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Kiawah Island Resort (Ocean Course)

Kiawah Island, SC
5/5 grail
Designed by Pete Dye  ·  4.8★ players
✈ CHS 20 mi · Charleston 15 mi
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Why it’s a grail

Pete Dye's iconic Ocean Course, host of two PGA Championships, offers an unforgettably dramatic links-style golf experience along the Atlantic.

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Play Kiawah Island Resort (Ocean Course)

2 Rounds of Golf & a 3-Night Stay on Kiawah Island, SC at Kiawah Island Club
Closes Oct 17, 2026
Benefits Team Goose Foundation (Go Charity) — Team Goose Foundation supports the fight against ALS, funding care and research in honor of those living with the disease.
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About the course

The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island Resort, designed by Pete Dye and opened in 1991, presents a famously challenging links-style layout directly on the Atlantic Ocean. Its unique coastal setting on Kiawah Island, South Carolina, features dramatic dunes and constant ocean breezes, making every round a distinct test. As a prestigious resort course, it is accessible to guests of the Kiawah Island Golf Resort and is renowned for hosting major championships and international team competitions, cementing its place in golf history.

Championships hosted: PGA Championship (2 times) · Ryder Cup

Player reviews

Google 4.8★ · 277 ratings
1★ · Dale Rex · 3 months ago

I wanted to love this place so much but it just didn’t live up to expectations. Booked over a year in advance. Stayed in the cottages right next to the Pro Shop. That was really nice to be able to walk outside to the range and clubhouse. Most of the guys in th

5★ · Brett Tidwell · 4 months ago

As pure as it gets. Was blessed enough to go out and play all 5 of the courses on the property a few weeks back, and I can see why this course is ranked as high as it is. From tee to green the course was immaculate, with perfect weather this was a once in a l

5★ · Patti Baker · 6 months ago

Amazing course, beautiful views, and the most wonderful experience with our caddies — Braedon and Brandon! They truly made the day that much more memorable and enjoyable. Thank you, gentlemen for making us feel right at home on the course — we can’t wait to co

Course timeline

  1. 1991Opened, designed by Pete Dye
  2. 1991Ryder Cup
  3. 2012PGA Championship
  4. 2021PGA Championship