Sea Pines · Resort / Public

Harbour Town Golf Links

Precision target golf through pine corridors and marsh edges, culminating at the iconic lighthouse on Calibogue Sound.

Challenging11 Lighthouse Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Designer

Pete Dye with Jack Nicklaus

Holes / Par

18 holes · Par 71

Yardage

6973 (championship) / 5019 (forward)

Opened

1969

Signature

What makes this course memorable

The par-4 18th hole framed by the red-and-white lighthouse on Calibogue Sound is one of the most photographed finishing holes in golf.

Difficulty

Who this course suits

Tight tree-lined fairways, small greens, and strategic bunkering demand accurate ball-striking at every level. Not recommended as a first Hilton Head round.

Best for

  • Bucket-list rounds
  • Experienced golfers
  • RBC Heritage fans

Not ideal for

  • High-handicap beginners
  • Casual resort rounds

Course details

Rates, facilities & policies

Green fees

Rates vary seasonally and are not published in advance. Confirm current pricing directly with Sea Pines Resort before booking. Spring peak rates are the highest on the island.

Dress code

Collared shirts required. No denim, cargo shorts, or athletic wear. Soft spikes only.

Cart

Included

Rental clubs

Available

Walking

Cart required

Twilight rates

Available — confirm with course

Caddies

Forecaddie service available. Inquire when booking.

Practice area

Full practice facility including driving range, short-game area, putting green, and chipping green. Instruction available through Sea Pines Golf Learning Center.

Planning

Seasonal notes & aerification

Seasonal timing

Peak season is March through May, coinciding with the RBC Heritage. Book well in advance for spring tee times. Summer offers more availability and lower rates.

Aerification

Greens are typically aerified in late summer (August–September). Confirm current conditions with the course before booking.

Course information, rates, dress codes, and policies are subject to change. Always confirm current details directly with the course before booking. Golf Hilton Head is an independent planning guide and is not affiliated with any course or resort.