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North Shore Course

North Shore Country Club

Sneads Ferry, NC, USA
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DWeB
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18 holesPar 726,866 yds77.3/140

About this course

North Shore Country Club sits in Sneads Ferry, a small coastal community in Onslow County along North Carolina's Crystal Coast. The course was designed by Bob Moore, a North Carolina-based architect who has worked primarily in the southeastern United States. Sneads Ferry lies near the New River Inlet and Camp Lejeune, giving the area a mix of military presence and traditional fishing village character. The layout takes advantage of the region's low-country topography, with routing that likely incorporates natural wetlands, tidal marshes, and stands of maritime forest typical of this part of the Carolina coast. Courses in this area often feature relatively flat terrain punctuated by water hazards and strategic bunkering, with prevailing winds off the Atlantic adding a variable element to club selection and shot-making. The proximity to the Intracoastal Waterway and surrounding estuaries suggests that several holes may offer views of coastal waterways or marshland. North Shore serves both local residents and the substantial military community stationed nearby. The club provides a traditional member and guest experience in a region where golf operates year-round, though summer heat and humidity are significant factors. The course reflects the straightforward, playable design philosophy common to many Carolina layouts built to serve a broad membership base rather than tournament competition.

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.

3364

Best in World

3124

Best in USA

149

Best in NC

Quick facts

Location
Sneads Ferry, NC, USA
Access
Public
Year built
1988
Holes
18
Designer
Bob Moore
Par
72
Length
6,866 yards
Difficulty
77.3/140
Course Vaults score
6.6

Getting there

The journey to North Shore Country Club begins at Wilmington International Airport, a compact coastal hub roughly thirty minutes south by car. From there, the drive north along Highway 17 traces the edge of North Carolina's marine estuaries and salt marshes, the air growing heavier with brine as you approach the quiet fishing village of Sneads Ferry. The final turn off the main road leads through low-country pines and tidal creeks, delivering you to a secluded enclave where the New River meets the Atlantic - a fitting threshold for one of the region's most discreet coastal retreats.

FAQ

Common questions about North Shore

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

North Shore has a Course Vaults score of 6.6 out of 10 based on 23 logged golfers.

North Shore was designed by Bob Moore.

Yes. North Shore is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at North Shore is 72.

North Shore plays 6,866 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at North Shore is 140.

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