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Value
3.7
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.2
Pace
3.5
Amenities
3.0
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 71
Length 6580 yards
Slope 131
Rating 72.1

Set across 300 acres of lush Carolina Lowcountry, Hilton Head National Golf Club has earned its reputation as one of the region’s premier public courses.

A unique collaboration between golf legends Gary Player and Bobby Weed, the course offers two distinct nines that complement each other beautifully. Weed designed the front nine with larger, more dramatically contoured greens to contrast and balance Player’s strategically crafted back nine.

Among the most memorable holes is the challenging par-4 sixth — bordered along its entire right side by the course’s largest lake and protected by deep pot bunkers near the green. The back nine features several standout holes, including the long and demanding 16th, which ranks as the No. 1 handicap hole for women and No. 5 for men. And finishing strong, the par-4 eighteenth tests precision with a deep marsh running the length of the narrow fairway.

Together, these elements create a course that’s scenic, strategic, and rewarding for players of all skill levels.

Course Details

Year Built 1989
Golf Season Year round
Architect Bobby Weed (1999) Gary Player (1989)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No - Softspikes only
Fivesomes Allowed No
Single Allowed No
Walking Allowed No

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3.7
1158 Reviews (1158)

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Reviews 11
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Great course

This is a great course to play. It's a little shorter than others in the area but the challenging greens make up for the shorter track. New gps on all carts allow staff to track pace of play and suggest to move accordingly. Prices are not too heavily discounted. Nice practice facility.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Well kept, challenging but manageable

Highly recommend, especially for those who like tight holes

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Poor weather
Used cart

Very happy with the course despite the weather.

The weather was not great. We got rained out after 10 holes. Notwithstanding that, I was paired up with three great guys. The staff made the most of the day. The pro shop manager even made lunch for us. Outstanding service. I am looking forward to playing this course again on a better day.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Needs 1 more Tee Box on Par 4's & 5's

Play it forward is only relevant if you have the correct tee boxes in place. If you have Senior Male Players who can only drive the ball 175 to 200 yds. on average, then they need to play from the present ladies tee's. Which means new Lady tee's need to be installed another 25 to 30 yds. in front of them.
Let's face the facts that for Senior Men & Women par 4's should all be under 300 yds and par 5's under 400. Let's make it fun, and who can have fun when your hitting driver, three wood for second shots all day ! Everyone should have a chance to hit 7 I to PW to most of the greeens. Men are not going to hit from Lady tee boxes, so let's make another Lady tee box in front of the present and call it Super Senior.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

New golf carts-ugh!

Environmentally-friendly electric carts w/GPS. The cart dies when you go on the fairway of Par 3's, into the woods, or past the carts exit here sign near the green. That's OK. Problem is, bad GPS coordinates stop you sometimes AFTER you are deep into the woods or 10 yds short of the keep carts off sign at the greens. I understand the beauty of using GPS, but they do not have it right yet-hope they do in the future.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Day of golf

Perfect weather for golf, course in very good winter shape, greens fast and smooth, friendly staff, what is not to love. This course will be at the top of my list on future trips to this area.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course layout

The course was in excellent condition. I would highly recommend playing it if you have a chance.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Hilton Head National

Started with 30 minute frost delay. Once we started course was fair and fun. Pace of play was excellent. Greens played a little slow but putted very true. Will definitely play here again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Nice challenge

The course was in very good shape. It was not prime season so we were able to play at a great pace. The course was not as hard as I anticipated but still challenging.We had a wonderful day.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Friendly staff and a well maintained facility

Bitsy was great. Pro shop staff and bag drop attendant were very good as well!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 50
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Central P A Advisor
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

A Golfer's Dream Come True

This course met all my expectations! Beautiful low country scenery. Fairways that are not lined with homes. Lots of wildlife, especially birds.

Tees are situated so that all golfers should be satisfied. Just play the ones suited for your game.

Greens are wonderful! Fairways are wide enough to make most golfers comfortable. Bunkers are easily avoidable with careful shot selection. If you should find one, the sand is great! Water really isn't a factor.
No forced carries or hidden hazards.

The Starter is great! He must have heard us telling another twosome to go ahead of us so we wouldn't slow them down. They had an afternoon tee time on a nearby course. He started us as a foursome on ten. We had no one following us for 17 holes! Absolute heaven! We played 18 in just under 4 hours.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course

The course was in great shape. The greens were particularly the best feature for this time of year. They were in great condition.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

Top Course

Lovely course in great condition given the cold weather and tough Fall. Reminded me of courses back home in Australia. Would highly recommend this course as a must play at Hilton Head.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

HHN

Had a great time in great weather at a great course...

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

awesome Course

I would put this course on my must play again list the next time I am in Hilton Head. It was in excellent condition from tee to green. The staff was very helpful and professional. The course is very playable for any skill level but can kick your butt if you don't pay attention.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Nice layout and conditions

HH National is a nice place to go play a round of golf. The scenery is nice and the course conditions were great. The greens and fairways are in good shape and provide the player a nice experience. The greens rolled fast but not so fast that they weren't fun. The staff was very courteous and were eager to be of help. I would definitely play here again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

Very good course

Nice green, fairways and layout. We pay 18 holes in 4 hrs. Normal pace.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Good location with easy access.

Fun and fair course to play with couples. Had a wonderful time and the staff were very accomadating and polite. Will be back to enjoy again soon.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Beautiful course

The course was in perfect condition when I played. I selected an 8:30 tee time from golfnow. Love this course. It has no houses or condos built around it to spoil the view. This is a must play if you're in the area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

An enjoyable experience

The course was in really good condition. Greens rolled true without a lot of break. Played the whites with a friendly couple from the South. There is water to be avoided but not a big problem if you use the whole fairway. Several holes protected by bunkers and narrow approaches. A fun and relaxing afternoon.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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