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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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Course Details

Rentals & Services

Golf Carts Yes - included in green fees
Golf Clubs

Practice & Instruction

Driving Range
Pitching & Chipping Area
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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3.4
3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 30 reviews
56.7%
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30
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  • 1 Stars
  • Conditions
    3.1
  • Value
    3.1
  • Layout
    4.1
  • Friendliness
    3.9
  • Pace
    3.9
  • Amenities
    3.6
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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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u314161027340
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Don’t play on Sunday’s

I’ve played here several times, this was the first Sunday I played. No starter and no rangers on the course. Everyone was bunched up, and this led to long back-ups on every hole. Typically a foursome should be able to complete a round in 4-1/2 hours. Yesterday, (3) threesomes (I was in the last group) took us 5 hours and 15 minutes. I got the feeling that the first group was auditioning for the Masters. You need to have rangers on the course to stop the nonsense!

The course was very dried out. And some greens need a lot of work to repair (#9 especially)

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 2.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 3.0
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u000001837676
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

Heading Down Hill

Got there at 8:30 only cart guy there. No concessions. We stayed at Harbour Town Yacht Club which has a connection with the course. When we went to pay the guy quoted 170 plus and I mentioned the Club. He said I booked online was reason for high rate. I did that to ensure early time so we could make our flight. By booking online it saved the guy the TROUBLE of answering the phone . I played there several times before. Way less expensive and WAY WAY better condition. WILL NOT BE BACK !!!

Also, no ball washers, no water to drink , no beverage cart.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 1.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 1.0
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u314162316437
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
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u6839888
Reviews 14
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 5.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 5.0
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mvsimons
Reviews 2
Played

Course condition fair

Fairway grass is thin and rough is even thinner. Many areas around the green are hard-pan. I understand the demands on a resort course, but they need to step it up and address these conditions

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
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u314161055238
Reviews 2
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
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
Difficulty 4.0
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Mikecwvu25
Reviews 61
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Very nice course

A couple of the greens were in rough shape, and the driving range closes at noon on Wednesday. Other than that…great course

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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douglasgraham
Reviews 5
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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u314159708071
Reviews 4
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 2.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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uOUXP6001OU
Reviews 29
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Beautiful Last Day of Vacation

Course was in great condition. Pace of play was excellent. We were paired up with another twosome. Several times ranger stopped to ask how things were going and share information regarding groups ahead of us.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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u900387304
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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u314161055238
Reviews 2
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Used cart
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
Difficulty 4.0
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David1884610
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
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u2074803742
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Gagnonserge
Reviews 13
Recommended
Played

Nice lay out

When we play the course the where not in great shape. I have rate 7/10

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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BobConnor
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
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 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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Teedge24
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 2.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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Ciaoman1
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Enjoyable round

Played this course before. It was was in good condition and all staff was friendly and helpful. Course layout makes

for enjoyable round for average golfer, but played from the back tees, will challenge a low handicapper also. Will play it again.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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RG98D8FA877C16394F2B
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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Ryno3031
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Nice course

Pros: The greens were in great shape. Staff was friendly. Pace of play was great (4 hrs 10 min for a 4some). Layout was nice.

Cons: $150 probably a little steep. But it’s Hilton Head so prices are inflated…$90-$110 would be more in line based on the course

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 2.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
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