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Crystal Coast Course

Country Club of the Crystal Coast

Pine Knoll Shores, NC, USA
stewartverdery
Micah
ENC
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+12
18 holesPar 706,005 yds74.2/131

About this course

Crystal Coast at the Country Club of the Crystal Coast whispers of leisurely days and sun-drenched fairways along the North Carolina coast, a place where golf is enjoyed more than scrutinized. Woven into the landscape of Pine Knoll Shores, the course favors an older, more relaxed style of play, reminiscent of a bygone era when pace was preferred over pure championship pedigree. Originally designed to complement the natural flow of the coastal terrain, the course meanders through maritime forests and alongside subtle water features. While not demanding exceptional length, the design subtly rewards strategic shot placement and thoughtful club selection. Its routing favors those who can work the ball and appreciate the nuanced art of playing to specific positions on the green. The Country Club of the Crystal Coast fosters a convivial atmosphere, a gathering spot where generations have shared stories and celebrated the simple pleasures of life. The club is particularly known for its Friday night seafood buffets, a local institution that draws members together after a day on the links. It’s a course and club where the joy of the game, and the camaraderie it inspires, take precedence.

Rankings

Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.

1953

Best in World

1747

Best in USA

79

Best in NC

Quick facts

Location
Pine Knoll Shores, NC, USA
Access
Public
Year built
1971
Holes
18
Par
70
Length
6,005 yards
Difficulty
74.2/131
Course Vaults score
7.5

Getting there

The journey to Country Club of the Crystal Coast begins at Coastal Carolina Regional Airport in New Bern, a compact gateway just thirty minutes inland, or for those seeking broader connections, Raleigh-Durham International lies roughly two hours northwest. The drive east traces the Neuse River before crossing onto the barrier islands of North Carolina's Central Coast, where Highway 58 threads through maritime forest and salt marsh. As the road narrows into Pine Knoll Shores, the air turns thick with brine and the architecture shifts to weathered cedar and glass, signaling arrival at one of the Crystal Coast's most discreet retreats - a club where the Atlantic hums just beyond the pines.

FAQ

Common questions about Crystal Coast

Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.

Crystal Coast has a Course Vaults score of 7.5 out of 10 based on 17 logged golfers.

Crystal Coast was designed by Maurice Brackett.

Yes. Crystal Coast is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at Crystal Coast is 70.

Crystal Coast plays 6,005 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Crystal Coast is 131.

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