Aberdeen Country Club

Aberdeen Country Club's Highlands and Meadows nines form part of a 27-hole facility in Longs, South Carolina, designed by Tom Jackson. The course sits in the Myrtle Beach area's northern reaches, where residential golf development expanded significantly during the 1990s and early 2000s. Jackson, a regional architect active in the Carolinas during this period, typically worked with the area's characteristic coastal plain terrain—relatively flat land punctuated by wetlands, natural lakes, and stands of pine and hardwood. The Highlands and Meadows combination likely presents contrasting design themes common to multi-nine layouts in this region. The routing would incorporate the natural water features and vegetation corridors typical of South Carolina's lowcountry landscape, with elevation changes modest but strategically used to create visual interest and drainage. Bermuda grass fairways and greens suit the subtropical climate, and the design philosophy of the era emphasized playability for a range of skill levels while maintaining challenge through water hazards and greenside bunkering. Aberdeen functions as a semi-private facility serving both members and daily-fee play, reflecting the Myrtle Beach area's dual identity as both a residential community and a major golf tourism destination. The club's location in Longs places it slightly removed from the Grand Strand's commercial center, offering a quieter setting while remaining accessible to the region's extensive network of courses. The 27-hole configuration provides operational flexibility and variety for regular players.