Kiawah Island Golf Guide

Where else in the world can you play seven championship golf courses designed by golf legends like Pete Dye, Tom Fazio, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson? It’s no surprise that Kiawah Island golf continues to earn international praise and the loyalty of legions of golfers worldwide.

Golfers have known Kiawah for decades as home of the 1991 heart-stopping Ryder Cup, several World Cup matches and most recently, the 2012 PGA Championship. Kiawah’s 7 golf courses (2 being private) were built by a unique fraternity of the sports leading designers, and these legendary challenges are met with appreciation of the sport on a daily basis.

Every Kiawah golf challenge is unique as each melds the lush, Lowcountry landscape with impeccable course maintenance, ensuring memorable views and rewarding play every time.

Named the No. 1 Golf Resort in the U.S. by Travel + Leisure Golf, Kiawah Island is also home to the Golf Academy which offers cutting-edge golf instruction and fitness training led by a top 100 golf instructor. Many visitors to the island enroll in Kiawah’s golf school to sharpen their game in this championship environment.

Ocean Course by Pete Dye

ocean course

#4 Public Golf Course in U.S. and Ranked 25th amongst the 100 Greatest U.S. Golf Courses – Golf Digest
Holes: 18 Par: 72
Pro shop is open seven days a week from 7:00am – 6:30pm. Hours vary by season.
Ocean Course Golf Tee Times Call:

(843) 266-4670 Reviews