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4.0
2070 Reviews (2070)
5 Stars
861
4 Stars
862
3 Stars
239
2 Stars
74
1 Stars
34
Conditions
3.7
Value
3.7
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.2
79.3%
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1795 out of 2070 reviews
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3.8
61 Reviews (61)
5 Stars
25
4 Stars
15
3 Stars
12
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
8
Conditions
3.5
Value
3.7
Layout
4.3
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.4
75.4%
Recommend this course
46 out of 61 reviews
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3.8
148 Reviews (148)
5 Stars
48
4 Stars
48
3 Stars
35
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
11
Conditions
3.4
Value
3.5
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.4
73.6%
Recommend this course
109 out of 148 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 7018 yards
Slope 137
Rating 74.7

Oyster Reef features elevated tees and lush fairways lined by thick stands of live oak and pine. Numerous doglegs accented by strategically located mounds and fairway bunkers, call for well-planned tee shots. Varying sizes of greens with well-defined tiers place a premium on precise approach shots.

The par-3 sixth hole, which plays 192 yards from the back tees to a green set against a backdrop of Port Royal Sound, is one of the most visually spectacular holes on Hilton Head. Oyster Reef is now a semi-private member-owned club with a limited number of tee times for guest play,

The carefully-maintained facility, designed by noted course architect Rees Jones, continues to be a favorite destination for serious golfers as well as a favorite with locals.

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Course Details

Year Built 1982
Golf Season Year round
Architect Rees Jones (1982) Keith Evans (1982)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

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4.0
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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Conditions Good
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Reviews 3
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5.0
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Previously Played

Great course

The course was in fantastic shape. Staff was very accommodating. Would recommend to anyone.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 39
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Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Nice layout

Course conditions were good with the exception of slow greens and some under repaired areas on the greens. But I recommend this as a course to visit while on HHI.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 35
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Great Fun on a challenging course

We loved our round and thought the holes had challenges, especially the numerous sand traps. All greens were well protected by bunkers. Pace of play for us was great. We didn’t wait on any hole and were done in 4 hours.

They don’t have GPS so bring your own! The cart lady came round pretty frequently. Stay hydrated and park in the shade!

The greens were quite slow as they are trying not to cut too short and have them get burned. Once you got used to them it was a bit easier. Practice range is decent.

I’d recommend this course and I would play again next time in HHI.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Great course

Played many times in the past and feel conditions now are the best I've seen

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
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3.0
Previously Played

Summer Round

Course is wide open, but also with its own challenges. One of the only courses on the island with an ocean view on one of the par 3s. Negatives - Carts didn’t include screens tracking distances, not that’s necessary but seems standard at all courses now. Pace wasn’t bad but waited on most tee boxes on the back 9. Hole 9 green is temporary. Driving range beat to heck

Pros - Course layout is nice with good amount of challenges. Perfect warm up round if you’re spending a week on the island

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course, highly recommend

Great course condition and design. Greens and tee boxes were fantastic. Staff always friendly... love this course

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Don't waste your money. Not enough time to list all of the shortcomings, so i will just say the course was in very bad condition from tee box to green.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Poor
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Excellent course.... why singles

Very enjoyable course. Great shape and condition as well. Don't understand why on a Sunday at 1p were there multiple singles playing? Of course let them play through but why on a Sunday is this happening.

Favorite course on HHI since a young teenager. Now in my 50's and bringing my son and family to play.

Mike

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

The course layout was solid, The fairways were I. Good condition but the greens were very slow and needed some work. That said I enjoyed the round and would play it again.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always a fun track

Played on July 4th in the morning . It was hot and humid but we got around in four hours. Staff was super friendly

Course was in great shape.

Suggestions

- trash cans at every hole

- more frequent cart girl visits when hot

- complimentary sweat towels or cooled towels when hot

- 165$ in the AM vs $69 at 2PM.just doesn't seem right

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Oyster Reef

Layout and conditions of the course was fine. We played shortly after a rainstorm. The course drained very well. We were not off the cart path, but should have when we made the turn.

We went off #10 and when we made the turn, the starter put someone in front of us on #1 that completely slowed our round. That was WRONG and should never happen to a foursome that is playing in 4 hours or less. That’s a pure money grab by the course. .

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 26
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always enjoyable

Oyster Reef a great layout to test your iron play and fairway woods. Course not for super long Drivers . Excellent condition

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Highly Recommended

Staff was extremely professional. Course was pristine and offered challenge. Can’t wait to play again next year.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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