Palmetto Dunes - Arthur Hills Golf Course
Plan your round at Palmetto Dunes - Arthur Hills Golf Course
The Arthur Hills Course at Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort is a public par 72 on Hilton Head Island, named for its designer Arthur Hills. It rewards accuracy over distance, with ocean breezes, off-balance lies and lagoons on ten holes. The 15th green sits in front of the island's historic lighthouse. The Blue tees play about 6,651 yards.
- 18 holes
- Par 72
- Designed by Arthur Hills
Course strategy
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Palmetto Dunes - Arthur Hills Golf Course hole by hole
Par 3Par 4Par 5
Hole 1
358
yds ·White
Favor the right-center of the fairway. The wind and a shallow green make the approach difficult.
Hole 2
334
yds ·White
A short par 4 where placement matters: out of bounds left, water right, and a deep green.
Hole 3
115
yds ·White
A short par 3 over water. Check the wind and aim for the middle of the green.
Hole 4
403
yds ·White
A driver hole; favor right-center to stay away from out of bounds on the left.
Hole 5
343
yds ·White
Lay up rather than hit driver, aiming for the 150-yard marker as the fairway narrows. The second shot plays long to an elevated green.
Hole 6
480
yds ·White
Favor right-center off the tee, away from tall grass on the left, then play the second shot right for a better angle to a sloping green.
Hole 7
417
yds ·White
An open, downhill driving hole. The second shot often plays into the wind and longer than the yardage.
Hole 8
135
yds ·White
A par 3 that plays longer than it looks, usually into the wind. The farther right the pin, the more club you need.
Hole 9
494
yds ·White
A tight par 5 where driver is not always the play. Lay up near the 150-yard marker to stay clear of water on the left of the green.
Hole 10
392
yds ·White
A dogleg left; favor the right side off the tee. Trouble surrounds the green, so aim for the middle.
Hole 11
132
yds ·White
A downhill par 3 from an elevated tee to a deep, well-bunkered green.
Hole 12
377
yds ·White
Water runs the entire right side. Line up left of the 150-yard post and take plenty of club, as the fairway narrows.
Hole 13
486
yds ·White
A long par 5 with a forced carry over water off the tee and water in front of the green. Favor the left off the tee.
Hole 14
361
yds ·White
Favor the right side for a clear view of the two-tiered green, and pay attention to the pin position.
Hole 15
142
yds ·White
A short par 3 with a very deep green split by a swale. The Hilton Head lighthouse stands behind it.
Hole 16
336
yds ·White
A short par 4 with plenty of trouble. Favor the left off the tee; pin positions on the deep green can vary by up to 20 yards.
Hole 17
320
yds ·White
The landing area is deeper than it looks. The green is guarded by water in front, out of bounds left and woods behind.
Hole 18
497
yds ·White
A par 5 that bends right then left. Favor the right on the second shot; large mounds guard the front left of the green.
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Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | Blue | White | Gold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | — | 384 | 358 | 290 |
| 2 | 4 | — | 373 | 334 | 320 |
| 3 | 3 | — | 146 | 115 | 115 |
| 4 | 4 | — | 430 | 403 | 300 |
| 5 | 4 | — | 376 | 343 | 311 |
| 6 | 5 | — | 505 | 480 | 410 |
| 7 | 4 | — | 434 | 417 | 332 |
| 8 | 3 | — | 156 | 135 | 135 |
| 9 | 5 | — | 518 | 494 | 434 |
| Out | 36 | 3,322 | 3,079 | 2,647 | |
| 10 | 4 | — | 415 | 392 | 322 |
| 11 | 3 | — | 182 | 132 | 132 |
| 12 | 4 | — | 399 | 377 | 301 |
| 13 | 5 | — | 507 | 486 | 360 |
| 14 | 4 | — | 412 | 361 | 315 |
| 15 | 3 | — | 153 | 142 | 142 |
| 16 | 4 | — | 365 | 336 | 310 |
| 17 | 4 | — | 380 | 320 | 284 |
| 18 | 5 | — | 516 | 497 | 414 |
| In | 36 | 3,329 | 3,043 | 2,580 | |
| Total | 72 | 6,651 | 6,122 | 5,227 |
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- ✓The range is open to the public, with or without a tee time.
- ✓Carts have GPS yardages and USB chargers.
- ✓Wind matters on the par 3s, especially 3 and 8.
Carts & walking
Carts have USB chargers and Visage GPS.
Practice facilities
A traditional driving range is open to the public, with or without a tee time.
Rentals & pro shop
Club rentals and shipping are available through the resort.
Food & drink
Arthur Hills Grill is on site, along with a clubhouse and pro shop.
Policies
Tee times can be booked online. The course page lists aeration closures in August and June.
Quick answers
Palmetto Dunes - Arthur Hills Golf Course at a glance
How many holes does Palmetto Dunes - Arthur Hills Golf Course have, and what's the par?
Palmetto Dunes - Arthur Hills Golf Course has 18 holes and plays to a par of 72, from 5,227 to 6,651 yards depending on the tees.
Is there a hole-by-hole guide to Palmetto Dunes - Arthur Hills Golf Course?
Yes. This guide covers Palmetto Dunes - Arthur Hills Golf Course hole by hole, with the course's own notes on its holes.
Who designed Palmetto Dunes - Arthur Hills Golf Course?
Palmetto Dunes - Arthur Hills Golf Course was designed by Arthur Hills.
What are the cart and walking rules at Palmetto Dunes - Arthur Hills Golf Course?
Carts have USB chargers and Visage GPS.
What practice facilities does Palmetto Dunes - Arthur Hills Golf Course have?
A traditional driving range is open to the public, with or without a tee time.
What food and drink does Palmetto Dunes - Arthur Hills Golf Course have?
Arthur Hills Grill is on site, along with a clubhouse and pro shop.
How do you book a tee time at Palmetto Dunes - Arthur Hills Golf Course?
Call the course at (888) 909-9566.
Where is Palmetto Dunes - Arthur Hills Golf Course?
Palmetto Dunes - Arthur Hills Golf Course is at 2 Leamington Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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