Harbour Town Golf Links Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Harbour Town Golf Links is a par-71 resort course in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, playing 7,099 yards from the Heritage tees with a rating of 75.6 and slope of 148. Designed by Pete Dye / Jack Nicklaus (1969). Harbour Town Golf Links is the Pete Dye and Jack Nicklaus design famous for its red-and-white-striped lighthouse behind 18 and as the annual home of the RBC Heritage.
Course Overview
| Type | Resort |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,099 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 75.6 / 148 |
| Tee Options | 5 |
| Architect | Pete Dye / Jack Nicklaus |
| Year | 1969 |
| Location | Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, USA |
| Coordinates | 32.1307, -80.8093 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage | 7,110 | 6,501 | 71 | 75.6 | 148 |
| Blue | 6,670 | 6,099 | 71 | 73.4 | 144 |
| White | 6,253 | 5,718 | 71 | 71.4 | 136 |
| Gold | 5,867 | 5,365 | 71 | 69.6 | 131 |
| Green | 5,084 | 4,649 | 71 | 66.7 | 118 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage 75.6/148 | 410 | 502 | 469 | 200 | 549 | 419 | 195 | 473 | 332 | 3549 | 451 | 436 | 430 | 373 | 192 | 588 | 434 | 185 | 472 | 3561 | 7110 |
| Blue 73.4/144 | 392 | 495 | 411 | 187 | 511 | 404 | 172 | 435 | 322 | 3329 | 421 | 413 | 404 | 354 | 165 | 571 | 395 | 174 | 444 | 3341 | 6670 |
| White 71.4/136 | 380 | 471 | 381 | 165 | 497 | 373 | 160 | 405 | 298 | 3130 | 398 | 387 | 376 | 339 | 148 | 541 | 361 | 159 | 414 | 3123 | 6253 |
| Gold 69.6/131 | 347 | 424 | 355 | 155 | 485 | 360 | 148 | 380 | 283 | 2937 | 358 | 365 | 360 | 324 | 138 | 511 | 333 | 141 | 400 | 2930 | 5867 |
| Green 66.7/118 | 330 | 383 | 315 | 140 | 427 | 318 | 113 | 309 | 267 | 2602 | 324 | 285 | 272 | 307 | 107 | 421 | 304 | 130 | 332 | 2482 | 5084 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 11 | 13 | 9 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 12 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 4 | 14 | 16 | 2 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Multiply your handicap index by 28 and add it to par. If the result exceeds the total yardage divided by 100, move up one tee.
Handicap 0-10: Heritage (7,110 yards, 75.6/148)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 8 (par 4, 473 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,253 yards, 71.4/136)
This tee gives you a realistic chance to reach greens in regulation without brutal carries. Course management is key. Identify trouble spots and plan your misses to the safe side. Use the strokes gained data to find where you're leaving shots on the table.
Handicap 20+: Green (5,084 yards, 66.7/118)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 17 (130 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. At 473 yards this is one of the longest par 4s on the course and demands a strong drive.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 192 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 588 yards. Reachable in two for scratch golfers but a true three-shot hole for most. The smart play is two accurate shots to within wedge range.
The shortest par 3 at 185 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 472-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harbour Town Golf Links known for?
Harbour Town Golf Links is known as the Pete Dye and Jack Nicklaus design that rewards finesse over power. The course threads narrow fairways through ancient live oaks and lagoons on Hilton Head Island, with the iconic red-and-white-striped lighthouse framing the 18th hole. It hosts the annual RBC Heritage on the PGA Tour.
What is the slope and rating of Harbour Town Golf Links?
Harbour Town Golf Links has a course rating of 75.6 and slope of 148 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 66.7 with a slope of 118.
How long is Harbour Town Golf Links?
From the back tees, Harbour Town Golf Links plays 7,099 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Harbour Town Golf Links?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 8, a 473-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Harbour Town Golf Links?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Heritage tees (7,110 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (5,084 yards).
Is Harbour Town Golf Links public or private?
Harbour Town Golf Links is a resort golf course in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Open to resort guests and public play.
What courses are near Harbour Town Golf Links?
Nearby courses include Haig Point, Osprey Haig Point Club, Sea Pines Country Club (Hilton Head Island), Shipyard Golf Club (Hilton Head Island).
Is there a yardage book for Harbour Town Golf Links?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Harbour Town Golf Links with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
Does Harbour Town Golf Links have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs a 1,000-shot Monte Carlo simulation on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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