Destination
Hilton Head is another of the islands close to the mainland of the state of South Carolina and facing the Atlantic Ocean. Commonly referred to as 'the Hamptons of the South,' this region is an exclusive enclave where some celebrities reside, boasting luxurious residences and high-end gated communities.
Clear sandy beaches, walking trails to explore the entire island on foot, and a considerable total of 26 golf courses spread across its expanse
Golf
Harbour Town Golf Links
Harbor Town Golf Links is a spectacular course designed by Pete Dye and Jack Nicklaus, and annually hosts the RBC Heritage in the week following the Masters. In 2010 Golf Digest ranked it as the #13 course in the USA and the tour players chose it as the 2nd best course on Tour. This design, which inspired the creation of TPC Sawgrass, is located within the Sea Pines Resort, on the island of Hilton Head, and is characterized by requiring great precision due to its narrow fairways, intimidating bunkers, and crossed hazards
Heron Point by Pete Dye
- Also a Pete Dye design that was rebuilt in 2007. It has a maximum length of 7,035 yards, but each hole has seven tee-offs for different levels of play. There is a good distribution of long and short holes, and many of them pose risk-reward situations.
Hilton Head National Golf Club
Hilton Head National Golf Club has earned a reputation as one of the best public courses in the area. This course was a collaboration between Gary Player and Bobby Weed, with each designing 9 holes. The course features large greens with pronounced undulations. It's a challenging course, but not overly penalizing
Arthur Hills Golf Course at Palmetto Dunes
Arthur Hills made the most of the spectacular coastal beauty of the area when designing this award-winning course at Palmetto Dunes. Hidden within the tranquil Leamington area, this course, made for the imaginative player, meanders through dunes, narrow fairways, numerous water hazards, and large palmetto trees. Above all, this course emphasizes precision and good decision-making over distance throughout the round, with very clever and challenging holes.
Other recommended golf courses
In addition to the courses at these two resorts, Hilton Head also offers others such as Oyster Reef, May River, among others
Accommodation
Wegolf offers accommodations, villas, and homes within the two most renowned resorts: Sea Pines and Palmetto Dunes. Allowing you to enjoy without worries
Other things to do
In Harbor Town we can find decoration boutiques, unique art galleries, a shopping mall with renowned brands and exceptional jewelers. Recreational water activities are the hallmark of this town. Among them are group or private fishing trips, kayak or boat tours, parasailing, stand-up paddle and water ski.
Its beaches, natural landscapes, and native wildlife allow for both relaxation and a variety of activities. In its waters, visitors can enjoy parasailing, jet skiing, kayaking, or sunset cruises. Pedestrian tours focusing on the site's history, a visit to the Maritime Discovery Museum, or the famous Harbour Town lighthouse are also popular choices
Planning
Time to book
While not much advance notice is required, to secure good accommodation and availability on the golf courses, the earlier you book, the greater availability you'll find
When to travel
The best time to travel to South Carolina is between June and September, since they are the mildest months. We recommend booking 60 to 90 days in advance.
How to get there
While there is an airport on Hilton Head Island itself, we recommend taking a flight to the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport, and then ground transportation to the destination (40 minutes)