Golf on Hilton Head Island and in Bluffton
Hilton Head Island is recognized as one of the top golf destinations in the world, offering championship courses designed by legends like Pete Dye, Robert Trent Jones, and Jack Nicklaus. The island is home to more than 23 courses, including the iconic Harbour Town Golf Links, host of the PGA TOUR’s RBC Heritage. Across Beaufort County, golfers can enjoy nearly 30 public and private courses that blend natural Lowcountry beauty with challenging play. From oceanfront fairways to tree-lined greens, Hilton Head and Beaufort County golf courses deliver an unmatched experience for players of every level.
The Lowcountry Golf Lifestyle
Golf is woven into the lifestyle of the Lowcountry. Every round here comes framed by moss-draped oaks, sparkling lagoons, and ocean breezes that make the game as scenic as it is challenging.
Hilton Head Island is home to more than 26 championship courses created by some of the game’s most celebrated designers, including Pete Dye, Jack Nicklaus, Robert Trent Jones Sr., and Davis Love III. These courses range from public and resort layouts to private club experiences, ensuring there is a setting for every golfer.
Sea Pines Resort
At the heart of the island’s golf scene is Harbour Town Golf Links in Sea Pines Resort. Known for hosting the PGA TOUR’s RBC Heritage since 1969, it offers narrow fairways, strategic greens, and the iconic lighthouse backdrop on the eighteenth hole. Sea Pines also features Atlantic Dunes, a reimagined oceanfront course, and Heron Point, a layout that blends challenge with Lowcountry beauty.
Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort
Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort is another island highlight with three unique courses.
- Robert Trent Jones Course — Showcases sweeping ocean views and a memorable par-five tenth hole.
- George Fazio Course — A par-70 test that rewards accuracy and course management.
- Arthur Hills Course — Features creative routing through natural lagoons and maritime forests.
Other Hilton Head Courses
Other popular island courses include:
- Oyster Reef Golf Club — Famous for its par-three sixth hole overlooking Port Royal Sound.
- Golden Bear Golf Club at Indigo Run — Designed by Jack Nicklaus Sr. and Jr., offering strategic play amid rolling terrain and shaded lagoons.
Bluffton Golf Courses
Across the bridge in Bluffton, golfers will find:
- Hilton Head National Golf Club — Pristine conditions and a layout that blends forgiving fairways with strategic challenges.
- Old South Golf Links — Loved for its natural Lowcountry setting with holes winding through oaks, marshes, and tidal creeks.
- Eagle’s Pointe Golf Club — Designed by Davis Love III, combining wide landing areas with well-protected greens.
- Crescent Pointe Golf Club — An Arnold Palmer Signature design with dramatic bunkering and elevated greens that create a memorable round.
Golf as a Way of Life
Golf in Hilton Head and Bluffton is more than a sport. It is a way to connect with the natural beauty of the Lowcountry, enjoy year-round outdoor living, and experience courses that are as unforgettable as the views that surround them.
