A Guide to Hilton Head's Best Golf Courses

With so many world-class golf courses, Hilton Head Island is the ultimate destination for any fan of the sport. Visit this renowned seaside locale and make sure to add these nine amazing championship links to your must-see list. Each course guarantees an unforgettable experience that captures alluring elements of the beloved Hilton head lifestyle. Come explore this PGA Tour favorite and take a swing at something special!

1. Harbour Town Golf Links

Experience a world-class golfing experience at the iconic Harbour Town Golf Links, located in Sea Pines Resort. Built over 50 years ago with collaboration from architects Jack Nicklaus and Pete Dye, this course is sure to impress. Boasting an exquisite clubhouse, locker room, and restaurant — you can expect nothing short of five-star treatment when playing South Carolina’s only PGA Tour Course.

2. Atlantic Dunes

Atlantic Dunes at Sea Pines Resort is a spectacular addition to this list, thanks to the renovation efforts of Davis Love III. With carefully restored dunes and indigenous plants contributing to its coastal charm, this course’s 15th hole offers one of the most breathtaking views on earth: a stunning seascape overlooking the vastness of the Atlantic Ocean.

3. Heron Point

Pete Dye has crafted a truly thrilling golf experience at Sea Pine Resort with its third course, Heron Point, earning South Carolina's 2015 Golf Course of the Year as a testament. Whether you're an experienced golfer or just starting out this exciting and winding terrain will challenge anyone with its seven sets of tees on each hole, created specifically for all ranges and even junior players. Plus, the alternating wood-and-grass bulkheads add in extra excitement that'll have any player captivated from start to finish.

4. Palmetto Dunes – George Fazio

Located in a picturesque setting with plenty of trees and fairways, the George Fazio Golf Course offers a memorable challenge for long hitters. As you make your way around the winding tracks, don't be fooled by its beauty. Keep an eye out for any lurking lagoons that have already claimed more than a few lost balls.

5. Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course

Hilton Head's Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course is one of the few courses with a view of the sea. On its 10th hole, sweeping fairways and expansive greens must be tackled while taking in awe-inspiring views across Atlantic waters that can whip up at any moment. It’s no wonder this course is such a favorite.

6. Palmetto Hall Plantation Club – Arthur Hills

This timeless golf course is a classic that opened in 1989 and has remained one of the most picturesque layouts around. Meander through natural rolling dunes, be mesmerized by sea breezes while taking in lush saw palmettos, and travel across lagoons surrounded by dark green pine trees and sweeping oaks. Arthur Hills truly is an experience like no other.

7. Hilton Head National Golf Club

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Bluffton, South Carolina when you play golf at this award-winning course. Hilton Head National Golf Club stretches across classic low country terrain, with no homes interrupting your game as you cross over the bridge to Hilton Head Island. A round here is sure to be an unbeatable bargain.

8. Oyster Reef Golf Course

Golfers of all skill levels can explore the breathtaking beauty that is Oyster Reef Golf Course. With a signature par-3 sixth hole atop Port Royal Sound and lush island views around every turn, this course promises an unforgettable experience for any player who enjoys majestic scenery alongside their swing.

9. Golden Bear at Indigo Run

Crafted by the legendary Jack Nicklaus, this public golf course called Golden Bear at Indigo Run is a true marvel. From towering oaks to pristine pines, it winds its way through lush terrain, offering a challenge and serenity in equal measure. With clever water traps that won't overpower your game or leave you feeling defeated among one of the top-rated layouts on Hilton Head Island, players will love testing their strategy and finesse across these immaculate fairways.

Hilton Head Island Golf Courses

With award-winning golf courses, Hilton Head island is a dream come true for the aspiring golfer. Challenge your skills on some of the best public and private fairways in South Carolina — you may even find yourself wanting more. Come explore why this island has become such a paradise with Hilton Head golf courses that attract golfers from around the world.

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