Dunes Golf & Beach Club
A historic Robert Trent Jones design and one of Myrtle Beach’s defining golf experiences, The Dunes Golf & Beach Club blends championship pedigree, coastal character, mature routing, and a tournament-stage reputation that still feels fresh in 2026.
A Grand Strand original with modern tournament bite.
The Dunes Golf & Beach Club is one of the courses that helped put Myrtle Beach golf on the map. Originally designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr., the layout has matured into a polished championship test with towering trees, strategic water, bold bunkering, and a coastal setting that gives the round its own pulse.
In 2026, The Dunes continues to stand as the host venue for the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic, bringing PGA TOUR golf back to the Grand Strand and giving everyday golfers a chance to play a course with current tournament relevance.
The course is best known for its famous stretch from holes 11 through 13, often referred to as “Alligator Alley.” The 13th hole, nicknamed “Waterloo,” wraps around Lake Singleton and remains one of the most recognizable holes in Myrtle Beach golf.
For golf groups, this is a signature itinerary course. It brings history, difficulty, prestige, and visual drama without feeling like a museum piece. The Dunes is still very much alive, sharp-edged, and ready to ask questions of every club in the bag.
Current PGA TOUR host
The Dunes is the host course for the 2026 ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic, giving the layout fresh tournament relevance and national attention.
Historic design
Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr. and dating back to 1948, The Dunes carries old-school architecture with a modern championship edge.
Waterloo finish
The famous 13th hole, “Waterloo,” anchors the course’s most dramatic stretch and remains one of the must-see holes on the Grand Strand.
Dunes Golf & Beach Club gallery
A look at the oceanfront setting, championship greens, tournament buildout, bunkering, and classic Myrtle Beach golf corridors.
Where The Dunes earns its reputation.
The Dunes Club asks golfers to manage the course, not simply overpower it. The public scorecard reaches 7,370 yards from the Gold tees, but the real test is finding the correct angles into guarded greens.
Water and bunkering shape the course’s best holes, especially through Alligator Alley. The 2026 PGA TOUR setup plays as a par 71 at 7,347 yards, which shows how tournament conditions can shift the personality of the same property.
For traveling golfers, The Dunes delivers the rare mix of history, current PGA TOUR relevance, and coastal Myrtle Beach scenery. It is a true anchor course for a premium golf package.
| Category | 2026 Course Details |
|---|---|
| Public Scorecard Par | 72 |
| Gold Tees | 7,370 yards · 76.1 rating · 148 slope |
| Blue Tees | 6,615 yards · 72.5 rating · 140 slope |
| White Tees | 6,168 yards · 70.6 rating · 135 slope |
| Green Tees | 5,790 yards · 68.3 rating · 130 slope |
| Red Tees | 5,310 yards · 71.6 rating · 132 slope |
| 2026 PGA TOUR Setup | Par 71 · 7,347 yards |
| Signature Stretch | Holes 11-13 · “Alligator Alley” |
| Famous Hole | No. 13 · “Waterloo” |
What’s available at The Dunes
A complete golf facility with the key amenities golfers expect from a premium Myrtle Beach round.
Bar
Club Rental
Golf Carts
Golf Shop
Restaurant
Driving Range
Add The Dunes to your 2026 golf trip.
The Dunes Golf & Beach Club is a premier choice for groups that want a historic Robert Trent Jones design, current PGA TOUR host status, coastal scenery, and one of the most recognizable golf experiences in Myrtle Beach.