
The Dye Course
Barefoot Resort and Golf


About this course
The Dye Course at Barefoot Resort, carved from the Carolina coastal landscape, is Pete Dye at his most unapologetically penal. A modern design that embraces the spirit of risk-reward, its wide fairways belie the trouble lurking just off the manicured turf β undulating waste bunkers, strategically placed water hazards, and Dye's signature railroad ties framing greens that demand precision. A course that can both thrill and humble, its length favors the long hitter, but its subtle complexities require strategic thinking and a deft touch around the greens. While not steeped in tournament lore, the Dye Course remains a popular stop for amateur competitions and those seeking a stern but fair test of their golfing mettle in the Myrtle Beach area. Its rugged aesthetic, a deliberate departure from the manicured parkland courses more common in the region, offers a unique experience that distinguishes it from its neighbors. The Dye Course offers a distinctly modern take, and is not the first golf course that comes to mind when discussing iconic or monumental golf courses, its unapologetic sternness and distinctive Dye hallmarks attracts those seeking a unique challenge.
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.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in SC
Quick facts
- Location
- North Myrtle Beach, SC, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 2000
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Pete Dye
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 7,343 yards
- Difficulty
- 76/146
- Course Vaults score
- 7.8
Getting there
Most arrivals to Barefoot Resort and Golf begin at Myrtle Beach International Airport, a swift twenty-minute drive north along Highway 17 through the bustling heart of the Grand Strand. The route transitions from commercial sprawl to quieter stretches of coastal Carolina, where glimpses of tidal creeks and salt marsh hint at the Intracoastal Waterway just beyond. As you turn west into the resort's entrance, the noise of the beach highway falls away, replaced by wide fairways, shimmering lakes, and the unmistakable silhouette of four signature championship layouts waiting beneath the Lowcountry sky.

FAQ
Common questions about The Dye at Barefoot Resort and Golf
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
The Dye at Barefoot Resort and Golf has a Course Vaults score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 118 logged golfers.
The Dye was designed by Pete Dye.
Yes. The Dye at Barefoot Resort and Golf is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at The Dye is 72.
The Dye plays 7,343 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at The Dye is 146.






