled players to enjoy an elite course. On top of that, the memories of the faux ruins of an old plantation home will be with you long after your vacation ends. See why it's a must play during Myrtle Beach golf trips.
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Long Bay Club
With nearly as much sand as the nearby beach, Long Bay may tempt you to wear flip-flops. But stick to your spikes as you take on the challenging 10th, a par 4 with a fairway surrounded by waste bunker. Enough about the hazards – Long Bay also has some of the area's fastest greens. Combine that with the fact that this is one of two courses in the Myrtle Beach area designed by Jack Nicklaus, and you've got more than enough to keep players returning year after year.
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Caledonia Golf and Fish Club
An ongoing debate exists among golfers about the greatest course in the Myrtle Beach area. While many courses have their claims to fame and standout qualities, if you could only play one course on your trip, it would have to be Caledonia. From the half-mile tunnel of oaks lining the entryway to the spectacular finishing holes, it’s obvious why Mike Strantz’s first solo design continues to inspire awe in all who play here.
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Arcadian Shores Golf Club
Believe it or not, famed architect Rees Jones’ illustrious career as a solo designer first began in Myrtle Beach. He announced his arrival on the scene with Arcadian Shores, and this classic design still resonates with players today. Follow in his footsteps and let Arcadian Shores be the start of an incredible golf vacation.
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Colonial Charters
Under new ownership, Colonial Charters underwent a recent renovation and reopened with its original name. The renovation project included a facelift for the course and clubhouse, guaranteeing Myrtle Beach golfers a facility that offers an abundance of quality and value. The layout weaves through mature hardwoods native to the South Carolina coast and features a pair of green-side waterfalls. Colonial Charters promises great value and it delivers.
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Pawleys Plantation Golf Club
It’s clear Jack Nicklaus tapped into his clever side when designing Pawleys Plantation. The par 3 13th plays less than 100 yards to a peninsula green surrounded by the marshy waters separating Pawleys Island from the Atlantic Ocean. Catch a bad gust of wind, and you’ll be fishing in your pocket for another ball. Test your skills at this one-of-a-kind course on your next trip to Myrtle Beach.
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Eagle Nest Golf Club
A great value for golfers, Eagle Nest saves its best for last. It’s all fun and games until you get to what many consider to be the three toughest finishing holes on the Grand Strand. Recently renovated, the Little River course boasts fresh MiniVerde greens for your putting pleasure.
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Lockwood Folly Country Club
Visitors to Lockwood Folly Country Club leave with indelible memories of tree-lined fairways with towering oaks, majestic pines, tranquil ponds and diverse and plentiful wildlife. Built on the site of a former hunting preserve, Lockwood Folly Country Club and its surrounding community borders the Lockwood Folly River and Intracoastal Waterway, and its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean puts the roar of the surf within earshot of visiting golfers. This links-style design winds its way through salt marshes, creeks, forests, fields and the surrounding community.
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Wachesaw Plantation East
Wachesaw Plantation East has hosted four LPGA tournaments, bringing Annika Sorenstam and Karrie Webb, a two-time winner, to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The course that has tested some of the game’s legends is an ideal addition to any Myrtle Beach golf vacation. Wachesaw is built on land that was once home to a thriving rice plantation, and the rolling fairways, tidal swamps and natural wetlands made it an ideal canvas for a superb golf course.
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Farmstead Golf Links
If you want to brag to friends that you once had a shot land in another state, you simply have to include Farmstead on your Myrtle Beach golf vacation itinerary. One of the nation’s few par 6s, the 767-yard 18th hole actually plays across the North Carolina-South Carolina state line. Just make sure to leave out the minor details when you tell the story.
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Wild Wing – Hummingbird Course
A perfect morning in Myrtle Beach begins with a great cup of coffee and a round of nine at the Hummingbird. You never knew a stand-alone layout could have so much variety, but that’s what you’ll find at this Wild Wing Plantation course. Including one par 5 and three par 3s, this fun and fast course will have you humming along in no time.
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True Blue Golf Club
Go big before you go home and play True Blue Golf Club. Every aspect of this Mike Strantz design is larger than life and ready to maximize your Myrtle Beach golf experience. The fairways are upwards of 100 yards wide in certain spots and the greens are incredibly spacious. So getting on them is simple enough, but finding your way to the hole may prove difficult.
