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An essential play: Donald Ross' historic Southern Pines G.C. in the Sandhills of North Carolina
The history of Southern Pines Golf Club is similar to reading about the birthplace of golf in the Sandhills region. The course was the third ever design by Donald Ross with the first nine holes originally opening in 1906. It's a fair test, a great experience and should be essential to your list of courses to play.
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North Carolina's Brunswick Islands: Great golf without the glitz, just north of Myrtle Beach
North Carolina's "Grand Strand" -- running along the coast down into South Carolina -- offers a kickback lifestyle, fresh local seafood and top-caliber golf on more than 30 courses. It's a difficult task to narrow down which courses to play, but we suggest you start with these.
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Thistle Golf Club in Sunset Beach, N.C.: Inspired by Scotland, unique to the Grand Strand
If you're planning a trip to the Myrtle Beach Grand Strand, there are certain must-play courses that come to mind. Thistle Golf Club -- a Scottish-inspired daily fee well off the beaten path -- belongs in that conversation, also. Mike Bailey has more from Sunset Beach, N.C.
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North Carolina's Brunswick Islands: Great golf without the glitz, just north of Myrtle Beach
North Carolina's "Grand Strand" -- running along the coast down into South Carolina -- offers a kickback lifestyle, fresh local seafood and top-caliber golf on more than 30 courses. It's a difficult task to narrow down which courses to play, but we suggest you start with these.
... full article »Thistle Golf Club in Sunset Beach, N.C.: Inspired by Scotland, unique to the Grand Strand
If you're planning a trip to the Myrtle Beach Grand Strand, there are certain must-play courses that come to mind. Thistle Golf Club -- a Scottish-inspired daily fee well off the beaten path -- belongs in that conversation, also. Mike Bailey has more from Sunset Beach, N.C.
... full article »Carolina Hurricanes' broadcaster Chuck Kaiton on his favorite NC golf courses and memories
At NorthCarolinaGolf.com we traverse the state in search of notable North Carolina sports figures to talk about their favorite golf courses and experiences on the links. Today's golfer is Carolina Hurricanes' NHL Hall of Fame broadcaster Chuck Kaiton.
... full article »Crooked Creek Golf Club in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina: 20-year tradition gives way to transition
Crooked Creek G.C. will convert from an 18-hole, par 71 to one of a handful of nine-holers in the Triangle. If you're searching for a challenging yet playable course where you truly earn your score, or are wanting one last sentimental round, play it now. For families looking for a nine-hole course that will keep everyone's attention, mark it on the calendar for spring of 2015.
... full article »Lonnie Poole Golf Course at N.C. State: Challenging, scenic golf in Raleigh
There's no easy A at Lonnie Poole Golf Course. It's a scenic, challenging track that lives up to its championship reputation. At 7,358 yards from the competition tees, the course can accurately be described as a monster. But the six tee boxes mean you don't have to punish yourself (unless that's your thing).
... full article »A detour worth taking: Anderson Creek Golf Club in Spring Lake
There are so many great courses in the Sandhills of North Carolina that it's easy to overlook one or two. Only its isolated locale about 45 minutes east of Pinehurst keeps Anderson Creek Golf Club in Spring Lake from being more recognized. Golfers will be surprised at the value and quality they can find here.
... full article »Fayetteville isn't just a I-95 turnoff in North Carolina, it's a golf destination in itself
Fayetteville is a golf destination in itself, one with excellent courses, Southern hospitality and inexpensive greens fees and accommodations. Here are four of the top courses in the Fayetteville area, each offering something different: the Davis Love-designed Anderson Creek Golf Club, Cypress Lakes Golf, Bayonet at Puppy Creek, and Gates Four Golf & Country Club.
... full article »Coming to Charlotte for a NASCAR race or on business? Golfers have choices in the Queen City
You've landed at Charlotte Douglas International Airport to catch the NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race. Still, the action doesn't gear up until 7:30. So where do you go? Fortunately you DO have choices with about 15 golf courses located within (or close to) Charlotte and a half hour or less (give or take) drive from the airport. Most courses offer rental clubs and three courses are within a five-minute shot of the Speedway.
... full article »Play Nags Head Golf Links on North Carolina's Outer Banks for superb sea views and solid course design
Nags Head Golf Links, set on the sandy barrier islands of the Outer Banks protecting North Carolina's coastline, may be built at sea level, but designer Bob Moore managed some surprising elevations and challenging blind tests. The views are reason enough to play here. No golf course in the area has as many holes as closely adjacent to the Roanoke Sound as Nags Head.
... full article »Elevation changes bring an unexpected challenge at Beau Rivage Golf and Resort in Wilmington
Beau Rivage Golf & Resort is the lone stay-and-play facility in Wilmington. But that's not all that sets it apart. Occupying the highest point (70 feet) in the low-lying coastal city gives Beau Rivage some unexpected elevation change and a major dose of character. Here you'll find a startling variety of holes with narrow, bending fairways, mature trees, deep bunkers, and ample water hazards and wetlands.
... full article »- Don't fear the gators, fear the driver at tight, tough Beau Rivage Golf & Resort in Wilmington, N.C.
- Bear Trail Golf Club in Jacksonville, N.C. offers a laid-back, enjoyable round near Topsail Island
- Twenty-seven holes of great greens: Sandpiper Bay Golf and Country Club in Sunset Beach, N.C.
- Carolina National Golf Club in Bolivia, N.C. is a national treasure
- Haywood County golf offers a great escape
- At a glance: Handicapping the nine golf courses at the Pinehurst Resort
- Find challenge and scenery at public Rocky River Golf Club near Charlotte
- Enhanced by Donald Ross, the historic No. 1 started it all at Pinehurst Resort
- Coore and Crenshaw restoration brings new life to 2014 U.S. Open host Pinehurst No. 2
- Want history with your golf? Try historic Edenton on the Albemarle Sound
- Classic or contemporary? No. 4 course at Pinehurst offers a little of both
- Warrior Golf Club in China Grove, N.C.: Golf for the common man (and woman)