Private

Sea Pines Course

Sea Pines Country Club

Hilton Head Island, SC, USA
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18 holesPar 726,383 yds71.6/132

About this course

Sea Pines Country Club’s golf course, carved into the Lowcountry landscape of Hilton Head Island, represents a classic, member-focused design rather than a championship venue. This parkland-style course, originally conceived in the late 20th century, presents a player-friendly layout across relatively gentle terrain defined by mature pines and strategically placed water hazards. While lacking the historical pedigree of some of its island neighbors, Sea Pines Country Club has seen thoughtful updates to enhance playability and aesthetics for its membership. It is a course designed to be enjoyed by all skill levels, favoring strategic placement over sheer length. The course offers a fair test where clever approaches and an ability to read the subtle breaks on the greens will result in low scores. The heart of Sea Pines Country Club, however, lies not solely on the course, but within its vibrant community of golfers. Members enjoy a calendar filled with competitive and social events, fostering a convivial atmosphere that extends beyond the 18th green. It's a place where a casual round with friends is as valued as the scorecard, and where the post-round camaraderie, often fueled by the club's renowned seafood buffet, is as integral to the experience as the golf itself.

Rankings

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.

1510

Best in World

1331

Best in USA

53

Best in SC

Quick facts

Location
Hilton Head Island, SC, USA
Access
Private
Year built
1973
Holes
18
Designer
Frank Duane
Par
72
Length
6,383 yards
Difficulty
71.6/132
Course Vaults score
7.8

Getting there

The journey to Sea Pines Country Club begins at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV), a straightforward forty-five-minute drive south through the Low Country landscape, where maritime marshes and live oak canopies gradually announce your arrival on Hilton Head Island. For those traveling by private aircraft, Hilton Head Airport (HHH) sits mere minutes from the club's gates, offering a more discreet entry point into this gated community. The final miles wind through the distinctive ecology of Sea Pines itself - a masterfully planned enclave where Spanish moss drapes overhead and the terrain opens onto the subtle elevation changes that define the club's championship courses, a serene transition that feels less like arrival and more like crossing into a carefully preserved world apart.

FAQ

Common questions about Sea Pines

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

Sea Pines has a Course Vaults score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 31 logged golfers.

Sea Pines was designed by Frank Duane.

Sea Pines is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.

Par at Sea Pines is 72.

Sea Pines plays 6,383 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Sea Pines is 132.

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