Compare Hilton Head Island and nearby Lowcountry courses, understand playing access, and connect with official booking providers. Plan your lodging around the golf your group wants to play.
52
courses covered
10
golf communities
Spring–fall
popular travel seasons
Golf communities
Ten communities, 52 courses, and three access types — public, semi-private, and private. Use the guides to find the right fit for your group.
Public3 coursesHome to Harbour Town Golf Links — host of the RBC Heritage — and two additional resort courses. The island's most iconic golf destination.
Harbour Town Golf Links — Pete Dye & Jack Nicklaus, 1969
Public3 coursesThree distinct resort courses — oceanfront, lagoon, and championship — all open to the public. One of the island's most accessible multi-course destinations.
Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront — ocean views, 1969
Public2 coursesTwo resort courses — Barony and Robber's Row — open to the public. Barony is a classic George Cobb design; Robber's Row was redesigned by Pete Dye.
Barony Course — George Cobb, 1964
Public3 coursesThree 9-hole courses — Galleon, Brigantine, and Clipper — played in 18-hole combinations. Open to the public with a relaxed resort atmosphere.
Three 9-hole courses — play any 18-hole combination
Semi-Private2 coursesTwo semi-private courses — Arthur Hills and Robert Cupp — open to public play. The Arthur Hills layout is known for elevation changes uncommon in the Lowcountry.
Arthur Hills Course — rolling terrain, elevation changes
Semi-Private3 coursesA large residential community on the north end of the island. Oyster Reef and Dolphin Head are open to public play; the Country Club of Hilton Head is private.
Oyster Reef — Rees Jones, marsh views
Mixed2 coursesA gated north-island community with two Nicklaus-designed courses. Golden Bear Golf Club is semi-private and open to public play; The Golf Club at Indigo Run is private, for members and guests only.
Two Nicklaus designs — one public, one private
Private1 coursePete Dye's Long Cove Club is widely regarded as one of the finest private courses in the Southeast. Dramatic green complexes and strategic bunkering throughout.
Long Cove Club — Pete Dye, 1981
Private1 courseA private mid-island community centered on a harbor and marina. Wexford Golf Club is an Arnold Palmer Signature Design with water in play on multiple holes.
Wexford Golf Club — Arnold Palmer Signature Design
Private1 courseA private north-island community with a single 9-hole course. Access is reserved for members and their guests.
Spanish Wells Club — private north-island layout
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How it works
Every round on Hilton Head starts with knowing which community fits your group — access type, budget, and tee-time availability all vary by community.
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Use the course guides to compare layouts, access types, and designer pedigree. The comparison table lets you filter by community, access, and difficulty.
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Public and semi-private courses are bookable by anyone. Private clubs require a member invitation or resort guest status. Every course guide explains the access policy.
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Every course guide links directly to the official booking page or club contact. This site does not sell tee times — we connect you to the source.
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Lodging and golf are booked separately. Choose a rental base that puts your group close to your anchor round. The Plan Your Golf Stay section matches communities to Hilton Head Rentals inventory.
The field guide
Access types matter
Hilton Head courses fall into three categories: public/resort (bookable by anyone), semi-private (public tee times with member priority), and private (members and sponsored guests only). Know which type you're targeting before you plan.
Aerification windows
Most courses aerify greens in late summer — typically August through early October. Greens play slower and with more bounce during recovery. Check the seasonal conditions page before booking a fall trip.
Book direct
For resort and semi-private courses, book directly through the course or resort website. Third-party booking platforms may not reflect current availability or rates.
When to visit
Weather, course availability, and rates shift significantly across the year. Spring is peak season for demand and conditions; fall brings fewer crowds and comfortable temperatures.
Rate guidanceGreen fees vary by course, date, and tee time. Check official booking pages for current pricing — rates change frequently and are not published here.
Check current conditions
Peak season
March – May & October – November
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Use the course guides to compare options, then connect with official booking providers and lodging partners to confirm your itinerary.
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