Hilton Head Island has been one of the premier golf destinations in the world since 1962. The island has an unmatched variety of public and private greens, with over 26 championship courses. Premier names like Heron Point, Atlantic Dunes, and more elevate Hilton Head to legendary status among golf enthusiasts. However, one course stands above the rest: Harbour Town Golf Links.
Iconic lighthouse backdrop and challenging design? This course is a must-play for any golfer visiting Hilton Head. Let’s explore why Harbour Town Golf Links is truly a golfer’s dream!
PGA Tour and RBC Heritage Celebrated Golf Course
Harbour Town Golf Links, located at 11 Lighthouse Lane, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, was designed by the iconic Pete Dye with input from Jack Nicklaus. This resort course is as challenging as it is picturesque, stretching over 7,000 yards with a slope rating of 148, a par of 71, and a course rating of 75.6.
Harbour Town is celebrated as a PGA Tour venue and the home of the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. Golfers worldwide tune in to watch pros tackle its tight fairways, small greens, and strategic hazards. Playing here means walking the same fairways as some of golf’s greatest legends — an experience you cannot always find on other courses!
While on the island, you can visit the Pete Dye Room in the Harbour Town Clubhouse to learn more about the life and work of the modern era’s course designer. What better way to fall in love with golf than seeing the passion that went into creating a masterpiece like Harbour Town Golf Links for yourself?
First-Rate Golf Packages and Instruction for Every Kind of Golfer
Harbour Town Golf Links offers golf packages that elevate your visit. You can go for the Junior Golf Special, Inn Golf Package, Villa Golf Package, or Group Outings; the course makes it easy for families, friends, or corporate groups to enjoy the sport together! Each package is thoughtfully crafted to provide value, including accommodations, green fees, and other perks.
For those serious about improving their game, there are individual lessons, resort schools, daily clinics, and more at Harbour Town Golf Links. Here are some specialized programs that ensure you leave not just with fond memories but also with a better swing and sharper strategy.
Club Fitting
The Golf Learning Center staff is ready for club fitting sessions that promise precision, fun, and game-changing results! They use state-of-the-art radar launch monitors to let you test equipment and receive precise measurements.
Mental Coaching
If you want your love for golf to keep growing, Harbour Town Golf Links is the perfect place to be. Renowned expert Matt Cuccaro leads the Golf Learning Center Performance Program, presenting a modern approach to mental and emotional excellence within and beyond the golf environment.
Women’s Golf Instruction With Julie Cole
Another thing that makes Harbour Town Golf Links a favorite among its visitors is its empowering environment. Julie Cole, a seasoned golf professional and passionate advocate for women in the sport, leads a program that focuses on developing women’s golfing skills.
In summary, Harbour Town Golf Links makes you see golfing not just as a sport but as a compelling venture for all ages, genders, and skill levels. Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned pro, the course is a place to bring out the best in everyone!
Comprehensive Golf Services
Harbour Town Golf Links is a full-service golfing destination. Need gear? You’ll find professional-grade rental clubs and carts. Want to enhance your round? Have a forecaddie or caddie who can guide you through the nuances of the course and provide valuable insights! These services add a layer of expertise and ease that makes your day on the greens even more pleasurable.
The staff is always ready to make your visit seamless. From giving advice on your game to recommendations for local dining, they go the extra mile to provide a first-class adventure.
A Legacy of Excellence
The course’s location, the Sea Pines Resort, has been honored with prestigious awards and designations, including Golf Digest’s Editors’ Choice Awards for the Best Golf Resorts in the Carolinas and Golf Magazine’s Platinum status in GOLF’s Premier Resorts list. The course itself also proudly holds the following distinctions:
- Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary
- South Carolina Golf Course Ratings Panel’s “Best Classic Golf Courses in South Carolina” in 2024
- Rank 21 among Golfweek’s Best 2023: Top 200 resort courses in the U.S.
- Rank 63 in GOLF Magazine’s “Top 100 Courses in the U.S.” 2022-23
- Rank 21 among Golfweek’s Best 2022: Top 200 resort courses in the U.S.
- Rank 22 in Golfweek’s The Top 100 Best Courses You Can Play in the U.S. in 2020
- Golfweek’s Second Best Golf Courses in South Carolina in 2020
- The Best 2019 South Carolina Golf Course Ratings
- GolfAdvisor’s “Best of 2018: South Carolina” course
- Rank 13 among Golfweek’s “Best Tour Courses 2018”
- Second among Golfweek’s Best Courses You Can Play, 2018: South Carolina
- Rank 9 in GOLF Magazine’s 2016-17 “Top 100 Courses You Can Play” in the U.S.
- Rank 13 among Golfweek’s “Best Resort Courses 2016”
- One of Golf Digest’s “The Best 18 Holes in the World” 2015
- Rank 13 among Golf Digest’s “Top 50 Public Courses in the U.S.” for 2015
- South Carolina’s Best Golf Course of 2015 by World Golf Awards
When people say that Harbour Town Golf Links guarantees exceptional golfing experiences, they mean it. The above accolades and recognitions the course has received over the years testify to its exceptional quality and reputation in the golfing world.
Discover a Golfer’s Paradise With Beachside Hilton Head!
From the PGA Tour and RBC Heritage pedigree to its impeccable services and instruction, every aspect of Harbour Town makes it a golfer’s paradise. When you combine this world-class course with the charm of Hilton Head Island’s beaches, dining, and accommodations, you have a vacation like no other!
At Beachside Hilton Head, we have Sea Pines vacation rentals that keep you close to the course and allow you to relish everything the island is home to. Harbour Town Golf Links is waiting; book your stay and come master the greens.
