6 destinations · 49 catalog courses · 30 nationally ranked

Best Golf Courses in South Carolina

South Carolina carries 6 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 49 independently researched courses, with the strongest trip-planning anchors ranked below. Pricing, weather, and primary airports are all real, pulled from the catalog at build time.

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Every South Carolina destination, ranked

Sorted by national-ranking depth, then catalog course count.

6 golf destinations in South Carolina, ranked by catalog depth. Columns: rank, destination, nearest airport, courses (must-play / total), price range, and best-for archetype.
#DestinationNearest airportCoursesPeak greens feePrice band
1Myrtle BeachMYR (Myrtle Beach)8 must-play / 23 total$97–$303$$
2Hilton HeadSAV (Savannah)6 must-play / 11 total$160–$470$$$
3CharlestonCHS (Charleston)3 must-play / 23 total$45–$162$$$
4Kiawah IslandCHS (Charleston)4 must-play / 14 total$80–$600$$$$
5Hammock Coast Golf TrailMYR (Myrtle Beach)5 must-play / 11 total$50–$275$$$
6SanteeCHS (Charleston)3 must-play / 11 total$45–$79$

Where is the best golf in South Carolina?

The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island is the strongest catalog course in South Carolina, earning America's 100 Greatest Public Courses on national rankings. South Carolina carries 30 nationally ranked courses in Scramble's catalog overall, so the choice between them depends on what trip you're planning.

The South Carolina destination lineup

Lowcountry

Grand Strand

Central South Carolina

When to plan a South Carolina golf trip

The strongest months for golf in South Carolina are Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, based on 20-year playability scores combining temperature and precipitation across the state's destinations. Tee-time inventory and rate stacking both tighten as those windows fill; book early in your preferred month rather than late, especially for the marquee courses.

Frequently asked questions about golf in South Carolina

Is South Carolina a good state for a golf trip?

Yes, decisively. South Carolina has 6 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 49 independently researched courses, including 30 courses ranked on national best-of lists. Myrtle Beach anchors the state catalog, with neighboring destinations rounding out a long-weekend or full-week itinerary depending on group size.

How much does a South Carolina golf trip cost?

A 3-round, 4-golfer trip to South Carolina runs about $1,350 per person on average across the state's 6 destinations, with mid-range ($$) lodging. The cheaper destinations come in around $963 per person; the pricier resort markets push toward $1,440. Flights are excluded since they depend on your home airport. Use the trip calculator on any destination's page to lock in the actual number for your group.

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This page ranks every South Carolina destination in Scramble's catalog by national-ranking depth, must-play course count, and total catalog course count, with editorial overrides where the auto-rank misses something. Trip cost is computed by sample-planning a 3-round, 4-golfer trip at mid-range ($$) lodging for each destination. Weather scores combine 20-year temperature and precipitation data.

Published June 2026. Updated when the data or Scramble’s recommendations change.