Gary Player's first course in Myrtle Beach is an outstanding one. It's so good that the Myrtle Beach Golf Course Owners Association named it the "2001 Golf Course of the Year." Taking advantage of the natural terrain and exciting vistas, Player designed a course with fun in mind. Blackmoor offers a perfect mix of holes - some with wide-open fairway... More

Upon winning the 2000 SENIOR TOUR Championship at this TPC, Tom Watson said, "The course is beautiful. I recommend it highly to any golfer who wants both an interesting challenge and a quiet walk in nature." Hey, if it's good enough for Tom Watson, it should be good enough you. Tom Fazio did the design work with help from Lanny Wadkins. Not only wi... More

Built on a former rice plantation, Clyde Johnson designed Wachesaw East over gently rolling terrain with wide, heavily wooded fairways. With a hint of Scottish design, accented with freshwater lakes and wetlands, this distinctive course is a unique and enjoyable experience. Five sets of tees provide a challenge for golfers of all abilities.... More

Tim Cate's design at Thistle Golf Club is different from most Myrtle Beach courses. It takes the idea of "testing, yet fair" to another level. Cate's conception is to provide a course that is playable by the high handicapper while still challenging the more experienced golfer. Thistle does this, and more. The course also maintains the distinct feel... More

Situated upon one of the most breathtaking sections of terrain you'll ever see is one of the most magnificent courses you'll ever play, designed by one of the most humble men you'll ever meet. The first time Arnold Palmer gazed out across the Shallotte River he remarked that this site had the potential to be something very special. And what a speci... More

Wide fairways and huge, well-placed greens make this Ron Garl design a must-play for the golfer traveling to Myrtle Beach. The use of natural sand areas and water throughout the course create a memorable round. Wetlands and tall trees add challenge to this 6900-yard layout. Five sets of tees allow each golfer the choice of just how difficult he or ... More

Open for play in 1966, Litchfield was among the initial eight courses built on the Grand Strand. Since then, the course has maintained its original features, including player-friendly greenside pathways for bump-and-run approach shots. Ranked one of the "World's 50 Best" by Conde Nast Traveler, the course also boasts mature, tree-lined fair... More

With water in play on 15 of 18 holes, Tom Jackson's design at River Club will test the accuracy of both your tee and approach shots. This semi-private club is one of the best in the area and the only course on the south end of the Grand Strand to have bent grass greens. Rated 4 1/2 stars by Golf Digest's "Best Places to Play," River Club is ... More

Beautiful natural vegetation and pristine woodlands of the Carolina Low Country border this Mike Stranz design. Stranz modeled the course on the characteristics of Pine Valley and Pinehurst #2 while keeping a natural feel to the course. Impressive carries over water, undulating greens, wide fairways, elevation changes, and large waste bunkers add t... More

Ranked #3 among South Carolina's Public Access Courses in 2009 by Golfweek and included on Golf Digest's "America's 100 Greatest Public Courses," this Mike Strantz layout was built on the site of an old colonial rice plantation. The design is highlighted by huge live oaks, pristine lakes, and sweeping views as it winds along marsh... More