Hilton Head
Palmetto Dunes Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course
Resort / ocean-adjacent
The RTJ Oceanfront Course is the Palmetto Dunes headliner. Good resort golf, good logistics, and just enough coastal flavor to keep the vacation mood intact.
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The take
The RTJ Oceanfront Course is the Palmetto Dunes headliner. Good resort golf, good logistics, and just enough coastal flavor to keep the vacation mood intact.
Best for
Resort groups and one oceanfront moment
Watch out
Limited true ocean exposure
How to play it
Strong resort play
Course intelligence
What you need to know
Strengths
- Palmetto Dunes convenience
- One real oceanfront moment
- Playable resort rhythm
- Broad appeal
Watch-outs
- Not oceanfront throughout
- Not elite architecture
- Can be over-described by the word "Oceanfront"
Signature holes
5, 10, 16, 18
Book it right
Cost, access, and timing
Green fees
Resort/public rate; verify current Palmetto Dunes pricing.
Best season
Best window: March-May and October-November Summer reality: Hot, humid, storm risk, crowded beach season Winter: Playable but cooler and less beach-forward Hurricane season: Late
Replay priority
Medium
Booking move
Secure Harbour Town first if it matters.
Weather read
Pick the right window.
Best window: March-May and October-November Summer reality: Hot, humid, storm risk, crowded beach season Winter: Playable but cooler and less beach-forward Hurricane season: Late summer/fall risk
Jan
59F / 40F
Sun Mixed; rain Medium
Feb
62F / 43F
Sun Mixed; rain Medium
Mar
68F / 49F
Sun Good; rain Medium
Apr
75F / 56F
Sun Best; rain Medium
May
82F / 64F
Sun Good; rain Medium
Jun
88F / 72F
Sun Hot; rain High
Google review
5/5 - 2 months ago
This Course is Must Play! absolutely beautiful & challenging. Staff was professional, courteous and Welcoming to all handicappers. Be sure to Visit Anna & Mackenzie in the Refreshment Shack for all your snacks & fill your coolers. Enjoy the many different kinds of wildlife as an
This Course is Must Play! absolutely beautiful & challenging. Staff was professional, courteous and Welcoming to all handicappers. Be sure to Visit Anna & Mackenzie in the Refreshment Shack for all your snacks & fill your coolers. Enjoy the many different kinds of wildlife as an
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Google review
5/5 - 4 months ago
Highlight of our trip! Palmetto Dunes (specifically Robert Trent Jones Course) was an absolute gem and a must play when in Hilton Head. State of the art technology and a great pro shop make the experience even better. Shout out to the employees, including Kevin from the bag room!
Highlight of our trip! Palmetto Dunes (specifically Robert Trent Jones Course) was an absolute gem and a must play when in Hilton Head. State of the art technology and a great pro shop make the experience even better. Shout out to the employees, including Kevin from the bag room!
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5/5 - 2 months ago
Came here to see family and golfed here most of the week. Had Doug Weaver as a golf instructor and he has been instrumental to my development in the game of golf, as well as a pleasure to be around. Great courses, great ambiance, and even better people. Would highly recommend and
Came here to see family and golfed here most of the week. Had Doug Weaver as a golf instructor and he has been instrumental to my development in the game of golf, as well as a pleasure to be around. Great courses, great ambiance, and even better people. Would highly recommend and
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