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Wild Wing – Avocet Course
Great things happen when a former U.S. Open winner and a legendary architect decide to partner up. Larry Nelson and Jeff Brauer were able to make magic happen with the Avocet Course at Wild Wing. No Myrtle Beach golf vacation is complete without playing the course's dual fairways and the par 4, 308-yard 14th hole.
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Myrtle Beach National – West Course
You can play the West Course at Myrtle Beach National the easy way or the hard way. Whether you challenge yourself from the back tees or cut yourself some slack, you’ll be glad you included this Arnold Palmer-designed course on your golfing trip.
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Arrowhead Country Club
Arrowhead Country Club caters to players intent on playing the most attractive and well-maintained courses. The Cypress, Lakes and Waterway nines are three perfectly groomed layouts with fresh MiniVerde greens for superior putting surfaces. Spend time soaking up this beauty on your next trip to Myrtle Beach.
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Legends Resort – Parkland Course
Parkland can prove a daunting test for the most patient of players. Navigating its tree-lined holes and 100-plus bunkers takes a great amount of skill, but the risk is always worth the reward. And it always pays off to include Parkland in your Myrtle Beach golf getaway. See why there’s more to love on the longest of the three courses at Legends Resort.
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Wizard Golf
Mix a little Southern flavor with a smidge of Scottish flair and you wind up with The Wizard. The fairways are wide, but mounds and vegetation might impede your path to some of the largest greens in South Carolina. Once you make it there, enjoy the plush bentgrass and be glad you added The Wizard to your tour of the tees in Myrtle Beach.
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Sea Trail – Maples Course
The first of the three courses at Sea Trail Plantation, the Maples Course continues to lead the way. A familiar name to golf aficionados, architect Dan Maples crafted a quality design at Sea Trail, featuring five holes that play along the scenic Calabash Creek. In addition to the property’s natural beauty, Maples made effective used of waste bunkers to help create memorable visuals for golfers in town for a vacation, making this Myrtle Beach golf course a must play.
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Barefoot Resort – Norman Course
Sometimes overlooked in favor of its sister layouts, Greg Norman’s only public course in Myrtle Beach is not one to be missed. The Normal Course features incredibly memorable play, with four holes on the back nine running adjacent to the Intracoastal Waterway. How’s that for a water hazard?
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Founders Club at Pawleys Island
Sitting comfortably in the top tier of American courses, the Founders Club is located along the South Strand in quaint and quiet Pawleys Island. Golfers visiting Myrtle Beach appreciate the course for its unique look that stands out from its Lowcountry cousins. Raised fairways and minimal cart paths preserve a peaceful atmosphere at Founders Club.
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Rivers Edge Golf Club
Rivers Edge might be situated on the North Strand, but this Arnold Palmer-designed course is certainly worth the few extra miles of driving. It lives up to its name with seven holes, including the last four, that play along the Shallotte River. Golf Digest has ranked Rivers Edge among America’s 100 Greatest Public Courses. Many visitors to Myrtle Beach agree it’s a can’t-miss.
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Carolina National
Fred Couples’ only Myrtle Beach area golf course is certainly a memorable one. Freddie designed 27 holes at Carolina National – the Egret, Heron and Ibis nines – and he has been as well received as an architect as he is player.
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Barefoot Resort – Fazio Course
Legendary golf course architect Tom Fazio did some of his finest work on his namesake design at Barefoot Resort & Golf. With water features visible on 15 holes, The Fazio Course offers stunning visuals, relentless challenge and outstanding conditions – just a few of the many reasons this is one of the most coveted tee times in Myrtle Beach.
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Meadowlands Golf Club
If you’ve got your sights set on Southern hospitality and service that’s as sweet as the tea, then make your way to Meadowlands Golf Club. Bring your favorite driver and take full advantage of friendly fairways leading to TifEagle greens. Locals love this course, and Golf For Women has given it a spot on its list of Top 100 Courses. There’s phenomenal play for all, so come experience it for yourself.
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Litchfield Country Club
They don’t make them like Litchfield anymore. Located on the southern end of the Grand Strand, this timeless design has forgone modern trends, such as elevated greens, in order to provide golfers with creative challenges. So take a trip down memory fairway and enjoy a good dose of nostalgia for a bygone era of course design.
