Mid South Course
Southern Pines, NC, USA




Mid South at Mid South Club embodies the quiet confidence of Southern Pines golf. Carved from the region's signature rolling Sandhills terrain, the course provides a traditional layout. The course unfolds with subtle elevation changes, generous fairways, and strategic bunkering that reward thoughtful approaches, however, stray off the fairway and pine straw will await. This isn't a brute, but a thinking man's course. Originally designed by Arnold Palmer, the course reflects his characteristic blend of playability and challenge. Mid South requires more than just distance; golfers are tested with sloping greens and hazards that call for creativity and precision. No major championships have graced these fairways, but Mid South's reputation rests instead on providing a consistently enjoyable and engaging experience for its members and guests. The club itself fosters a warm and understated atmosphere. Its a popular social club for the local community. This extends to the clubhouse where a well-known fried chicken dish has been known to bring a smile to the faces of members and guests alike as they recount their days on the course. This sense of community solidifies Mid South's quiet, local charm.
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
Unranked
Best in USA
Unranked
Best in NC
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7.7
77 players
Mid South is a solid add to the pantheon of Pinehurst Sandhills courses; a fun, picturesque Arnold Palmer design that is the “private” option of the Talamore courses. Excellent closing stretches on each nines mixed with some unmemorable holes & strong Par-3s. No drinking water!!
Great Country club. Well maintained course and awesome staff.
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FAQ
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Mid South has a Course Vaults score of 7.7 out of 10 based on 39 explicit golfer ratings.
Mid South was designed by Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay.
Mid South is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Mid South is 71.
Mid South plays 7,003 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Mid South is 144.