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Designed to Challenge: A Hole-by-Hole Look at King’s North’s Par-3s

January 20, 2026 6:00 am Mention King’s North at Myrtle Beach National and the iconic par-5 sixth hole, otherwise known as “The Gambler,” is understandably always the first topic of conversation. The Arnold Palmer design is also home to several memorable par-4s – Nos. 3 and 18 come immediately to mind, but taken as a hole, the course’s par-3s might […]

Pine Lakes Expands Tee Options to Enhance Playability for All Golfers

January 14, 2026 6:00 am Nearly a century after its opening, Pine Lakes Country Club has its sights set on an even brighter future. With its centennial approaching in 2027, Pine Lakes is in the midst of a tee renovation that will expand the course from four sets of tees to six, highlighted by the addition of a new set […]

What 25 Years Have Proven About Grande Dunes Resort Course

January 12, 2026 6:00 am When the Grande Dunes Resort Course opened 25 years ago, it wasn’t just another new course on the Grand Strand – it was the cornerstone of one of the most ambitious development projects in Myrtle Beach history. The Grande Dunes vision ultimately grew to include Marina Inn – the area’s first 4-Diamond property – upscale […]

Jackson’s View to Open at River Club with Gatsby-Themed Community Celebration

January 5, 2026 1:43 pm River Club will officially welcome the community to its newest dining destination, Jackson’s View, with a grand opening celebration on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, with RSVPs required, and will feature a Great Gatsby–themed atmosphere inspired by the elegance and energy of […]

Beauty, Brutality, and the Back Nine: My Pawleys Plantation Experience

November 29, 2025 6:00 am Pawleys Plantation Golf & Country Club Year Opened: 1988 Architect: Jack Nicklaus Last Renovated: 2023 by Nicklaus Golf Design Greens: TifEagle Tees/Slope/Rating: Golden Bear – 7,000 yards, 74.1/144 Green Winged Teal – 6,592 yards, 72.3/140 Redtail Hawk – 6,231 yards, 70.6/133 Egret – 5,617 yards, (M) 68.1/120; (W)73.0/132 Yellow Finch – 4,991 yards, (M) 65.3/112; […]

Think You’re Good? Try Playing These 4 Long Bay Holes from the Tips

November 11, 2025 6:00 am Jack Nicklaus didn’t design Long Bay Club to be easy. Every round here is a study in strategy — a test of patience, precision, and nerve. With deep-faced bunkers, mounding that defines the fairways, and greens that demand touch and creativity, Long Bay rewards smart play and punishes the slightest lapse in execution. Here are […]

River Club’s Greatest Hits: Three Holes That Steal the Show

November 9, 2025 8:05 am Tucked away in Pawleys Island, River Club often flies under the radar. But once discovered, this Tom Jackson design becomes a regular part of the Myrtle Beach rotation for many group leaders. With water on 15 of 18 holes and a rating and slope of 72.5 and 139 from the tips (6,617 yards), River Club […]

Jackson’s View Adds Flavor and Flair to River Club

November 1, 2025 6:59 am River Club’s risk-reward par-5 18th hole is one of the most memorable finishers along the Myrtle Beach golf scene, and now players have the perfect spot to relive the drama with their buddies – Jackson’s View, the course’s new clubhouse restaurant. The name pays tribute to River Club’s course architect Tom Jackson and the panoramic […]

The 4 Toughest Holes at River Club — and How to Play Them

October 18, 2025 6:00 am River Club in Pawleys Island is known for its scenic beauty, Lowcountry charm, and strategic challenge. With water in play on most holes and Tom Jackson’s thoughtful design throughout, it’s a course that rewards smart golf over brute strength. Among its many tests, four holes stand out as the ones that most often determine whether […]

King’s North at Myrtle Beach National Reopens For Preview Play

October 7, 2025 6:00 am King’s North at Myrtle Beach National, one of Arnold Palmer’s most celebrated designs, reopened for preview play on October 6 as a transformative two-year renovation led by architect Brandon Johnson nears its conclusion. The project, conducted in two phases, began in the summer of 2024 with a renovation of the front nine before shifting focus […]

Aberdeen’s Second Act: How One Course Found Its Perfect Formula

September 29, 2025 6:00 am As group leaders plan a Myrtle Beach golf trip, they do so knowing not every round will be at TPC or Grande Dunes. While the anchor courses create the most anticipation, the supporting layouts also impact the overall experience, and that’s where Aberdeen Country Club shines. The Tom Jackson design won’t appear on any Top […]

Why Long Bay Belongs on Every Myrtle Beach Golf Itinerary

September 22, 2025 6:00 am Golf courses sometimes have to search for an identity, but that was never a problem for Long Bay Club. When Jack Nicklaus, the game’s most accomplished player, is your architect, you start with instant credibility. Long Bay is one of just two Myrtle Beach-area courses designed by the Golden Bear –Pawleys Plantation being the other […]