Carolina Pines Golf & Country Club sits in New Bern, a historic coastal town in eastern North Carolina where the Neuse and Trent rivers meet. The course was designed by Ron Borsett, a North Carolina-based architect who has worked on several courses throughout the state and region. The design reflects the characteristic topography of the coastal plain, where relatively flat terrain is punctuated by stands of longleaf and loblolly pines, natural wetlands, and sandy soil conditions common to the area. The routing takes advantage of the native pine forest setting, with tree-lined fairways that require accuracy off the tee while offering playability for a range of skill levels. Water features come into play on several holes, typical of courses built in this low-lying coastal region where natural drainage patterns and wetland preservation shape the design. The layout incorporates the sandy, well-draining soil that characterizes eastern North Carolina golf, allowing for year-round play in a climate that supports an extended season. Carolina Pines serves as a semi-private facility, welcoming both members and daily-fee players. The club provides a traditional country club experience in a region known for its colonial history and maritime heritage. New Bern's position along the Inner Banks makes the course accessible to both local residents and visitors exploring the North Carolina coast, offering a straightforward test of golf in a setting defined by the natural pine and wetland landscape of the coastal plain.