Bluffton & greater Hilton Head area
Just across the bridge from Hilton Head Island, Bluffton and the surrounding Lowcountry are home to some of the most acclaimed private golf communities in the Southeast — plus a strong lineup of public and semi-private courses for visiting golfers.
← Back to Hilton Head Golf CommunitiesBluffton's public and semi-private courses offer outstanding value and easy access for visiting golfers. From Arnold Palmer designs to budget-friendly daily-fee tracks, these courses round out any Hilton Head golf trip.
Hilton Head National · Old South · Crescent Pointe · Island West · Pinecrest
5 public courses
A diverse mix of daily-fee tracks ranging from Arnold Palmer's Crescent Pointe to the budget-friendly Pinecrest Golf Club. Old South Golf Links is a standout for its tidal marsh scenery, while Island West offers solid value with a Fuzzy Zoeller design.
Open to the public — no membership required. Tee times bookable online or by phone.
Eagle's Pointe Golf Club · Rose Hill Golf Club
2 semi-private courses
Eagle's Pointe features a Davis Love III design winding through natural wetlands and hardwood forests. Rose Hill Golf Club offers a relaxed semi-private atmosphere with a classic Lowcountry layout at accessible green fees.
Semi-private — open to the public with tee time reservations. Members receive preferred access and rates.
The Bluffton corridor is anchored by a collection of world-class private clubs — many designed by Pete Dye, Tom Fazio, and Jack Nicklaus. Access requires membership or a sponsored guest invitation, but the courses rank among the finest in South Carolina.
Belfair East Course · Belfair West Course
2 private Tom Fazio courses
Twin Tom Fazio masterpieces set among ancient oaks and tidal marshes. Belfair is consistently ranked among the top private clubs in South Carolina, with both courses offering dramatic elevation changes and pristine conditioning.
Private — member and sponsored guest access only.
Berkeley Hall North Course · Berkeley Hall South Course
2 private Tom Fazio courses
Another Fazio showcase, Berkeley Hall's two courses play through dense hardwood forest and wetlands. The North Course is longer and more demanding; the South Course rewards strategic play with its intricate bunkering.
Private — member and sponsored guest access only.
Pete Dye Course · Jack Nicklaus Course · Borland Par-3 Course
3 private courses (36 holes + par-3)
One of the most prestigious private clubs in the Lowcountry, Colleton River offers a Pete Dye course, a Jack Nicklaus Signature course, and a short-game par-3 layout. The Dye course is widely regarded as one of the best in South Carolina.
Private — member and sponsored guest access only.
Hampton Hall Golf Club
1 private course
A Bob Cupp design known for its challenging layout and impeccable conditioning. Hampton Hall's course winds through a gated residential community with generous fairways and demanding approach shots.
Private — member and sponsored guest access only.
May River Golf Course · Crossroads Course · Anson Point Course
3 private courses (45 holes)
Set within a 20,000-acre Lowcountry preserve, Palmetto Bluff's courses are among the most scenic in the Southeast. The Jack Nicklaus–designed May River course is the centerpiece, with the Crossroads and Anson Point courses offering additional variety.
Private — member and Montage resort guest access only.
Oldfield Golf Club
1 private Greg Norman course
A Greg Norman Signature design set along the Okatie River. Oldfield's course features dramatic water views, generous landing areas, and a classic Lowcountry aesthetic with Spanish moss–draped oaks lining the fairways.
Private — member and sponsored guest access only.
Dogwood Course · Magnolia Course · Palmetto Course
3 private nine-hole courses (27 holes)
Three Tom Fazio nine-hole courses on a private island accessible only by bridge. Callawassie Island offers a secluded, unhurried golf experience with stunning tidal creek and marsh views throughout.
Private — member and sponsored guest access only.
Devil's Elbow North · Devil's Elbow South
2 private nine-hole courses (18 holes)
Two nine-hole layouts — Devil's Elbow North and South — that combine to form a full 18-hole round. Moss Creek is a quiet, residential private club with a loyal membership and well-maintained Lowcountry-style course.
Private — member and sponsored guest access only.
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