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Myrtlewood – Palmetto Course
If the heart of Myrtle Beach golf is the Palmetto Course at Myrtlewood, the soul is surely its sister course, PineHills. Palmetto’s combination of a phenomenal player-friendly layout and a prime beach location make it a must-visit for every golf trip.
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Shaftesbury Glen Golf Club
Make the most of your Myrtle Beach golf vacation and schedule a tee time at Shaftesbury Glen. The signature of famed architect A. W. Tillinghast is all over this special course. By the end of the day, you might leave your own mark on Shaftesbury – especially if you find yourself trapped in one of its trademark finger bunkers.
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Tidewater Golf Club
You could travel the country from coast to coast and not find a more scenic golf course than Tidewater. After taking in the panoramic view of the Atlantic Ocean from the 13th green, you’ll know why Golf Digest and Golf Magazine have ranked it among the nation’s Top 100 public courses.
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Myrtle Beach National – King’s North
The par 5 6th hole might be known as "The Gambler," but it’s a safe bet that you’ll enjoy every second of play at King’s North. And it certainly wasn’t luck that landed it on Golf Digest's list of America’s 100 Greatest Public Courses. Go all in on your next trip to Myrtle Beach and come see what makes King’s North so special.
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Sea Trail – Rees Jones Course
Many of us would probably like to forget the styles of the early '90s, but at least one thing born in this bizarre era has stood the test of time – the Jones Course at Sea Trail Resort. Rees Jones designed this layout with fairways wider than your favorite pair of flared jeans. Come see why many golfers would be content to spend an entire vacation on this cornerstone course.
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River Oaks Golf Club
Home of the Fox, Bear and Otter nines, River Oaks is located 10 minutes from Myrtle Beach International Airport, making it a convenient stop on your golf getaway. The facilities recently underwent a major renovation project that featured the installation of Champion Bermuda greens.
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Oyster Bay Golf Links
Get away from it all and spend some time on the pair of island greens at Oyster Bay. Situated along the Calabash River, this Dan Maples layout features some unique hazards in the form of a few alligators. But don’t worry, Golf Digest gave this course a 4.5-star rating without losing so much as a ball or a big toe.
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Diamondback at Woodland Valley
Don’t let an intimidating name scare you away from a friendly course. Diamondback at Woodland Valley is one of the best kept secrets in South Carolina. Located on the western edge of the Myrtle Beach golf community, Diamondback was carved from native pine forests with sand and water serving as the course’s primary hazards. Our always impeccably maintained course is imminently fair and you should absolutely consider a round as part of your next golf vacation.
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Sandpiper Bay Golf Club
With so many amazing options, choosing which courses to include in your Myrtle Beach golf vacation can be challenging. If you’re basing your decision on playability and quality conditions, you’ll be glad you made time for Sandpiper Bay. This 27-hole layout is a former Myrtle Beach Area Golf Course of the Year award winner and a reigning fan favorite among those who frequent the MiniVerde greens.
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Tiger’s Eye Golf Links
It’s the eye of the tiger, it’s the thrill of the flight. Tiger’s Eye has gained national acclaim — and for good reason. The Best New Course honors probably have something to do with the stunning visuals created by architect Tim Cate. Bentgrass greens and lakes lined with coquina boulders will have you sending pictures to make your friends jealous.
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Heritage Club
With sprawling live oak trees and marshlands teeming with native wildlife, Heritage embodies all things Lowcountry. You better bring your putting A-game, because the greens on this Dan Maples layout can be a menace. See if you can pass this test on your next trip to Myrtle Beach.
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Leopard’s Chase Golf Club
Architect Tim Cate’s signature coquina boulders, waste bunkers and a greenside waterfall on the 18th hole help define Leopard’s Chase, one of Myrtle Beach’s best golf courses. Leopard’s Chase was among the nation’s top 10 new layouts upon its 2007 opening, according to Golf Magazine and Golf Digest, and Golf World readers ranked it among America’s top 50 public courses.
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The Witch Golf Club
The Witch features a Dan Maples design that has cast a spell upon many a golfer visiting Myrtle Beach. Playing through a black-water forest with more than a mile of bridges traversing the swampland, the course offers great glimpses of South Carolina’s natural beauty.
