As the cool crisp air ushers in the fall season, Myrtle Beach, affectionately named ‘Golf Town, U.S.A,’ teems with a spectrum of vibrant fall foliage that can truly enrich your golfing experience. Here’s a list of the best golf courses where you can immerse yourself in the beautiful fall colors while playing your favorite sport.
Caledonia Golf and Fish Club
Caledonia Golf & Fish Club is a gem not only for its stellar golf course but also for its stunning natural beauty. Known for its immaculate greens enveloped by towering oaks and pines, Caledonia in fall offers a captivating backdrop as the leaves change into hues of red, orange, and gold. The course, designed by Mike Strantz, matches the landscape’s beauty with challenging holes that tests golfers of all skill levels.
Tidewater Golf Club
Another must-visit course for golf and nature enthusiasts is the Tidewater Golf Club. This course, devised by Ken Tomlinson, offers a harmonious blend of scenic holes, sand traps, and water features. Come fall, you will find Tidewater adorned with leaves showcasing a breathtaking palette of autumn colors, against a spectacular view of the Intracoastal Waterway and Cherry Grove.
True Blue Golf Club
True to its name, True Blue Golf Club lures golfers with its blue skies, lush fairways, and beautiful ponds. However, fall season at True Blue paints a different picture: it’s awash with vibrant fall colors that contrast dramatically with the blue waters. Moreover, as it was also designed by Mike Strantz, this course offers golfers a perfect blend of natural beauty and golfing challenge.
Barefoot Resort & Golf
Home to four celebrated golf courses – Norman, Love, Fazio, and Dye, Barefoot Resort is a golfer’s paradise. Each course, surrounded by native vegetation and stately trees, offers a unique experience in the fall as the colors transform. With its pro-level playing standards and courses designed by renowned golf course architects like Pete Dye and Tom Fazio, Barefoot provides an unrivaled experience in golf and visuals in autumn.
Grande Dunes Resort Club
Making our list with its stately pines that turn into stunning yellows, oranges, and reds in the fall is the Grande Dunes Resort Club. Add to that the panoramic views of the Intracoastal Waterway, and you have a golf course that is an absolute joy to play on. Its challenging 18-hole play designed by Roger Rulewich makes it a favorite among seasoned golfers.
Surround yourself with the splendor of fall foliage in Myrtle Beach’s golf courses. Whether you’re a serious golfer looking for a challenging game or a casual player wanting to soak in the beautiful autumn colors, these courses will leave you with an unforgettable experience. Myrtle Beach in fall is where nature and golf come together for an extraordinary dance – a spectacle you wouldn’t want to miss. Happy golfing!