7 of the Best Par 4 Holes in Myrtle Beach Golf
Par 3s get a lot of the glory, but par 4s are where courses really show their personality. Here’s a sampling of the most talked-about, most memorable par 4s in the area.
If you've played Myrtle Beach golf, you know The Golf Capital of the World® isn't short on great holes. With more than 80 courses packed into a relatively small stretch of South Carolina coastline, the competition is fierce. Par 3s get a lot of the glory, but par 4s are where courses really show their personality. Here’s a sampling of the most talked-about, most memorable par 4s in the area.
No. 18 at Caledonia Golf & Fish Club — The Most Famous Approach in Myrtle Beach Golf
This is the one everyone agrees on. The 18th at Caledonia plays just 383 yards, so it won't scare you off the tee, but that approach shot is something else. The dogleg right sets up a second shot that carries over water to a green tucked beneath an antebellum-style clubhouse, and how aggressive you are off the tee completely changes the equation. Hug the water on the right and you've got a short wedge in. Bail out left and you're hitting a mid-iron over the same water from a much tougher angle. There are usually people gathered on the clubhouse porch watching, which adds just enough pressure to make your hands sweat. On a Mike Strantz design full of memorable moments, the 18th is the best of them.
No. 9 at TPC Myrtle Beach — Long, Straight, Unforgiving
Most people expect the 18th to be TPC's signature hole, but regulars will tell you the ninth is the one that defines the course. At 471 yards, it's long, it's straight, and there's nowhere to hide. You need two good shots to make par, and the course doesn't hand anything out. Walk off the ninth green with a par and you've earned it.
No. 4 at Tidewater Golf Club — Coastal Beauty with Real Teeth
Tidewater gets a lot of attention for its scenery, but the fourth hole proves there's plenty of substance behind the views. The gentle dogleg left plays 418 yards along Cherry Grove Inlet to a green ringed by six high-faced bunkers that absolutely cannot be ignored. Two quality shots are required; miss either one and those bunkers will remind you. It's consistently mentioned among the best par 4s in Myrtle Beach golf.
No. 18 at King's North — "The Bullseye"
King's North is famous for "The Gambler" par 5, but the closer has its own identity. "The Bullseye" plays 395 yards and features multiple, strategically placed sand bunkers along its left side, which sounds scarier than it is. There's still plenty of fairway to work with, but the further you hit it the tighter the landing zone gets. The green reaches into a lake, and the bunker on the left that leaves you chipping toward the water is one to avoid at all costs. A fitting closer for one of Myrtle Beach's most dramatic courses.
No. 14 at Pine Lakes Country Club — Skyline Views and a Stiff Test
Pine Lakes is the oldest course in Myrtle Beach, and the 14th is one of the main reasons the layout still holds up against far newer competition. At 438 yards the hole plays downhill off the tee before demanding an uphill approach to a green sitting less than 700 yards from the Atlantic Ocean, with the Myrtle Beach skyline framing the whole scene. Pine Lakes has always been known for its demanding par 4s, and this one is the headliner.
No. 4 at the Love Course, Barefoot Resort — The Drivable Stunner
A 294-yard par 4 backstopped by the faux ruins of an old plantation home. Birdie feels within reach for almost everyone, and it is if you're precise. The risk-reward dynamic on the tee shot keeps it interesting for better players, while the scenery makes it one of the most photographed holes in the area. A great short par 4 plays differently depending on how bold you're feeling. This one delivers every time.
No. 9 at Legends Parkland — The Short Par 4 That Plays Like a Puzzle
At 317 yards from the blues, the ninth at Legends Parkland sounds like a breather. It is not. The dogleg right brings water into play for anyone cutting the corner. Six bunkers dot the hole (four in the fairway) and the sandy canyon fronting the green is a penalty, not a bailout. Short par 4s that make you genuinely think are rare. This is a great one.
The Bottom Line
The best Myrtle Beach golf courses build par 4s that make you think, make you nervous, and make you want to come back and figure them out. Whether it's the theatrical finish at Caledonia, the muscle test at TPC, or the strategic puzzle at Legends Parkland, the par 4s in Myrtle Beach are a big part of what makes this one of the best golf destinations in the country.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the most famous par 4 in Myrtle Beach?
Ask around and most golfers will point to No. 18 at Caledonia Golf & Fish Club. It plays just 383 yards, but the approach carries water to a green tucked beneath the antebellum-style clubhouse, usually with a porch full of spectators watching you hit.
- What is the toughest par 4 on this list?
No. 9 at TPC Myrtle Beach gets the nod. At 471 yards, it's long, straight and offers nowhere to hide, so you'll need two quality shots just to give yourself a look at par.
- Are there any drivable par 4s in Myrtle Beach?
Yes. No. 4 on the Love Course at Barefoot Resort plays just 294 yards, putting the green in range for longer hitters who are willing to take on the risk. The faux plantation ruins behind the green make it one of the most photographed holes in the area.
- Which Myrtle Beach par 4s have the best views?
No. 4 at Tidewater Golf Club runs along Cherry Grove Inlet, and No. 14 at Pine Lakes Country Club finishes less than 700 yards from the Atlantic Ocean with the Myrtle Beach skyline in the background. Caledonia's 18th, with its live oaks and clubhouse backdrop, is tough to beat too.
- Do short par 4s in Myrtle Beach play easy?
Not always. No. 9 at Legends Parkland measures just 317 yards from the blues, but water guards the corner of the dogleg, six bunkers dot the hole and a sandy canyon fronts the green. Short doesn't mean simple.
- Can the public play all of these par 4s?
Yes. All seven courses on this list are open to the public, so you can build a Myrtle Beach golf trip around as many of these holes as you'd like. Several pair easily in stay and play packages, too.
- How many golf courses are in Myrtle Beach?
The Myrtle Beach area is home to more than 80 golf courses, which is a big reason it's known as The Golf Capital of the World. That depth means you could play a different memorable par 4 every day of your trip.
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