Bluffton · Public
Old South Golf Links
A Bluffton-area course playing through marsh, forest, and wetlands beside the Intracoastal Waterway.
Designer
Clyde Johnston
Holes / Par
18 holes · Par 72
Yardage
6,968 (championship) / 5,482 (forward)
Opened
1991
Before you play
Everything you need to book
Practical details confirmed for this course. Where information is unavailable, we say so — always verify current rates and policies directly with the course.
Confirm access requirements directly with the course.
Tee times available up to 30 days in advance online or by phone.
Public rates — confirm directly.
Twilight rates available — confirm times and pricing with the course.
Cart is optional and available at an additional fee. Walking is permitted and popular given the scenic marsh routing. Walking is permitted.
No caddie service offered at Old South Golf Links.
Rental sets available through the pro shop — confirm current rates when booking.
No gate fee — Old South Golf Links is a standalone public facility with direct access off Buckingham Plantation Drive.
Cancellation terms vary by course and season. Confirm the current policy on the official course website before booking.
Practice facility available.
Signature
What makes this course memorable
The holes that play directly alongside the Intracoastal Waterway — some of the most dramatic marsh and water views available on a public-access course in the area.
Difficulty
Who this course suits
The natural wetlands and Intracoastal Waterway setting create a visually dramatic round, with water and marsh in play on several holes. A fair test for all skill levels.
Best for
- Golfers who want dramatic water views
- Mid-handicap players
- Value-conscious visitors
Not ideal for
- Players who struggle with water hazards
Course details
Rates, facilities & policies
Green fees
Public rates — confirm directly.
Dress code
Collared shirts required.
Cart
Cart is optional and available at an additional fee. Walking is permitted and popular given the scenic marsh routing.
Rental clubs
Rental sets available through the pro shop — confirm current rates when booking.
Walking
Permitted
Twilight rates
Available — confirm with course
Caddies
No caddie service offered at Old South Golf Links.
Practice area
Practice facility available.
Booking & access
Gate access & tee-time windows
Gate access
No gate fee — Old South Golf Links is a standalone public facility with direct access off Buckingham Plantation Drive.
Booking window(up to 30 days out)
Tee times available up to 30 days in advance online or by phone.
Planning
Seasonal notes & aerification
Seasonal timing
Spring and fall are ideal; the marsh setting is particularly scenic in autumn.
Aerification
Greens typically aerified in late summer.
Hole-by-hole
Scorecard
Old South Golf Links — Scorecard
golfhiltonhead.com
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Yards | 395 | 530 | 405 | 190 | 420 | 395 | 180 | 540 | 375 | 3,430 | 400 | 545 | 185 | 410 | 380 | 170 | 415 | 550 | 483 | 3,538 | 6,968 |
| Hdcp | 11 | 5 | 7 | 15 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 3 | 13 | 2 | 4 | 16 | 6 | 10 | 18 | 8 | 12 | 14 |
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