Myrtle Beach is the golf capital of the American Southeast and arguably the most accessible golf destination in the country. Over 80 golf courses line the Grand Strand—the 60-mile stretch of South Carolina coast from Georgetown to North Carolina. The courses range from championship layouts designed by world-famous architects to fun public courses where average golfers enjoy their day without intimidation.

Unlike desert golf destinations (Arizona) or exclusive resort courses (coastal California), Myrtle Beach golf is democratic. The courses are public, walkable, and affordable. You can play three rounds in a day here at a reasonable cost. That accessibility is what makes it a destination for bachelor parties, family golf trips, and retirement getaways.

Best Golf Courses in Myrtle Beach — The Grand Strand Golf Guide

Myrtle Beach has over 80 golf courses within a 30-mile radius — more per capita than anywhere in the US. Here’s how to navigate the options.

Top-Tier Courses

Caledonia Golf & Fish Club — consistently ranked the #1 course in the area. Live oaks, Spanish moss, and a challenging layout on a former rice plantation. True Blue — the sister course to Caledonia, less polished but equally beautiful. TPC Myrtle Beach — the only TPC course in South Carolina, designed by Tom Fazio. Tidewater — dramatic coastal holes along the Intracoastal Waterway.