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Oyster Reef Golf Course

155 High Bluff Rd, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina 29926, Beaufort County
(843) 681-1703, (843) 681-1706
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A view of tee #10 sign and a bird visitor at Oyster Reef Golf Course Hilton Head Golf

About

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.

Holes 18
Par 72
Length 7018 yds
Rating 74.7
Slope 137
Type Semi-Private
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Rentals & Services

Golf Carts Yes - included in green fees
Golf Clubs

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Putting Green

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Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes
Year Built 1982
Golf Season Year round
Architect(s) Rees Jones (1982) Keith Evans (1982)

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    (2018 #25)
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3.9
3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 2123 reviews
75.3%
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2123
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  • Conditions
    3.6
  • Value
    3.6
  • Layout
    4.2
  • Friendliness
    4.3
  • Pace
    4.0
  • Amenities
    4.0
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Course Highlights
Exceptionally welcoming staff greet golfers from bag drop to the starter, making every visitor feel like a valued guest. The course layout rewards iron play and fairway woods with well-protected greens and a memorable ocean-view par 3.

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Golfers Often Mention

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 9
Patio Dining 6
Course Challenges:
Bunkers 23
Water Hazards 16
Narrow Fairways 13
Best For:
Advanced Golfers 16
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 14
Playing Multiple Courses 13
Location is:
Convenient to the City 14
At a Resort 8
Near the Airport 7

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Rhubarb
Reviews 9
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 11/17/2022

Thank you for the review.

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u397063164
Reviews 2
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 11/17/2022

Thank you for the review.

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pultorak
Reviews 17
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
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rkienzle
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 1.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 2.0
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phhiltonhead
Reviews 37
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Still a good lsyout

Still a fun cpurse gto play. Challemge fron bue tees. Ive seen greens in better shape

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
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Commented on 11/17/2022

Thank's for playing and taking the time to review your day, we do hope to see you soon.

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u314163541763
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played

Bad Greens

All greens not in good condition, sod not even with green surface. Too expensive for all the greens under repair.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 2.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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rkienzle
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played

Greens almost unputtable

Took 3 guests from out of town. Called and asked if the greens were aerated or any other problems. They said everything was in good shape. The putting green is closed. All the greens on the front 9 look like a quilt with a multishaped large patchwork and probably a negative number on the stimp meter. Not a windy day and garbage all over the greens. Would not recommend this place to anyone.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 1.0
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u472834672
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Nice Layout

Very playable for seniors with a nice mix of water and other hazards. Greens were a little slow and one must play the course a couple of more times to learn them. Overall though a fun experience with a very welcoming staff.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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Commented on 11/17/2022

Thank you for choosing us and thank you for the review. We hope to see you again.

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Commented on 11/17/2022

Thank you for playing Oyster Reef and we hope to see you again.

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jgazzillo1234
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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jgazzillo1234
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u314162513247
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Oyster Reef

Great layout and nice course.

Greens were extremely fast and several had issues with fungus so were kind of rough.

Excellent staff and great Tavern.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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Rbhoops99
T O P 1000
Reviews 131
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Not worth the price

The greens on the front nine were sanded, had patches and were not up to par. Should not have been charged full price to play.

Also, employees behind us (A foursome of guests and we played in 3:50. Were constantly pushing and hit into us once without apologizing.

Very disappointed

Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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u314159918175
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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BadAttitude
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
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uKSNN4550KS
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
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u314163179290
Review 1
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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u314161820815
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Fun course with just enough challenges to keep you on your toes.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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Commented on 10/31/2022

We do appreciate you taking time to review your experience and hope to see you soon!

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u000005191637
Reviews 5
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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u000006412675
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u314162746512
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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