Sea Trail – Dan Maples Course
A restored Dan Maples design in Sunset Beach, North Carolina, the Maples Course at Sea Trail blends Carolina pines, ancient oaks, Calabash Creek scenery, renovated greens, refined bunkering, expanded natural areas, and a classic resort-course rhythm.
A Sea Trail original, restored for modern play.
The Dan Maples Course is one of Sea Trail Golf Resort’s original layouts and remains one of the most naturally framed rounds on the property. Twisted oaks, tall Carolina pines, waste areas, renovated bunkers, and Calabash Creek scenery give the course its classic Sunset Beach personality.
Sea Trail’s current course page lists the restored Maples Course at 6,374 yards and par 72 after its 2025 renovation. The project rebuilt the greens, improved drainage, refined bunkers, expanded natural areas, improved sightlines, and enhanced turf conditions while preserving the course’s classic Dan Maples character.
MyrtleBeachGolf.com also lists Maples with 6,374 championship yards, 5,899 men’s yards, and 4,771 ladies yards, while PlayGolfMyrtleBeach references the older 6,797-yard championship setup. For 2026 content, the official restored yardage should be treated as the primary current number.
For a 2026 Myrtle Beach golf trip, Maples is a strong Sea Trail pick for groups that want a refreshed course, improved playability, a more natural look, and the kind of traditional tree-lined golf that makes the round feel settled rather than manufactured.
Restored in 2025
The Maples Course was restored with rebuilt greens, improved drainage, refined bunkering, enhanced turf, and cleaner sightlines throughout the round.
Calabash Creek setting
Five holes run alongside scenic Calabash Creek, giving the course a peaceful coastal Carolina backdrop and a nature-preserve feel.
Natural-area expansion
The renovation expanded natural areas and widened fairways, creating a cleaner, more playable look while keeping the course’s classic Maples personality.
Sea Trail Dan Maples Course gallery
A look at the restored Maples Course’s new green complexes, natural waste areas, Calabash Creek views, mature trees, renovated bunkers, and refreshed Sea Trail scenery.
How the Maples Course plays.
Maples is accuracy-minded without feeling harsh. The restored layout gives golfers cleaner sightlines and more playable width, but the trees, waste areas, bunkers, and creek-side holes still reward thoughtful placement.
The new TifEagle greens and updated surrounds put more emphasis on approach control. Being in the right section of the fairway matters because many greens are easier to attack from one angle than another.
For 2026 trips, Maples is a smart Sea Trail round for mixed groups. It feels refreshed, scenic, and more intuitive, while still asking players to manage the ball instead of simply chasing distance.
| Category | Useful Course Details |
|---|---|
| Official Current Yardage | 6,374 yards · par 72 |
| MBG Championship Listing | 6,374 yards · 73.0 rating · 133 slope |
| MBG Men’s Listing | 5,899 yards · 70.8 rating · 128 slope |
| MBG Ladies Listing | 4,771 yards · 68.9 rating · 119 slope |
| Older Championship Reference | PlayGolfMyrtleBeach lists 6,797 yards · 72.8 rating · 132 slope |
| Renovation | Restored in 2025 and reopened for 2026 play |
| Greens | New TifEagle Bermuda greens |
| Bunkers | Updated bunkers with Tahoma 31 bunker turf referenced in 2026 venue notes |
| Natural Areas | Expanded native areas and wider fairways after renovation |
| Signature Setting | Five holes run along scenic Calabash Creek |
| Cart / Routing Note | Cart paths removed during restoration, with designated paths and natural waste-area routing |
| Recognition | 2004/2005 Golf Digest 50 Best Courses in Myrtle Beach and 2006 Golf Digest Top 100 Courses in North Carolina noted by MyrtleBeachGolf.com |
What’s available at Sea Trail Maples
Sea Trail Maples offers the core pieces golf groups need for a complete resort round: bar, restaurant, golf shop, carts, club rentals, instruction, shuttle service, and on-site Sea Trail stay-and-play convenience.
Bar
Club Rental
Golf Carts
Golf Shop
Restaurant
Golf Instruction
Add Sea Trail Maples to your 2026 golf trip.
The Dan Maples Course at Sea Trail is a strong choice for groups that want a recently restored course, classic Sunset Beach scenery, Calabash Creek views, new TifEagle greens, refined bunkering, and a smoother resort round with traditional Carolina character.