The Heritage Club

Location: Pawleys Island | Length: 7,118 yards | Par: 71

Opened in 1986 and designed by Dan Maples, the Heritage Club is a crown jewel of the famed Waccamaw Golf Trail and a must-play on any Myrtle Beach golf vacation. Set amid towering oaks, freshwater marshes, and remnants of centuries-old rice plantations, it perfectly captures the spirit of South Carolina’s Lowcountry golf.

Built on the historic True Blue and Midway Plantation lands, Heritage Club combines classic southern beauty with strategic design. Wide fairways weave through natural wetlands, while large, undulating greens and deep bunkers keep golfers honest.

Course highlights

• Authentic Lowcountry design – Routed through magnolia trees, live oaks, and marshland, offering a true southern golf experience
• Strategic challenge – Generous landing areas offset by well-protected greens and subtle elevation changes
• Picturesque setting – Historic plantation ruins, lakes, and creeks create a serene and scenic backdrop for every hole
• Highly rated – Regularly recognized by Golf Digest and Golfweek as one of Myrtle Beach’s top courses

Signature Holes

The par-5 18th hole provides a fittingly dramatic finish to the round. Stretching along the Waccamaw River, it demands an accurate drive between live oaks before setting up a bold risk-reward approach over water to a well-bunkered green. With its beauty and challenge, it perfectly encapsulates Heritage Club’s balance of grace and grit.

Clubhouse & amenities

Guests at Heritage Club enjoy a warm southern welcome and excellent facilities, including:

• Expansive practice area with a driving range, putting green, and chipping zone
• Classic plantation-style clubhouse featuring Heritage Pub & Grill, known for hearty southern breakfasts and post-round drinks overlooking the course
• Fully stocked pro shop offering top golf apparel and equipment

Did You Know?

Heritage Club was built on the site of two historic plantations dating back to the 1700s, with ancient oak trees and brick ruins still visible throughout the property.