Palmetto Dunes - Robert Trent Jones Golf Course
Plan your round at Palmetto Dunes - Robert Trent Jones Golf Course
The Robert Trent Jones Golf Course is the oceanfront course at Palmetto Dunes Resort on Hilton Head Island. It plays to par 72 and about 7,000 yards from the Gold tees (74.8 rating, 141 slope), with shifting Atlantic winds changing how each hole plays. The par-5 10th is the signature hole, with ocean views from its elevated green. Golfweek named it one of the 2025 Best Courses You Can Play in South Carolina.
- 18 holes
- Par 72
Course strategy
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Palmetto Dunes - Robert Trent Jones Golf Course hole by hole
Hole 1
340
yds ·White
Straightaway par 4 to an elevated green. The large bunker front left needs to be carried.
Hole 2
352
yds ·White
A lagoon fronts the green, so aim left of center on the approach.
Hole 3
341
yds ·White
Short dogleg right. Keep the tee shot left of the bunker.
Hole 4
508
yds ·White
The longest hole on the course. A good drive sets up a birdie chance, and the green is deep.
Hole 5
167
yds ·White
Heavy bunkering around the green. Play to the middle of the green.
Hole 6
379
yds ·White
Start the tee shot left of center. The green is elevated, so take an extra club.
Hole 7
373
yds ·White
A demanding par 4 where the water carry grows the farther right you go.
Hole 8
162
yds ·White
A scenic par 3 with a very shallow green, so club choice is critical.
Hole 9
465
yds ·White
Dogleg right around a lagoon. Stay out of the bunker on the right.
Hole 10
495
yds ·White
The signature hole, usually played into the wind. The elevated green has views of the ocean.
Hole 11
356
yds ·White
Usually plays downwind, with a lagoon along the right side.
Hole 12
141
yds ·White
A par 3 over water with bunkers. The green plays longer than it looks.
Hole 13
329
yds ·White
Tee shot strategy matters here, with water along the right.
Hole 14
383
yds ·White
Dogleg right with water along the full length of the fairway and a deep green.
Hole 15
494
yds ·White
Out of bounds left and water right. Long hitters can reach it in two.
Hole 16
344
yds ·White
Stay left of center off the tee to avoid the right bunker. The green is elevated.
Hole 17
160
yds ·White
A bunkered par 3 with water on the right. Play to the center of the green.
Hole 18
352
yds ·White
Dogleg left with out of bounds on both sides. A medium iron is left to the green.
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Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | Gold | Blue | White | Green | Red |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | — | 389 | 361 | 340 | 324 | 299 |
| 2 | 4 | — | 387 | 375 | 352 | 338 | 270 |
| 3 | 4 | — | 370 | 355 | 341 | 316 | 276 |
| 4 | 5 | — | 582 | 557 | 508 | 458 | 440 |
| 5 | 3 | — | 204 | 182 | 167 | 130 | 111 |
| 6 | 4 | — | 422 | 405 | 379 | 334 | 317 |
| 7 | 4 | — | 410 | 389 | 373 | 342 | 294 |
| 8 | 3 | — | 227 | 196 | 162 | 132 | 89 |
| 9 | 5 | — | 522 | 484 | 465 | 435 | 411 |
| Out | 36 | 3,513 | 3,304 | 3,087 | 2,809 | 2,507 | |
| 10 | 5 | — | 550 | 529 | 495 | 480 | 435 |
| 11 | 4 | — | 405 | 383 | 356 | 316 | 237 |
| 12 | 3 | — | 168 | 154 | 141 | 124 | 105 |
| 13 | 4 | — | 398 | 353 | 329 | 259 | 220 |
| 14 | 4 | — | 443 | 411 | 383 | 356 | 345 |
| 15 | 5 | — | 531 | 510 | 494 | 464 | 429 |
| 16 | 4 | — | 386 | 358 | 344 | 333 | 318 |
| 17 | 3 | — | 204 | 183 | 160 | 145 | 90 |
| 18 | 4 | — | 407 | 385 | 352 | 335 | 300 |
| In | 36 | 3,492 | 3,266 | 3,054 | 2,812 | 2,479 | |
| Total | 72 | 7,005 | 6,570 | 6,141 | 5,621 | 4,986 | |
| Rating / Slope | 74.8 / 141 | 72.8 / 137 | 70.6 / 132 | 68.0 / 123 | 65.1 / 114 | ||
| Women's rating / slope | — | — | 74.4 / 125 | 72.0 / 123 | 68.9 / 112 | ||
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Course hours run daily from 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- The driving range opens at 7 a.m. and can be reserved online
- Carts have GPS yardages
- The course closes for aeration on posted dates, so check the schedule before booking
Carts & walking
Carts are equipped with the Visage GPS system.
Practice facilities
A Toptracer driving range is open daily and can be reserved online. Palmetto Dunes Golf Academy offers lessons and clinics, with the daily clinic held at the Arthur Hills course.
Rentals & pro shop
The clubhouse has a pro shop with apparel and accessories. Srixon and Cleveland rental clubs are available, and club shipping is offered through ShipSticks.
Food & drink
Big Jim's serves barbecue, burgers and pizza, and also caters.
Policies
Tee times can be booked online or through the resort app, including multiple rounds across the three Palmetto Dunes courses. Stay-and-play package quotes are available through the resort's golf package form. Junior tees are available.
Quick answers
Palmetto Dunes - Robert Trent Jones Golf Course at a glance
How many holes does Palmetto Dunes - Robert Trent Jones Golf Course have, and what's the par?
Palmetto Dunes - Robert Trent Jones Golf Course has 18 holes and plays to a par of 72, from 4,986 to 7,005 yards depending on the tees.
Is there a hole-by-hole guide to Palmetto Dunes - Robert Trent Jones Golf Course?
Yes. This guide covers Palmetto Dunes - Robert Trent Jones Golf Course hole by hole, with the course's own notes on its holes.
What are the cart and walking rules at Palmetto Dunes - Robert Trent Jones Golf Course?
Carts are equipped with the Visage GPS system.
What practice facilities does Palmetto Dunes - Robert Trent Jones Golf Course have?
A Toptracer driving range is open daily and can be reserved online. Palmetto Dunes Golf Academy offers lessons and clinics, with the daily clinic held at the Arthur Hills course.
What food and drink does Palmetto Dunes - Robert Trent Jones Golf Course have?
Big Jim's serves barbecue, burgers and pizza, and also caters.
How do you book a tee time at Palmetto Dunes - Robert Trent Jones Golf Course?
Call the course at (888) 909-9566.
Where is Palmetto Dunes - Robert Trent Jones Golf Course?
Palmetto Dunes - Robert Trent Jones Golf Course is at 7 Trent Jones 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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