Course comparison

Compare all 52 Hilton Head Island and Lowcountry golf courses before you book.

Every course on the island and in Bluffton — resort, semi-private, private, and public — in one table. 26 Hilton Head Island courses plus 26 Bluffton, Hardeeville, and surrounding Lowcountry layouts. Choose the community and course character that fits your group.

Best for: A signature round and resort atmosphere

Sea Pines

Harbour Town, Atlantic Dunes, Heron Point

Precision-minded golf with a south-island marina and resort setting. Home of the RBC Heritage.

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Best for: A varied multi-round resort rotation

Palmetto Dunes

Robert Trent Jones, Arthur Hills, George Fazio

Three established designs in one mid-island community. All open to resort guests and the public.

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Best for: Classic north-island golf

Port Royal

Barony, Robber's Row

Two 18-hole courses with mature trees, traditional resort golf, and a quieter north-island base.

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Best for: Central convenience and flexibility

Shipyard

Galleon, Brigantine, Clipper

Three nine-hole courses (combined into 18-hole rounds) near beach time and central island dining.

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Best for: Semi-private access without a membership

Hilton Head Plantation

Oyster Reef, Dolphin Head, Bear Creek

Three semi-private courses open to public play on the north end of the island. Oyster Reef and Dolphin Head are the most visited.

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Best for: Public-access variety near the island

Bluffton / Lowcountry

Hilton Head National, Old South Golf Links, Crescent Pointe

Three public-access courses on the mainland, a short drive from Hilton Head. All three are worth adding to a multi-day trip.

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Course-by-course breakdown

All 52 courses, side by side.

Every Hilton Head area course — resort, semi-private, private, Bluffton, and Hardeeville — in one filterable table. Filter by access type, location, or beginner suitability. Click any course name for the full guide. Confirm current rates, tee availability, and guest-access requirements directly with each course before booking.

Access:Location:

Showing 52 of 52 courses.

CourseCommunityLocationAccessHolesParDifficultyPractice areaRental clubsBeginner-friendlyBook / Info
Belfair East CourseBelfairBluffton / MainlandMembers & guests only1872ChallengingInfo
Belfair West CourseBelfairBluffton / MainlandMembers & guests only1872ChallengingInfo
Berkeley Hall North CourseBerkeley HallBluffton / MainlandMembers & guests only1872ChallengingInfo
Berkeley Hall South CourseBerkeley HallBluffton / MainlandMembers & guests only1872ChallengingInfo
Hilton Head National Golf ClubBlufftonBluffton / MainlandPublic1872ModerateBook
Old South Golf LinksBlufftonBluffton / MainlandPublic1872ModerateBook
Crescent Pointe Golf ClubBlufftonBluffton / MainlandPublic1871ModerateBook
Eagle's Pointe Golf ClubBlufftonBluffton / MainlandSemi-private1871ModerateBook
Island West Golf ClubBlufftonBluffton / MainlandPublic1872ModerateBook
Pinecrest Golf ClubBlufftonBluffton / MainlandPublic1872ModerateBook
Rose Hill Golf ClubBlufftonBluffton / MainlandSemi-private1872ModerateBook
Callawassie Island — Dogwood Course(9-hole)Callawassie IslandBluffton / MainlandMembers & guests only936ModerateInfo
Callawassie Island — Magnolia Course(9-hole)Callawassie IslandBluffton / MainlandMembers & guests only936ModerateInfo
Callawassie Island — Palmetto Course(9-hole)Callawassie IslandBluffton / MainlandMembers & guests only936ModerateInfo
Chechessee Creek ClubChechesseeHardeeville / OkatieMembers & guests only1872Moderately ChallengingMembers only
Colleton River — Pete Dye CourseColleton RiverHardeeville / OkatieMembers & guests only1872ChallengingInfo
Colleton River — Jack Nicklaus CourseColleton RiverHardeeville / OkatieMembers & guests only1872ChallengingInfo
Colleton River — Borland Par-3 Course(9-hole)Colleton RiverHardeeville / OkatieMembers & guests only927ModerateInfo
Hampton Hall Golf ClubHampton HallBluffton / MainlandMembers & guests only1872ChallengingInfo
Argent Lakes Golf CourseHardeevilleHardeeville / OkatiePublic1872ModerateBook
The Golf Club at Hilton Head LakesHardeevilleHardeeville / OkatieSemi-private1872ChallengingBook
Oyster Reef Golf ClubHilton Head PlantationHilton Head IslandSemi-private1872ChallengingBook
Dolphin Head Golf ClubHilton Head PlantationHilton Head IslandSemi-private1872ModerateBook
Country Club of Hilton HeadHilton Head PlantationHilton Head IslandSemi-private1872ModerateInfo
Golden Bear Golf ClubIndigo RunHilton Head IslandSemi-private1872ModerateBook
The Golf Club at Indigo RunIndigo RunHilton Head IslandMembers & guests only1872ChallengingInfo
Long Cove ClubLong CoveHilton Head IslandMembers & guests only1871ChallengingInfo
Moss Creek — Devil's Elbow NorthMoss CreekBluffton / MainlandMembers & guests only1872ModerateInfo
Moss Creek — Devil's Elbow SouthMoss CreekBluffton / MainlandMembers & guests only1872ModerateInfo
Bear Creek Golf ClubNorth IslandHilton Head IslandSemi-private1872ModerateBook
Oldfield Golf ClubOldfieldHardeeville / OkatieMembers & guests only1872ChallengingInfo
May River Golf Course at Palmetto BluffPalmetto BluffBluffton / MainlandMembers & guests only1872ChallengingInfo
Crossroads Course at Palmetto Bluff(9-hole)Palmetto BluffBluffton / MainlandMembers & guests only936ChallengingInfo
Anson Point Course at Palmetto BluffPalmetto BluffBluffton / MainlandMembers & guests only1872ChallengingInfo
Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront CoursePalmetto DunesHilton Head IslandResort / Public1872ModerateBook
Arthur Hills CoursePalmetto DunesHilton Head IslandResort / Public1872Moderately ChallengingBook
George Fazio CoursePalmetto DunesHilton Head IslandResort / Public1870ChallengingBook
Arthur Hills at Palmetto HallPalmetto HallHilton Head IslandSemi-private1872Moderately ChallengingBook
Robert Cupp Course at Palmetto HallPalmetto HallHilton Head IslandSemi-private1872ChallengingBook
Barony CoursePort RoyalHilton Head IslandResort / Public1872ModerateBook
Robber's Row CoursePort RoyalHilton Head IslandResort / Public1872Moderately ChallengingBook
Harbour Town Golf LinksSea PinesHilton Head IslandResort / Public1871ChallengingBook
Atlantic Dunes by Davis Love IIISea PinesHilton Head IslandResort / Public1872ModerateBook
Heron Point by Pete DyeSea PinesHilton Head IslandResort / Public1872Moderately ChallengingBook
Sea Pines Country ClubSea PinesHilton Head IslandMembers & guests only1872ModerateInfo
Galleon Course(9-hole)ShipyardHilton Head IslandResort / Public936ModerateBook
Brigantine Course(9-hole)ShipyardHilton Head IslandResort / Public936ModerateBook
Clipper Course(9-hole)ShipyardHilton Head IslandResort / Public936Moderately ChallengingBook
Spanish Wells Club(9-hole)Spanish WellsHilton Head IslandMembers & guests only936ModerateMembers only
Hidden Cypress Golf Club (Sun City)Sun City Hilton HeadBluffton / MainlandMembers & guests only1872ModerateInfo
Okatie Creek Golf Club (Sun City)Sun City Hilton HeadBluffton / MainlandMembers & guests only1872ModerateInfo
Wexford Golf ClubWexford PlantationHilton Head IslandMembers & guests only1872ModerateMembers only
Public

