Winter doesn’t have to mean putting the clubs away, especially along South Carolina’s Hammock Coast, where a sub-tropical climate and two of America’s best public courses are practically begging you to make a quick trip.
Caledonia Golf & Fish Club and True Blue Golf Club, a pair of Mike Strantz designs ranked among America’s Top 100 Resort Courses, make for a bucket list getaway, regardless of the season, but winter – to the surprise of some – brings its own advantages.
Winter Golf Without the Winter Weather
While golfers across much of the country are dealing with snow, frozen ground and months away from the game, the Myrtle Beach area is a year-round destination.
Sure, the occasional cold spell rolls through, but in Georgetown County the average daytime high in January – the area’s coldest month – is 59 degrees, a number most of us are more than happy to tee it up in.
Two Mike Strantz Masterpieces, Two Distinct Experiences
There is never a bad time to appreciate the architectural genius of Mike Strantz, and Caledonia and True Blue spotlight his creativity while providing completely different experiences.
Caledonia, Strantz’s first solo design, is a Lowcountry masterpiece, weaving through centuries-old live oaks and the marshy waters of the Waccamaw Neck. Carved from just 120 acres, it features an intimate routing, strategic challenges and one of America’s most famed finishing holes.
True Blue, meanwhile, showcases Strantz’s imagination on a grander scale. Expansive fairways, sprawling waste bunkers, and large greens create a layout that is both visually stunning and intimidating.
Great Golf, Winter Value
Caledonia and True Blue have earned national acclaim, and playing premier courses during a shoulder season delivers even more value. Winter is traditionally a slower time of year along the Hammock Coast, providing even more incentive to book a weekend getaway. Throw in holiday weekends in January and February and a last-minute trip becomes even more enticing.
The Perfect Setting for a Winter Escape
A trip to Caledonia and True Blue is about more than golf.
Located in Pawleys Island, just south of Myrtle Beach, the courses are surrounded by natural beauty and the laid-back charm that help define the area.
Winter visitors can enjoy a quieter side of the destination, with easy access to local restaurants, Brookgreen Gardens, the rich history of Hobcaw Barony, and an evening along Murrells Inlet’s always enjoyable Marshwalk.
A Winter Golf Getaway Worth Planning
For golfers tired of watching the winter weather forecast and counting the days until spring, Caledonia and True Blue offer a welcome alternative. With generally mild temperatures, attractive seasonal rates and two of America’s most celebrated public courses, a winter trip to Pawleys Island might be just what your golf game – and your spirits – need.
For more information, visit CaledoniaGolfandFishClub.com, TrueBlueGolf.com, or CaledoniaGolfVacations.com.