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Panther’s Run Golf Links
The installation of new MiniVerde greens in 2010 ensures that your putts will really purr on this Tim Cate-designed course. These premium putting surfaces are just part of what makes Panther’s Run a favorite in the Myrtle Beach area. The layout runs through a nature preserve, so you may end up using your range finder to do a little bird-watching.
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Crown Park Golf Club
With 18 holes winding through the Carolina pines, the Championship course at Crown Park Golf Club surrounds players with unspoiled natural beauty while presenting ample challenges to beginners and seasoned golfers alike. This second-shot course with absolutely zero housing also makes for a great final test as you wind down your golf vacation.
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World Tour Golf Links
You don’t have to jet around the globe to experience some of golf’s most revered courses. Simply make your way to World Tour on your next trip to Myrtle Beach and play 18 incredible holes inspired by layouts from Augusta National to the Old Course at St. Andrews. Play re-creations of Amen Corner, the Postage Stamp at Royal Troon and much more. Every facet of this course is artfully crafted to transport you to these one-of-a-kind places, right here in Myrtle Beach.
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Tradition Golf Club
Designed by noted architect Ron Garl, Tradition Golf Club pays homage to the greatest parkland-style courses of the golfing world. Rolling, generous fairways and medium-sized greens with TifDwarf surfaces welcome a well-struck shot with open arms. Start a new tradition and add this diverse course to every trip to Myrtle Beach.
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River Hills Golf & Country Club
River Hills is a nice addition to any Myrtle Beach golf package. There are no parallel holes, creating the sense that you are alone on the course, and the layout and conditioning are always very good. The property has elevation changes that are unusual for a golf course, adding to its appeal to visit on a Myrtle Beach golf vacation. A four-star layout, according to Golf Digest, River Hills is the type of firm but fair challenge that enhances any Myrtle Beach golf trip.
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Legends Resort – Heathland Course
What takes a golf vacation from good to truly legendary? A trip to Heathland at Legends Resort is a great start. Renowned for its pot bunkers, expansive fairways and generous greens, the course clearly shows that Tom Doak had Scotland on his mind when dreaming up his maiden design. Heathland should be on your mind as you dream up your next trip to Myrtle Beach.
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Beachwood Golf Club
Beachwood is a North Myrtle Beach golf institution and the classic Gene Hamm design has never lost sight of what makes the facility popular amongst players on a beach golf vacation. Located less than a mile from the Atlantic Ocean, Beachwood enjoys a prime location and there is no housing anywhere on the property, meaning a peaceful round of golf awaits. Combine that with an unwavering commitment to customer service and Beachwood delivers great value to players.
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Burning Ridge Golf Club
Burning Ridge first opened in 1980, when the Myrtle Beach area was emerging as a prominent golfing destination. In the years since, its combination of quality course conditions and a Myrtle Beach Area Golf Course Owners Association Course of the Year award have only bolstered Burning Ridge’s reputation for providing outstanding play.
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Pearl Golf Links
The Pearl Golf Links is tucked quietly on the banks of the Brunswick coastal marshland in the heart of Calabash, North Carolina, and just a short drive from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Dan Maples masterfully designed The Pearl golf course in 1987, framing the course with the natural beauty of the woods and marshes of the Calabash River. The Pearl golf course challenges golfers at all skill levels while showcasing the spectacular 900-acre marsh surroundings.
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Sea Trail – Willard Byrd Course
What’s behind door number 3? It’s the Willard Byrd Course, arguably the best of the three layouts at Sea Trail Resort. Come play it and see where you’d rank it. You may find it a little challenging, but a lack of forced carries and room to drive the ball make it extremely playable from the white tees.
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Hackler Course
How could a Gene Hamm-designed course get even better? A renovation led by renowned architect Craig Schreiner certainly doesn’t hurt. A state-of-the-art practice facility, exquisite décor and completely remade greens featuring MiniVerde Bermuda grass all contribute to a heightened level of quality at the Hackler Course. But it’s the qualified staff of Coastal Carolina University’s acclaimed PGA Golf Management program that makes the experience truly exceptional.
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Dunes Golf and Beach Club
This Robert Trent Jones, Sr.-designed layout has hosted such prestigious events as the U.S. Women’s Open, the finals of the PGA Tour’s Q-School and six Senior PGA Tour Championships. Visit The Dunes and play where the pros play. Come wrestle with holes 11 through 13, and see for yourself why they’ve earned the name Alligator Alley.
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