Wizard Golf Links
This golf course has elevation changes which forces you to adjust your swings. Wizard is also one of the hardest courses at Myrtle Beach because of the water hazards on certain holes that are apparent the second you step foot on the course.
Wizard Golf Links
4601 Leeshire Blvd.
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29579
(843) 236-9393
wizardgolfcourse.com
Arcadian Shores
This more casual golf course has plenty of sand traps, but you can practice at their practice facility or you can take lessons at their golf school. This is a good round of golf to play for casual golfers, but offers a few holes that are perfect for those who like a challenge.
Arcadian Shores Golf Club
701 Hilton Rd.
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29572
(843) 449-5217
arcadianshores.com
Man O' War
The water may be pretty, but it is also a hazard. This course is specifically for you to use all your skills and there are very few sand traps to contend with. Golfers enjoy this course because it forces them to hit more accurate shots from the tee.
Man O'War Golf Club
5601 Leeshire Blvd.
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 25979
(843) 236-8000
manowargolfcourse.com
The Dunes
The course has undergone several changes since the 70s. Many golfers play at The Dunes because of the challenge on several of holes including the infamous 13th hole, a par 5 that is 590 yards long. Golfers play at the Dunes only to play that hole. You need to have be a member of The Dunes to play on the golf course.
The Dunes Golf Club
9000 N. Ocean Blvd.
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29572
(843) 449-5236
thedunesclub.net
The Palmetto Course at Myrtlewood
This course is designed to be replayed. The Palmetto is a straightforward course that has little hazards and is just right for the casual golfer. It is a par 72 course, but with few challenges to get in your way, you can approach the hole anyway you'd like.
The Palmetto Course
48 Avenue N.
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29578
(843) 913-4516
myrtlewoodgolf.com
Tidewater
Tidewater is located alongside a forest and overlooks the Intracoastal Waterway. This golf course is great for the scenery. The holes take you through the forest and through several elevation changes making you change strategy as you go along the course.
Tidewater Golf Course
4901 Little River Neck Rd.
North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29582
tidewatergolf.com
Heron Point
Heron Point doesn't offer many challenges other than narrow fairways and short greens. The rest of the holes are basic in design with slopes that are perfect for beginner golfers. A fun laid back clubhouse awaits you when you're done.
Heron Point Golf Club
6980 Blue Heron Dr.
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29588
(843) 650-6664
heronpointgolfclub.com
Sandpiper Bay Golf Course
This wonderfully groomed golf course takes you through a visually stunning course. The slope at Sandpiper is harder to play because it looks so subtle from the tee box. This produces a challenge to adjust on the hole. Much of the water is off to the left so there is no need to worry unless you hook the ball.
Sandpiper Bay Club
800 Sandpiper Bay Club
Sunset Beach, North Carolina 28468
(910) 579-9120
sandpiperbaygolf.com
The Thistle
This is one of the newest golf courses near Myrtle Beach, but it is making waves because of the hard, yet fair golf course. This course forces golfers not to overshoot the ball. The Thistle has water traps, but also marshes that can engulf the ball. It is a very technical course.
Thistle Golf Club
1815 Olde Thistle Downs Dr. SW
Sunset Beach, North Carolina 28468
(910) 575-8701
thistlegolf.com
Wicked Stick
Wicked Stick offers a course that allows golfers to showcase their teeing off ability. The wide open course has few obstacles to get in the way of the tee shot, but it becomes tricky on some holes to compensate for the massive mounds and traps.
Wicked Stick Club House
1051 Coventry Rd.
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29575
(843) 215-2504
wickedstick.com
About The Author
I have played four years of golf at the collegiate level and coached junior competitors. To date, I have played at over 90 golf courses across the United States and continue to compete in local competitions. Golf is my first love, next to video games and reading.
