Dye Course

at Barefoot Resort & Golf

Location: Myrtle Beach | Style: Links Inspired | Length: 7,343 yards | Par: 72

Opened in 2000 and designed by the legendary Pete Dye, the Dye Course at Barefoot Resort is a bold and unforgettable layout that epitomizes his trademark philosophy of strategic challenge and visual drama. Measuring over 7,300 yards from the back tees, this links-style par-72 course is a masterclass in risk-reward golf, where precision is rewarded and errant shots are punished.

Framed by sprawling waste areas, native grasses, and carefully placed hazards, the Dye Course delivers a round that is as visually striking as it is strategically demanding. With multiple teeing options, it remains playable for golfers of all skill levels, yet every shot demands thought and execution.

Course highlights

• Signature Pete Dye design – Emphasizing angles, bold bunkering, and strategic risk-reward play
• Championship pedigree – Host site of the “Monday After the Masters” celebrity tournament
• Variety of playing surfaces – Champion UltraDwarf Bermuda greens, GN-1 Bermuda fairways, and contrasting Centipede/Zoysia roughs
• Coastal scenery – Routed through Carolina Bay terrain with natural marshland views
• Accessible for all golfers – Five sets of tees ensure playability without sacrificing challenge

Signature Holes

While every hole reflects Dye’s flair for drama, the 18th hole stands as a fitting finale. A Cape-style par 4 that bends around water, it tempts players to bite off as much as they dare from the tee, setting up a nervy approach into a green guarded tightly by hazards.

It’s a classic example of Dye’s philosophy: bold play can yield reward, but a single misstep will cost you.

Clubhouse & amenities

The Dye Clubhouse is as impressive as the course itself, with panoramic views over holes 9, 10, and 18. Inside, guests enjoy refined dining, a private members’ lounge, and a welcoming atmosphere perfect for relaxing post-round.

The facilities extend to a full practice area, locker rooms, and the luxurious Dye Villas, offering upscale accommodation just steps from the course.

Did You Know?

• The Dye Course is the only semi-private course at Barefoot Resort, giving it an exclusive feel.
• Pete Dye incorporated wide waste bunkers and dramatic visual deception to challenge golfers’ confidence as much as their skill.
• The course has been ranked the 56th best in South Carolina by Top 100 Golf Courses.