How do you choose a Myrtle Beach favorite golf course

3/12/2011

MYRTLE BEACH, SC (March 12, 2011) - I’ve been fortunate to play golf courses from Pawleys Plantation on the south end to Cape Fear National near Wilmington, NC. Frequently paired with visiting players, I’m always surprised at the number of Myrtle Beach area courses they’ve played. It goes to show what a popular destination this area has become.

Of course they always want to know a locals favorite golf course. Not trying to be politically correct, I always tell them I can find something good about almost every golf course I’ve played.

When pressed I’ll confess to having favorite architects. How do you not like Jack Nicklaus’s Pawleys and Long Bay layouts? Tim Cate’s Thistle and Cape Fear National are great, but how do you choose one? Pete Dye is tough and both Prestwick and Barefoot Resort are proof. I could go on, but I’d probably list 50-percent of the area courses.

The point is there are some courses and designers that should be on everyone’s “Must Play” list. However, more than likely your Myrtle Beach area list is going to be pretty long and your favorite today might change on your next visit. I guess you’ll just have to keep visiting!