Best Public Golf Courses in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

What makes a public course "best" in Hilton Head Island? 28 non-member courses qualify (averaging 4.4★); the top 5 below average 4.6★.

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Ranked courses

  1. 1

    Harbour Town Golf Links

    11 Lighthouse Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
    ★ 4.8 (840 reviews)
  2. 2

    Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Golf Course

    7 Trent Jones Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USA, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
    ★ 4.7 (830 reviews)
  3. 3

    Palmetto Dunes - Robert Trent Jones Golf Course

    7 Trent Jones Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
    ★ 4.7 (828 reviews)
  4. 4

    The Sea Pines Resort

    32 Greenwood Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
    ★ 4.5 (1,112 reviews)
  5. 5

    Arthur Hills Golf Course

    2 Leamington Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USA, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
    ★ 4.4 (447 reviews)
  6. 6

    George Fazio Golf Course

    7 Carnoustie Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USA, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
    ★ 4.4 (408 reviews)
  7. 7

    Palmetto Hall - Arthur Hills Golf Course

    2 Leamington Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
    ★ 4.3 (446 reviews)18 holes
  8. 8

    Dolphin Head Golf Club

    56 High Bluff Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
    ★ 4.2 (481 reviews)
  9. 9

    Palmetto Dunes - George Fazio Golf Course

    7 Carnoustie Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
    ★ 4.3 (406 reviews)
  10. 10

    Chronic Golf + Games

    59 New Orleans Rd Building A, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USA, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
    ★ 4.9 (151 reviews)
  11. 11

    Golden Bear Golf Club at Indigo Run

    72 Golden Bear Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926, USA, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
    ★ 4.0 (398 reviews)
  12. 12

    Golden Bear Golf Club at Indigo Run

    72 Golden Bear Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
    ★ 4.0 (397 reviews)
  13. 13

    Country Club of Hilton Head

    70 Skull Creek Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
    ★ 4.5 (159 reviews)
  14. 14

    Long Cove Club

    399 Long Cove Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
    ★ 4.7 (124 reviews)
  15. 15

    Sea Pines Country Club

    30 Governors Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
    ★ 4.6 (137 reviews)
  16. 16

    Moss Creek

    1523 Fording Island Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
    ★ 4.8 (94 reviews)
  17. 17

    Palmetto Hall - Robert Cupp Golf Course

    108 Fort Howell Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
    ★ 3.9 (286 reviews)
  18. 18

    Port Royal Robber's Row Golf Course

    10 Clubhouse Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
    ★ 4.3 (155 reviews)
  19. 19

    Shipyard Golf Club

    45 Shipyard Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
    ★ 3.8 (293 reviews)
  20. 20

    Bear Creek Golf Club

    237 Whooping Crane Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
    ★ 4.0 (189 reviews)18 holesPar 72
  21. 21

    Oyster Reef Golf Club

    155 High Bluff Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
    ★ 3.8 (236 reviews)
  22. 22

    Port Royal Planter's Row Golf Course

    10 Clubhouse Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
    ★ 4.0 (163 reviews)
  23. 23

    Spanish Wells Golf Club

    1 Brams Point Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
    ★ 4.7 (43 reviews)
  24. 24

    Wexford Golf Club

    111 Wexford Club Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
    ★ 4.6 (46 reviews)
  25. 25

    The Golf Learning Center at The Sea Pines Resort

    98 N Sea Pines Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USA, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
    ★ 4.4 (9 reviews)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many public golf courses are in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina?▾
FairwayRadar lists every public, municipal, semi-private, and resort course open to non-member play in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Counts update daily as we verify access policies.
What's the best public golf course in Hilton Head Island?▾
Our top-ranked public course in Hilton Head Island is the highest-rated by Google reviews. See the ranked list above for current standings — rankings shift as new reviews come in.
Are tee times required at public courses in Hilton Head Island?▾
Most public courses in Hilton Head Island accept tee times 1–14 days in advance. Walk-ons are typically allowed on weekdays but rarely on weekend mornings. Click any course for its booking link and phone number.
What do public golf courses cost in Hilton Head Island?▾
Green fees in Hilton Head Island vary by course and time of day. The ranked list above shows weekday and weekend rate ranges where available. Twilight rates (typically after 2pm) run 30–50% below morning prices.