Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course Kiawah Island, South Carolina
Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course is a par-54 resort course in Kiawah Island, South Carolina, playing 6,579 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 72.1 and slope of 137.
Course Overview
| Type | Resort |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 54 (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,579 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.1 / 137 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Kiawah Island, South Carolina, USA |
| Coordinates | 32.6124, -80.0209 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,579 | 6,016 | 72 | 72.1 | 137 |
| Oak | 6,325 | 5,784 | 72 | 71 | 134 |
| Johnston | 5,982 | 5,470 | 72 | 69.3 | 130 |
| Kiawah | 5,472 | 5,004 | 72 | 67.4 | 115 |
| Governors | 5,065 | 4,631 | 72 | 65.3 | 111 |
| Carolina | 4,769 | 4,361 | 72 | 64.1 | 106 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 72.1/137 | 516 | 176 | 370 | 516 | 391 | 425 | 170 | 520 | 145 | 3229 | 397 | 195 | 525 | 422 | 342 | 141 | 366 | 559 | 403 | 3350 | 6579 |
| Oak 71/134 | 502 | 161 | 321 | 507 | 375 | 415 | 161 | 513 | 135 | 3090 | 387 | 182 | 519 | 408 | 333 | 129 | 345 | 543 | 389 | 3235 | 6325 |
| Johnston 69.3/130 | 490 | 137 | 302 | 499 | 366 | 396 | 151 | 496 | 129 | 2966 | 361 | 146 | 511 | 389 | 323 | 114 | 332 | 529 | 311 | 3016 | 5982 |
| Kiawah 67.4/115 | 454 | 101 | 284 | 458 | 336 | 377 | 135 | 442 | 104 | 2691 | 341 | 128 | 462 | 368 | 298 | 100 | 314 | 477 | 293 | 2781 | 5472 |
| Governors 65.3/111 | 454 | 101 | 284 | 412 | 296 | 322 | 135 | 442 | 104 | 2550 | 300 | 128 | 436 | 317 | 298 | 100 | 314 | 329 | 293 | 2515 | 5065 |
| Carolina 64.1/106 | 419 | 96 | 251 | 412 | 296 | 322 | 104 | 418 | 98 | 2416 | 300 | 103 | 436 | 317 | 268 | 85 | 307 | 329 | 208 | 2353 | 4769 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 7 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 9 | 13 | 10 | 14 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 18 | 12 | 4 | 16 |
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: Black (6,579 yards, 72.1/137)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 5 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 5 (par 4, 391 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Kiawah (5,472 yards, 67.4/115)
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+: Carolina (4,769 yards, 64.1/106)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 15 (85 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 391 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 141 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 559 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 #2 handicap hole. A 422-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course?
Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course has a course rating of 72.1 and slope of 137 from the back tees. From the Carolina tees, the rating is 64.1 with a slope of 106.
How long is Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course?
From the back tees, Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course plays 6,579 yards. The course is par 54 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 5, a 391-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,579 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Carolina tees (4,769 yards).
Is Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course public or private?
Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course is a resort golf course in Kiawah Island, South Carolina. Open to resort guests and public play.
What courses are near Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course?
Nearby courses include Osprey Point Golf Course, Turtle Point Golf Course, Cougar Point Golf Course, Oak Point Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course 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 Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course 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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