Harbour Town Golf Links

Hilton Head Island Public

Harbour Town Golf Links is celebrated for its challenging yet rewarding layout, stunning scenery, and rich history in professional golf. The course is known for its unique and challenging design, featuring narrow fairways, small greens, and strategically placed hazards. Pete Dye incorporated elements of traditional Scottish links-style courses into the design, including large waste bunkers and dunes.

11 Lighthouse Ln. 

Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

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Harbour Town Golf Links

The Course

Architects:  Pete Dye and Jack Nicklaus
Built: 1967

Harbour Town Golf Links was meticulously designed by the legendary Pete Dye in collaboration with Jack Nicklaus and is one of the most celebrated golf courses in the United States. This masterpiece, consistently ranked among the top courses in the country, is renowned for hosting the prestigious RBC Heritage golf tournament each year. Since its inaugural event in 1969, the RBC Heritage has become a cherished tradition, drawing over 100,000 spectators annually and featuring top professional golfers from around the world. 

The course itself is a testament to the genius of Dye and Nicklaus, combining strategic design with the natural beauty of Hilton Head Island. Small, sloping greens covered in TifEagle Bermuda grass, strategically placed oaks, pines, and palmetto trees, and a series of diverse bunkers create a visually stunning and technically challenging layout. The first sixteen inland holes, framed by homes but maintaining a secluded feel, require precise shot-making to navigate the tight fairways and well-placed hazards. The course’s bunkers, varying in shape and depth, add another layer of complexity, demanding careful planning and execution.  Harbour Town is a course that requires accuracy above all else, with narrow fairways and small greens that challenge even the most skilled golfers. The design encourages the use of a wide range of clubs, from wedges to long irons, depending on the hole, making each round a unique test of a golfer’s abilities. The four tee boxes, ranging from 5,047 to 6,681 yards, accommodate players of all skill levels, though the course's true test lies in the precision required on every shot.

Approach shots at Harbour Town can vary from straightforward to extremely challenging, depending on the accuracy of the preceding tee shot. Fairway bunkers, deepened for added challenge, and tree-lined areas often require golfers to make strategic decisions, whether to play conservatively or attempt a risky recovery shot.  Harbour Town Golf Links is a course that emphasizes precision shot-making and strategic thinking. Its design challenges golfers to navigate trouble effectively, making it a true test of shot-making prowess. A round at Harbour Town is an unforgettable experience, leaving a lasting impression on those fortunate enough to play this exceptional course.

The practice facilities at Harbour Town Golf Links are on par with its PGA Tour hosting capabilities, offering a comprehensive practice area just steps from the first tee. The large putting green, short game area, and well-designed driving range cater to the demands of the course, with the practice green mirroring the speed of the actual greens. The short game area is particularly challenging, with small targets that test a player’s precision. While the driving range may not be extensive, it offers numerous target greens that help sharpen shot-making skills.

The overall experience at Harbour Town is enhanced by the exceptional customer service and amenities at Sea Pines Resort. The expansive clubhouse features a pro shop stocked with merchandise bearing the iconic lighthouse logo, and the Pete Dye Room offers insights into the course's history and design. Mandatory caddies provide invaluable local knowledge, enhancing the round, whether walking or using a cart with a forecaddie. The combination of world-class golf, stunning scenery, and top-notch service makes Harbour Town Golf Links a must-play destination for any serious golfer.

Signature Hole:

  • Hole 18: This iconic hole demands a precise tee shot aimed toward the famous lighthouse, set against the backdrop of the Calibogue Sound. The strategic design of this finishing hole encapsulates the essence of Harbour Town, where golfers must navigate tight fairways and contend with overhanging trees, all while facing the pressure of the closing stretch

