Palmetto Hall Plantation

108 Fort Howell Drive,

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina SC 29926

  • Office

    +1 (843) 681 1750
  • Pro shop

    +1 (800) 2-FIND-18 (toll free)
  • Golf pro

    Parker Mulford (PGA, Head Professional).

About the course

  • The Course:

    18 holes. Tree-lined & open parkland. Gently undulating terrain - easy to walk.

  • Surroundings:

    Woodland, marshland and residential.

  • Designer:

    Bob Cupp.

Back
tees
Club
tees
Front
tees
Yards
7079
6042
5220
Par
72
72
72
SSS or slope
75.6
69.9
71

At the same location:

Above distances are for the Robert Cupp course. Also at Palmetto Hall is the 18-hole Arthur Hills course (par-72; 6918 yds from back tees).

Location

Latitude:

32.232555

Longitude:

-80.709489

How to get there:

Northern end of Hilton Head Island

Leave i-95 at exit 8 and follow Hwy 278 direction Hilton Head Island. Where the 278 splits into the Cross Island Parkway (278 E) and William Hilton Parkway (278 E), follow William Hilton Parkway. After 2.1 mile turn left into Beach City Road. After o.4 mile turn left at sign for Palmetto Hall and follow direction to Arthur Hill & Robert Cup courses.

Palmetto Hall Plantation (Robert Cupp course)

3-PLUS: Good course - several memorable features; worthy of 3½ stars.

Est. 1993

Palmetto Hall Plantation (Robert Cupp course): located just northwest of Hilton Head island Airport, Palmetta Hall is one of Hilton Head's best known golfing venues. It offers two 18-hole championship layouts, in the guise of the Arthur Hills and Robert Cupp courses.

Some of Robert Cupp's original design concepts here, featuring sharp lines and angles, and symmetrical forms, have mellowed with time. But for this computer-aided design layout, it still offers something a bit different from the norm. The pyramid-shaped mounding, geometric bunkering and straight-edged water hazards are special in their own way, as is the good mix of holes with water and those without.

The course offers a good golfing challenge, although it can feel a tad more open than its tougher sister-course at Palmetto Hall Plantation (the Arthur Hills course). Like its sibling, the Cupp course is well-maintained as it meanders through a predominantly natural woodland/marshland environment. Beyond the Cupp course to the northeast lies another course in the Heritage Golf Collection ... Oyster Reef.

List of courses: Hilton Head, SC

Visitors

Who can play and when?

Visitors welcome on weekdays and weekends.

Must book in advance.

Green fees

Visitor fee, 18-holes at peak times in high season (spring/fall): $130-$190 (dynamic pricing applies). Golf cart included.

Contact club for full details, discounts, packages, etc. [Last updated: 2024].

Other information

Non-metal spike facility. Walking permitted.

Practice facilities

Good

Did you know?

Palmetto Hall is a member of the Virginia-based Heritage Golf Group. The Heritage Collection includes several top rated golf properties in California, Texas, Georgia, Florida, Michigan, North Carolina and South Carolina. Heritage Group properties on Hilton Head Island include the courses at Palmetto Hall, Oyster Reef, Port Royal and Shipyard.

Where2Stay

  • Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa4-star

    One Hotel Circle, Hilton Head, South Carolina 29928

    +1 (843) 686 8400

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    One of the closest and largest resort hotels to Hilton Head's expansive beach. This 513-room oceanfront Hilton hotel also offers close proximity to the three courses of Palmetto Dunes Golf Club, as well as local airports, shopping, restaurants and popular tourist attractions. Hilton's deluxe guest rooms provide stunning ocean views, as well as everything you need for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.

    • Golf at this hotel:

      Palmetto Dunes courses (Trent Jones, Fazio, Arthur Hills)

    • Golf within 5 miles:

      Shipyard; Golden Bear at Indigo Run; Palmetto Hall courses; Oyster Reef; Port Royal courses.

    • Golf within 20 miles:

      Harbour Town; Sea Pines (Ocean and Heron Point courses); Hilton Head National; Daufuskie Island courses.

  • Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort4-star

    23 Ocean Lane, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina 29938

    +1 (843) 842 8000

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    Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort overlooks the Atlantic Ocean, with easy access to a beautiful beach and three championship golf courses. As part of the prestigious Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort Community, it’s an oustanding destination among Hilton Head resorts. With access to 11 miles of lagoon trails, tennis courts, swimming pools, wellness areas and a spa, guests can fill their days with enriching experiences.

    • Golf at this hotel:

      Palmetto Dunes courses (Trent Jones, Fazio, Arthur Hills)

    • Golf within 5 miles:

      Shipyard; Golden Bear @ Indigo Run; Palmetto Hall courses; Oyster Reef; Port Royal courses.

    • Golf within 20 miles:

      Harbour Town; Sea Pines (Ocean and Sea Pines courses); Hilton Head National; Daufuskie Island courses.

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