Dolphin Head Golf Club
Course at a glance
Dolphin Head Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina (29928). The course was designed by Gary Player and opened in 1974. From the Black tees, Dolphin Head Golf Club plays to 6,606 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 4,760 to 6,606 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 72.9, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 35% of rated golf courses in South Carolina. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bermuda grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Dolphin Head Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Dolphin Head Golf Club
Dolphin Head Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina (29928). The course was designed by Gary Player and established in 1974. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,606 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 72.9.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 135, Dolphin Head Golf Club is more accessible than most courses in South Carolina. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,760 to 6,606 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Par
72
Length
6,606
Slope
135
Rating
72.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
135
This Course
137
SC Average
113
US Average
Based on 201 rated courses in South Carolina
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 135 | 72.9 | 513 | 344 | 359 | 173 | 364 | 432 | 204 | 395 | 515 | 3299 | 371 | 382 | 211 | 523 | 341 | 444 | 360 | 181 | 494 | 3307 | 6,606 |
Blue | 133 | 72.1 | 500 | 338 | 350 | 167 | 359 | 411 | 194 | 385 | 507 | 3211 | 353 | 373 | 200 | 513 | 336 | 423 | 351 | 172 | 489 | 3210 | 6,421 |
White | 130 | 71.0 | 465 | 332 | 328 | 154 | 349 | 401 | 176 | 375 | 486 | 3066 | 343 | 365 | 190 | 504 | 331 | 399 | 341 | 160 | 470 | 3103 | 6,169 |
Member | 122 | 68.7 | 465 | 332 | 328 | 135 | 276 | 348 | 147 | 345 | 486 | 2862 | 288 | 334 | 153 | 504 | 331 | 325 | 341 | 143 | 470 | 2889 | 5,751 |
GoldWomen's | 129 | 73.0 | 436 | 325 | 315 | 135 | 276 | 348 | 147 | 345 | 457 | 2784 | 288 | 334 | 153 | 463 | 276 | 325 | 315 | 143 | 428 | 2725 | 5,509 |
GoldMen's | 119 | 67.1 | 436 | 325 | 315 | 135 | 276 | 348 | 147 | 345 | 457 | 2784 | 288 | 334 | 153 | 463 | 276 | 325 | 315 | 143 | 428 | 2725 | 5,509 |
Red | 127 | 71.9 | 435 | 297 | 295 | 117 | 273 | 342 | 143 | 339 | 453 | 2694 | 285 | 332 | 145 | 460 | 272 | 320 | 300 | 131 | 421 | 2666 | 5,360 |
Red | 118 | 66.3 | 435 | 297 | 295 | 117 | 273 | 342 | 143 | 339 | 453 | 2694 | 285 | 332 | 145 | 460 | 272 | 320 | 300 | 131 | 421 | 2666 | 5,360 |
GreenWomen's | 119 | 68.6 | 385 | 267 | 280 | 117 | 260 | 280 | 125 | 286 | 380 | 2380 | 280 | 285 | 145 | 385 | 250 | 280 | 290 | 110 | 355 | 2380 | 4,760 |
GreenMen's | 116 | 65.0 | 385 | 267 | 280 | 117 | 260 | 280 | 125 | 286 | 380 | 2380 | 280 | 285 | 145 | 385 | 250 | 280 | 290 | 110 | 355 | 2380 | 4,760 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 9 | 15 | 11 | 5 | 1 | 17 | 7 | 3 | 12 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 2 | 8 | 16 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Dolphin Head Golf Club offers 10 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,606 | 135 | 72.9 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,421 | 133 | 72.1 | 5-15 |
White | 6,169 | 130 | 71.0 | 12-22 |
Member | 5,751 | 122 | 68.7 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,509 | 129 | 73.0 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,509 | 119 | 67.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,360 | 127 | 71.9 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,360 | 118 | 66.3 | 20-30 |
Green | 4,760 | 119 | 68.6 | 25+ |
Green | 4,760 | 116 | 65.0 | 25+ |
Amenities at Dolphin Head Golf Club
Dolphin Head Golf Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Dolphin Head Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dolphin Head Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Dolphin Head Golf Club is a public golf course located in Hilton Head Island, SC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Dolphin Head Golf Club have?
Dolphin Head Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1974. The course was designed by Gary Player.
What is the yardage at Dolphin Head Golf Club?
From the White tees, Dolphin Head Golf Club plays to 6,169 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,760 to 6,606 yards.
What is the slope rating at Dolphin Head Golf Club?
The Black tees at Dolphin Head Golf Club have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 72.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Dolphin Head Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Dolphin Head Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Dolphin Head Golf Club?
Visit the official course website at https://dolphinheadgc.com/ or call +1-843-681-5550 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Dolphin Head Golf Club offer?
Dolphin Head Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Dolphin Head Golf Club located?
Dolphin Head Golf Club is located at 56 High Bluff Rd in Hilton Head Island, SC 29928. You can reach them at +1-843-681-5550.
What is the difficulty level at Dolphin Head Golf Club?
Dolphin Head Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 135. It plays harder than 35% of golf courses in South Carolina. The average slope rating in South Carolina is 137. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Dolphin Head Golf Club?
Dolphin Head Golf Club offers 10 tee sets. Black tees (6,606 yards, slope 135) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Green tees (4,760 yards, slope 116) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Dolphin Head Golf Club?
Beginners at Dolphin Head Golf Club should play the Green tees, which play 4,760 yards with a slope of 116. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Dolphin Head Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold tees (slope 119, rating 67.1) at Dolphin Head Golf Club has a course handicap of 11, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Dolphin Head Golf Club?
A typical round at Dolphin Head Golf Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.