Lotte Sky Hill Country Club - Jeju

The Ocean Course at Lotte Sky Hill Country Club sits on the southern coast of Jeju Island near Seogwipo, designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr. as part of a larger resort development. The course takes advantage of the island's volcanic topography and dramatic coastal setting, with several holes routed along clifftops and elevated positions that provide views across the Pacific. Jones, who has designed numerous courses throughout Asia, worked with Jeju's natural terrain of lava rock formations and native vegetation to create a layout that reflects both the island's geological character and his signature strategic design approach. The routing incorporates elevation changes typical of Jeju's landscape, moving through terrain shaped by ancient volcanic activity. Holes play across and around natural contours, with the coastal sections offering the most distinctive character as fairways and greens are positioned to engage both the topography and prevailing winds from the ocean. The course serves as one of multiple layouts within the Lotte Sky Hill complex, which caters primarily to Korean golfers and resort guests visiting Jeju, a popular domestic tourism destination. Jeju Island has become an increasingly significant golf destination in South Korea over the past two decades, with numerous courses developed to serve both local players and tourists. The Ocean Course represents the style of resort golf that has emerged on the island, combining international design pedigree with the natural drama of Jeju's coastal and volcanic landscapes.