Tee Off with a View: Discover the Carolinas’ Most Breathtaking Ocean-View
Golf Courses by Bo Nicholson
Few golf experiences compare to the blend of lush fairways and the calming rhythm of ocean waves. The Carolinas blessed with endless stretches of coastline, gentle sea breezes, and a legacy of world-class course design offer golfers a paradise like no other Whether chasing a challenging round or simply soaking in the scenery, these ten ocean-view golf courses redefine playing with a view, as noted by Bo Nicholson
Bald Head Island Club sets the tone for coastal elegance in North Carolina. Accessible only by ferry, this course rewards golfers with pristine ocean views and tranquil surroundings free of traffic and noise Its natural dunes and maritime forests make every swing feel part of the landscape. Nearby, The Currituck Club in Corolla winds through the Outer Banks, offering sweeping Atlantic Ocean and Currituck Sound vistas Designed by Rees Jones, it balances challenge with charm, especially when coastal winds come into play.
Further down the coast, Cape Fear National near Wilmington captivates players with lush marshland and glimmering water features that echo the ocean’s serenity. While not directly on the beach, its coastal design perfectly captures the spirit of the sea Ocean Ridge Plantation’s Tiger’s Eye, one of the “Big Cats” courses in Sunset Beach, delivers stunning coastal wetlands and elevated tees that unveil panoramic ocean horizons at every turn.
Across the border in South Carolina, ocean-view golfing becomes an art form Kiawah Island’s Ocean Course reigns supreme in the Carolinas and globally. Host to multiple PGA Championships, it is revered for its sweeping Atlantic panoramas, treacherous winds, and dramatic dunes that test even the pros. Equally stunning, Harbour Town Golf Links at Hilton Head Island offers iconic views framed by the famous red-and-white lighthouse. Its strategic layout demands precision, rewarding accuracy over power amid a shimmering ocean and marsh.
The Dunes Golf and Beach Club in Myrtle Beach blends vintage design with a timeless view Designed by Robert Trent Jones, it has hosted numerous tournaments and remains a favorite for its classic seaside charm Not far away, Caledonia Golf & Fish Club in Pawleys Island offers a different kind of coastal allure, with centuries-old oaks and glimpses of tidal rivers leading to the Atlantic. Meanwhile, Barefoot Resort’s Dye Course and Grande Dunes Resort Club add grandeur to the Myrtle Beach area, boasting ocean breezes and sculpted fairways that embody Carolina coastal luxury.
Each course captures the essence of golf’s coastal soul a blend of beauty, challenge, and peace found only where the land meets the sea. In the Carolinas, every drive toward the horizon comes with a view worth remembering