Whispering Pines GC
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3.9
1431 Reviews (1431)
5 Stars
367
4 Stars
720
3 Stars
236
2 Stars
69
1 Stars
39
Conditions
3.7
Value
4.0
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.9
80.4%
Recommend this course
1207 out of 1431 reviews
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3.9
88 Reviews (88)
5 Stars
22
4 Stars
41
3 Stars
18
2 Stars
5
1 Stars
2
Conditions
3.8
Value
4.0
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.4
79.5%
Recommend this course
70 out of 88 reviews
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3.9
102 Reviews (102)
5 Stars
27
4 Stars
46
3 Stars
22
2 Stars
5
1 Stars
2
Conditions
3.9
Value
4.0
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.4
79.4%
Recommend this course
81 out of 102 reviews
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Course Highlights
Whispering Pines draws repeat visitors with its challenging layout, pine tree atmosphere, and consistently friendly staff. The course delivers strong value for money, making it a worthwhile stop in Myrtle Beach.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Traditional
Par 72
Length 6771 yards
Slope 129
Rating 73.2

Located just one-half mile from the outstanding oceanfront hotels and attractions of the Grand Strand, Whispering Pines offers a distinctive combination of challenge and beauty, carved out of 250 acres of towering pines and mature hardwoods by designers Finger, Dye, and Spann.

Previously known as Myrtle Beach AFB Golf Club.

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Course Details

Year Built 1963
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Finger Dye Spann (1987)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper golf attire required. Shirts with a collar and hemmed pants or shorts.

Food & Beverage

Bar

Available Facilities

Clubhouse
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Reviews

3.9
1431 Reviews (1431)

What Golfers Are Saying

Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 8
Water Hazards 8
This course/club is great for:
Locals 7
Seniors 6
This Course's Location is:
Near the Airport 10

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Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Previously Played

One jerk on staff ruined the round

Unfortunately for me and my wife our round was ruined by one jerk on the staff. We were harassed 3 times about getting cart back in by 7:40, including this guy yelling as I stood over a putt that we needed to hurry while in reality still having 15 minutes to play the final hole. The course is actually challenging and in good shape but it only takes one jerk to ruin it. The management should take action.

Conditions Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Worth playing!

I would highly recommend this course to anyone that is looking to specifically play golf and for the love of the game. A good price and great condition conditions. Yes there are many courses around Myrtle Beach that are far more pristine and has all the bells and whistles, but it is all about just to play golf. This is your course and I would recommend it to you to give it a try. I played my best round so far this year at this particular course.

Conditions Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 36
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Pleasant Surprise

First time playing this course, and found it to be a pleasant surprise. For a municipal course it was in good condition. A few tee boxes needed some help and a couple of fairways need some help as well, but this time of year almost every course has some issues due to weather and heat. Every staff member I came in contact with was very friendly and extremely eager to offer assistance. For the price I highly recommend this course.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 18
4.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 14
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a year
1.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Horrible experience with staff

Our group of four beginners played a 9-hole round after being told we could play until 8:00 PM. We started around 5:00 PM and played a scramble format to help keep pace.

Despite this, the ranger/manager repeatedly approached us throughout the round telling us to hurry up, often in a passive-aggressive tone and making comments about wanting to go home. This made the experience stressful and uncomfortable, especially as beginners who were actively trying to keep up pace.

What was most frustrating is that we finished within the timeframe we were originally given, yet still felt pressured the entire round. Clear expectations weren’t communicated in advance, and the repeated interruptions made it difficult to enjoy the game.

While the course itself was fine, the customer service from the ranger significantly impacted our experience, and it unfortunately made us not want to return.

Conditions Average
Friendliness Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course!

Very forgiving course. Watch the double dog leg par 5 on the back 9-CRAZY hole!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Rude Staff

We were the last group out on the day (nobody behind us) and told to wrap up our 9 holes by 8:00. We were interrupted no fewer than 5 times by a staff member in a golf cart telling us to hurry up. At one point, he blatantly threatened that if we didn't finish by 7:00, he would force us to finish. We finished the round at 7:50, and he made a rude comment on cart drop-off. He single handedly guaranteed that Whispering Pines will never see our business again

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

Great course, great value.

Greens were not punched and were in great shape.Fun challenging course. Can't beat the price.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart

great course

Course was in great condition even with the rain. Greens ran thue. Would recommend this course to everyone

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
First Time Playing

Good course, aweful staff

From the moment we checked in my wife and I felt like we were a burden to the staff and unwanted. With a 4pm tee time and an open time sheet, we were questioned immediately if we’re were going to finish on time. We played 18 in 3 1/2 hours.

The starter when Mer was only concerned when he was going to get the cart back, and warned us “ we’ll come get the cart at 8pm regardless of if your done or not” After 9 holes, there were no amenities open to pick up food or refreshments at 530pm. After we teed off on 10, the starter chased us down and told us that the pros hop guy said we’re we’re only playing 9. We corrected him, and reminded him that we in fact paid for 18, and that he collected our receipt before starting our round!

The course was in ok shape, due to the lack of rain. Loved the layout. $45 for rentals was a steeep price to pay, we were unable to bring our own clubs for the family trip. Rental clubs were dirty when given to us. Ridiculous when paying for rentals.

The staff need to be more welcoming and friendly

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

No Marshall

Waited amd waited on 9 2 groups waiting on t box when I pulled up skipped it and went to the clubhouse they issued a raincheck but I doubt I will go back

Conditions Good
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart

wouldn't play again

Course staff was very rude. Pro shop staff and snack bar staff were not friendly or very helpful. Ranger told us we were 20 minutes behind after two holes, and group was a hole and a half in front of us, when we got to next tee, the group had just finished teeing off. Our pace of play was 4:20, just five minutes off their recommended time.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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