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The Bluff Course

The Bluff Golf Links

Pinebluff, NC, USA
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18 holesPar 716,583 yds71.8/127

About this course

The Bluff Golf Links occupies sandy terrain in Pinebluff, North Carolina, a region in the state's Sandhills known for its natural drainage and rolling topography. Designed by Frank Hicks and Russell Breeden, the course takes advantage of the area's characteristic pine forests and native grasses. The Sandhills corridor, which includes nearby Pinehurst and Southern Pines, has long been recognized for golf-friendly soils that allow year-round play and firm playing conditions. The routing works through varied elevation changes and incorporates the natural contours of the property. Players encounter a mix of hole types that require strategic positioning off the tee and approach shots that must account for green complexes shaped by the land's movement. The sandy subsoil provides the kind of turf conditions that reward ground game options and creative shot-making around the greens. The Bluff operates as a semi-private facility, offering both member and public access. Its location in Moore County places it within a concentrated golf destination area, though it maintains a quieter profile compared to the historic resort courses that anchor the region. The course appeals to golfers seeking the Sandhills experience in a less formal setting, with an emphasis on walkable golf and straightforward design that respects the natural landscape rather than imposing heavily manufactured features.

Quick facts

Location
Pinebluff, NC, USA
Access
Public
Year built
1971
Holes
18
Par
71
Length
6,583 yards
Difficulty
71.8/127

Getting there

The journey to The Bluff Golf Links begins at Raleigh-Durham International Airport, roughly ninety minutes north, or for those seeking a more discreet arrival, Moore County Airport provides private access just twenty minutes away in Southern Pines. The drive south from RDU traces a gradual descent into the longleaf pine country of the Sandhills, where the landscape opens into rolling terrain and the air takes on the dry, resinous quality unique to this ancient ecosystem. As you approach Pinebluff, the roads narrow and quiet, eventually revealing The Bluff's understated entrance - a fitting threshold to one of the region's most thoughtfully crafted modern links.

FAQ

Common questions about The Bluff

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

The Bluff was designed by Frank Hicks and Russell Breeden.

Yes. The Bluff is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at The Bluff is 71.

The Bluff plays 6,583 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at The Bluff is 127.

The Bluff is a 18-hole course.

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