  • Par Number

71

  • Yards

7,099

  • Slope

148

  • Rating

75.6

Harbour Town Golf Links at Sea Pines

The Community

Sea Pines is a sprawling 5,000-acre expanse, enveloped by the Atlantic Ocean and the serene Calibogue Sound. With amenities you’d expect from a world-class resort, Sea Pines invites you to partake in family-friendly escapades amidst miles of unspoiled beaches, tranquil lagoons, saltwater marshes, meandering tidal creeks, and the Sea Pines Forest Preserve.  At the esteemed Sea Pines Beach Club, you’ll discover an inviting beachside ambiance, where a variety of dining options await. Immerse yourself in the coastal charm as you relish an oceanfront dining experience, savor libations at a rooftop bar, or unwind at the beach bar, offering convenient walk-up service. The resort’s culinary offerings promise an exceptional Lowcountry dining experience. Innovative menus inspired by the vibrant South Carolina culinary scene are thoughtfully paired with a selection of fine wines and inventive cocktails. Set against captivating backdrops overlooking the ocean and lush golf course fairways, the dining rooms and patios offer breathtaking vistas to complement the exquisitely prepared cuisine.  The Quarterdeck, a newly reimagined culinary gem, serves as the heart of Harbour Town, offering an exceptional dining venue to relish Hilton Head Island’s splendid sunsets.  Located adjacent to the iconic lighthouse, this restaurant boasts a bar and dining area on the first floor, as well as a rooftop oyster bar with 270-degree panoramas of Harbour Town and the Calibogue Sound.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

For those seeking casual outdoor relaxation, the Coast Oceanfront Lounge’s spacious wrap-around bar provides the perfect retreat. Here, you can indulge in an array of specialty drinks and frozen cocktails while enjoying live evening entertainment. This beachfront oasis also offers a walk-up service, ensuring beachgoers can quickly grab a refreshing beverage before returning to the sun and surf.  Since its inception in 1970, the Sea Pines Forest Preserve has served as a haven for wildlife and outdoor exploration. Over the years, it has expanded to include bridle paths, wetland boardwalks, bridges, and fishing docks, offering an even richer tapestry for visitors to explore and cherish this pristine corner of Hilton Head Island. Guests of all ages can revel in the interactive animal farm, partake in pony rides, and explore the trail rides.  Enjoy quality family time at the Harbour Town Pool, a 120-foot-long freeform pool that includes a kiddie pool and convenient changing facilities. The pool is heated seasonally.  Elevate your well-being at The Sea Pines Resort with access to our fitness center, equipped with state-of-the-art fitness equipment, exercise classes, and personal trainers.  Whether you’re into Tabata or Cardio Strength Interval workouts, you’ll find activities to align with your fitness aspirations.  Improve your tennis and pickleball game or play for fun at the award-winning Sea Pines Racquet Club. With a selection of teaching clinics, instructional programs, and tennis vacation packages, you can hone your serve and volley game under the watchful eye of USPTA and PTR-certified professionals, or on your own with a clay court reservation. Sea Pines is very much the heartbeat of Hilton Head Island and offers far more amenities, attractions, and things to do than you can view here.  For more information, we encourage you to visit  www.seapines.com.  

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Real Estate

Sea Pines encompasses a diverse array of neighborhoods, each boasting its own distinct real estate style and offering. At the heart of Sea Pines Resort lies Harbour Town, where townhomes offer captivating views of the Harbour Town Golf Links. Additionally, in the Stoney Creek area of the neighborhood, you’ll discover an assortment of villas and single-family homes. In Central Plantation, a wide range of single-family homes and villas provides convenient access to every corner of the property. Central Plantation is also home to the Atlantic Dunes course and Heron Point golf courses. South Beach exudes the charm of a classic New England fishing village, complete with a delightful marina village. Properties within this segment of Sea Pines Resort encompass oceanfront homes and villa-style residences. Oceanside is distinguished by its abundant oceanfront single-family homes, offering unparalleled coastal living experiences. An esteemed neighborhood boasting sweeping views of the Intracoastal Waterway, Calibogue Cay features many homes with private docks, affording direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean. Finally, Club Course is a private neighborhood primarily consisting of single-family homes. Most residences enjoy picturesque vistas of marshlands, woodlands, or the stunning fairways of Sea Pines Country Club.

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