Golf on the Hammock Coast

Golfers know the Grand Strand. Fewer of them know that staying 45 minutes south changes the whole trip.

What Georgetown offers a golf group. Courses within easy driving distance, a historic downtown to come back to at the end of the round, restaurants that aren’t chains, and lodging rates that compare favorably to what you’ll pay closer to Myrtle Beach. The drive north to the bigger course inventory is manageable; the drive back to a quiet Front Street evening is the part people remember.

Courses in and around Georgetown County.

Wedgefield Country Club — Georgetown
Located at 129 Clubhouse Lane, Wedgefield is Georgetown’s primary semi-private golf course. The 18-hole layout winds through live oaks, Spanish moss and Lowcountry scenery before reaching the banks of the Black River. It’s especially convenient if you’re staying in historic Georgetown.

Caledonia Golf & Fish Club — Pawleys Island
About 9–10 miles from Georgetown, Caledonia is a public 18-hole course at 369 Caledonia Drive. It’s known for its beautiful Lowcountry setting and is one of the area’s higher-profile golf experiences.

True Blue Golf Club — Pawleys Island
Roughly 10 miles from Georgetown, True Blue is a public-access course designed by Mike Strantz. The course incorporates native vegetation, expansive sandy areas, mature trees and water into a distinctive Lowcountry layout. It also has a substantial practice facility.

Heritage Club — Pawleys Island
Approximately 9 miles from Georgetown, Heritage is an 18-hole, par-71 public course with a classic plantation-style Lowcountry setting. It’s a strategic course where positioning and approach shots play an important role.

Pawleys Plantation Golf & Country Club — Pawleys Island
Around 9–10 miles from Georgetown, Pawleys Plantation features an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature course with scenic marsh and Lowcountry views. The property also includes dining, lodging and other resort amenities, making it particularly convenient for visitors planning a golf getaway.

When to book. Spring and fall are peak coastal golf seasons here, for good reason. Summer means early tee times. Winter rates are the region’s best-kept secret and the weather is more often playable than not.

For mixed groups. This is where Georgetown genuinely beats a pure golf destination. Non-golfers get museums, shopping, boat tours and beaches instead of a hotel lobby.