Open to any visitor. Book directly or through a tee-time platform.

Resort / Public

Open to outside visitors. Resort guests may receive preferred tee times or rates.

Semi-private

Members get priority; public tee times available. Confirm availability before booking.

Members & guests only

Generally reserved for members and sponsored guests. Some clubs accommodate non-members — confirm directly.

Plan nearby rounds

Where each community sits on the island.

Hilton Head Island's golf communities are spread across roughly 12 miles of island, from Sea Pines at the south end to Hilton Head Plantation and Indigo Run at the north. Grouping consecutive rounds by location reduces driving time and keeps the trip rhythm easy.

  • Sea Pines— South end of the island

    Harbour Town, Atlantic Dunes, Heron Point. Marina, resort dining, and the lighthouse finish.

  • Palmetto Dunes— Mid-island

    Three courses in one community. Easy to build a multi-round stay without leaving the resort.

  • Shipyard— Mid-island, near Coligny Beach

    Three nine-hole courses. Central location makes it easy to pair golf with beach time.

  • Port Royal— North end of the island

    Barony and Robber's Row. Quieter north-island setting, often better availability.

  • Hilton Head Plantation— North end of the island

    Oyster Reef and Dolphin Head are semi-private and open to public play. Bear Creek is also accessible.

  • Bluffton / Lowcountry— Mainland, short drive from the island

    Hilton Head National, Old South Golf Links, Crescent Pointe, Eagle's Pointe, Island West, and more — a mix of public and semi-private courses worth adding to any trip.

Sea Pines and Palmetto Dunes are roughly 5 miles apart. Port Royal and Hilton Head Plantation sit at the north end, about 10 miles from Sea Pines. Shipyard is centrally located between the two. Groups doing rounds across multiple communities should factor in drive time when scheduling early tee times.

Course character is a planning guide, not a promise of conditions or availability. Confirm current course details, tee times, and guest access directly with each facility. Private community courses are listed for reference — access policies vary and should be confirmed directly with each club.