Shipyard Golf Club

45 Shipyard Drive,

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina SC 29928

  • Office

    +1 (843) 681 1503
  • Pro shop

    +1 (843) 681 1503
  • Golf pro

    Brian Crum (PGA Golf Professional).
  • Academy

    Shipyard Golf Academy

About the course

  • The Course:

    27 holes. Tree-lined parkland. Gently undulating terrain - easy to walk.

  • Surroundings:

    Woodland and residential.

  • Designer:

    George C. Cobb designed the Clipper and Galleon nines (1970). Willard C. Byrd designed the Brigantine-nine (1982).

Back
tees
Club
tees
Front
tees
Yards
6878
6073
4984
Par
72
72
72
SSS or slope

At the same location:

Above distances are for the Galleon-Clipper combination. The Brigatine-nine, at 3356 yds from the back tees, is of similiar length as the other two nines.

Location

Latitude:

32.157390

Longitude:

-80.745200

How to get there:

Eastern edge of Hilton Head Island

Shipyard Golf Club

3-PLUS: Good course - several memorable features; worthy of 3½ stars.

Est. 1970

Shipyard Golf Club: like the spokes of a wheel radiating out from the central clubhouse, the Shipyard's 27-holes are split between the original George Cobb-designed Galleon and Clipper-nines, and the slightly newer Willard Byrd-designed Brigantine-nine.

Nestled within Hilton Head’s natural setting of majestic Carolina pine trees, flowering magnolias and moss draped oaks, the Shipyard delivers a classic South Carolina gofing experience.

Meandering through the woodland, and past some discreetly tucked-away housing, the three nine-hole loops contain a testing mix of straightaway and doglegging holes. Water plays its part here, with several hole-flanking ponds to be avoided, not least at the par-3s.

List of courses: Hilton Head, SC

Visitors

Who can play and when?

Visitors welcome on weekdays and weekends.

Must book in advance.

Green fees

Visitor fee, 18-holes at peak times in high season (spring/fall): $130-$190 (dynamic pricing applies). Golf cart included.

Contact club for full details, discounts, packages, etc. [Last updated: 2024].

Other information

Non-metal spike facility. Walking permitted.

Practice facilities

Good

Did you know?

Between 1982 and 1984 Shipyard Golf Club played host to the PGA Senior Tour's Hilton Head Seniors International tournament. In its subsequent years, the event moved to the Planter's Row course at Port Royal (now closed), and for two years (1986, '87) the revered Harbour Town Links.

Shipyard GC is a member of the Virginia-based Heritage Golf Group. The Heritage Collection includes several top rated golf properties in California, Texas, Georgia, Florida, Michigan, North Carolina and South Carolina. Heritage Group properties on Hilton Head Island include the courses at Palmetto Hall, Oyster Reef, Port Royal and Shipyard.

Where2Stay

  • Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa4-star

    One Hotel Circle, Hilton Head, South Carolina 29928

    +1 (843) 686 8400

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    One of the closest and largest resort hotels to Hilton Head's expansive beach. This 513-room oceanfront Hilton hotel also offers close proximity to the three courses of Palmetto Dunes Golf Club, as well as local airports, shopping, restaurants and popular tourist attractions. Hilton's deluxe guest rooms provide stunning ocean views, as well as everything you need for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.

    • Golf at this hotel:

      Palmetto Dunes courses (Trent Jones, Fazio, Arthur Hills)

    • Golf within 5 miles:

      Shipyard; Golden Bear at Indigo Run; Palmetto Hall courses; Oyster Reef; Port Royal courses.

    • Golf within 20 miles:

      Shipyard; Golden Bear at Indigo Run; Palmetto Hall courses; Oyster Reef; Port Royal courses.

  • Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort4-star

    23 Ocean Lane, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina 29938

    +1 (843) 842 8000

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    Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort overlooks the Atlantic Ocean, with easy access to a beautiful beach and three championship golf courses. As part of the prestigious Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort Community, it’s an oustanding destination among Hilton Head resorts. With access to 11 miles of lagoon trails, tennis courts, swimming pools, wellness areas and a spa, guests can fill their days with enriching experiences.

    • Golf at this hotel:

      Palmetto Dunes courses (Trent Jones, Fazio, Arthur Hills)

    • Golf within 5 miles:

      Shipyard; Golden Bear @ Indigo Run; Palmetto Hall courses; Oyster Reef; Port Royal courses.

    • Golf within 20 miles:

      Harbour Town; Sea Pines (Ocean and Sea Pines courses); Hilton Head National; Daufuskie Island courses.

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