
Bulls Bay Course
Bulls Bay Golf Club


About this course
Bulls Bay, carved into the lowcountry landscape of Awendaw, South Carolina, demands your attention from the first tee. A testament to Mike Strantz's singular vision, this modern links-style course is known for its daring contours, wildly undulating greens, and ever-present coastal breezes. The layout favors the bold player, rewarding strategic risk-taking while punishing indecision with challenging recovery shots from its native grasses. Strantz, who left an indelible mark on courses like Caledonia and True Blue, maximized the dramatic potential of this former hunting preserve. The course unfolds across varied terrain, punctuated by subtle elevation changes and panoramic marsh views, forcing golfers to constantly adapt their strategy. Players often remark on the strategic use of natural hazards and the optical illusions created by the course's unique shaping, making club selection a constant puzzle. While Bulls Bay has yet to host a major professional event, its challenging layout and demanding conditions attract a membership of serious golfers from around the region. The club prides itself on a vibrant, unpretentious atmosphere, where the camaraderie of the game is valued as highly as low scores. Don't be surprised to find members swapping stories around the grill after a round, recounting both triumphs and tribulations on this unforgettable track.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Private column compares member-only and guest-restricted courses.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in SC
Quick facts
- Location
- Awendaw, SC, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 2002
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Mike Strantz
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 7,222 yards
- Difficulty
- 73.1/123
- Course Vaults score
- 8.5
Getting there
Most arrivals to Bulls Bay Golf Club begin at Charleston International Airport, a straightforward forty-minute drive north along Highway 17 into the low-country marshlands of Awendaw. The route trades suburban sprawl for tidal creeks and Spanish moss, the final turn onto Bulls Bay Road marked only by understated signage - a fitting threshold for one of the most deliberately secluded clubs in the American Southeast. Those familiar with the property know to expect little fanfare and no grand entrance, just a quiet arrival among the dunes where Mike Strantz's masterwork awaits those fortunate enough to hold an invitation.

FAQ
Common questions about Bulls Bay
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Bulls Bay has a Course Vaults score of 8.5 out of 10 based on 79 logged golfers.
Bulls Bay was designed by Mike Strantz.
Bulls Bay is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Bulls Bay is 72.
Bulls Bay plays 7,222 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Bulls Bay is 123.





