Long Cove Club
About Long Cove Club
Long Cove Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina (29928). The course was designed by Pete Dye and established in 1980. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 7,026 yards with a par of 71. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 147 and a course rating of 75.2.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 147, Long Cove Club is one of the more challenging courses in South Carolina, playing harder than 89% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 3,523 to 7,026 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
71
Length
7,026
Slope
147
Rating
75.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
147
This Course
137
SC Average
113
US Average
Based on 182 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 147 | 75.2 | 423 | 196 | 539 | 384 | 317 | 527 | 443 | 233 | 428 | 3490 | 409 | 372 | 460 | 163 | 417 | 590 | 460 | 205 | 460 | 3536 | 7,026 |
Blue | 140 | 72.6 | 400 | 162 | 527 | 362 | 305 | 513 | 430 | 195 | 385 | 3279 | 398 | 372 | 420 | 137 | 388 | 565 | 389 | 186 | 429 | 3284 | 6,563 |
Black | 137 | 71.7 | 400 | 162 | 527 | 362 | 305 | 513 | 400 | 165 | 385 | 3219 | 387 | 372 | 400 | 137 | 388 | 530 | 389 | 186 | 371 | 3160 | 6,379 |
White | 145 | 76.7 | 367 | 151 | 509 | 352 | 291 | 504 | 400 | 165 | 344 | 3083 | 354 | 342 | 400 | 125 | 374 | 530 | 361 | 176 | 371 | 3033 | 6,116 |
White | 136 | 70.3 | 367 | 151 | 509 | 352 | 291 | 504 | 400 | 165 | 344 | 3083 | 354 | 342 | 400 | 125 | 374 | 530 | 361 | 176 | 371 | 3033 | 6,116 |
Silver | 142 | 75.2 | 341 | 151 | 493 | 329 | 291 | 470 | 379 | 165 | 344 | 2963 | 340 | 326 | 340 | 125 | 359 | 530 | 346 | 152 | 360 | 2878 | 5,841 |
Silver | 132 | 69.1 | 341 | 151 | 493 | 329 | 291 | 470 | 379 | 165 | 344 | 2963 | 340 | 326 | 340 | 125 | 359 | 530 | 346 | 152 | 360 | 2878 | 5,841 |
Championship | 140 | 74.7 | 358 | 145 | 470 | 329 | 276 | 470 | 379 | 150 | 321 | 2898 | 340 | 326 | 379 | 112 | 359 | 495 | 346 | 143 | 361 | 2861 | 5,759 |
Green | 134 | 72.7 | 341 | 135 | 446 | 329 | 276 | 445 | 330 | 150 | 321 | 2773 | 296 | 326 | 340 | 112 | 313 | 444 | 346 | 143 | 320 | 2640 | 5,413 |
Green | 124 | 67.1 | 341 | 135 | 446 | 329 | 276 | 445 | 330 | 150 | 321 | 2773 | 296 | 326 | 340 | 112 | 313 | 444 | 346 | 143 | 320 | 2640 | 5,413 |
Red | 127 | 70.6 | 341 | 100 | 446 | 294 | 229 | 425 | 317 | 124 | 281 | 2557 | 296 | 311 | 328 | 88 | 313 | 444 | 318 | 116 | 312 | 2526 | 5,083 |
Family | 106 | 61.4 | 190 | 88 | 295 | 204 | 160 | 319 | 219 | 111 | 210 | 1796 | 220 | 187 | 208 | 79 | 197 | 329 | 175 | 108 | 224 | 1727 | 3,523 |
Family | 108 | 60.0 | 190 | 88 | 295 | 204 | 160 | 319 | 219 | 111 | 210 | 1796 | 220 | 187 | 208 | 79 | 197 | 329 | 175 | 108 | 224 | 1727 | 3,523 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 17 | 1 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 9 | 12 | 10 | 4 | 18 | 2 | 8 | 14 | 16 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Long Cove Club offers 13 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 7,026 | 147 | 75.2 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,563 | 140 | 72.6 | 5-15 |
Black | 6,379 | 137 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
White | 6,116 | 145 | 76.7 | 12-22 |
White | 6,116 | 136 | 70.3 | 12-22 |
Silver | 5,841 | 142 | 75.2 | 12-22 |
Silver | 5,841 | 132 | 69.1 | 12-22 |
Championship | 5,759 | 140 | 74.7 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,413 | 134 | 72.7 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,413 | 124 | 67.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,083 | 127 | 70.6 | 20-30 |
Family | 3,523 | 106 | 61.4 | 25+ |
Family | 3,523 | 108 | 60.0 | 25+ |
Amenities at Long Cove Club
Long Cove Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Long Cove Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Long Cove Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Long Cove 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 Long Cove Club have?expand_more
Long Cove Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1980. The course was designed by Pete Dye.
What is the yardage at Long Cove Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Long Cove Club plays to 6,116 yards (par 71). The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 3,523 to 7,026 yards.
What is the slope rating at Long Cove Club?expand_more
The Gold tees at Long Cove Club have a slope rating of 147 and a course rating of 75.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Long Cove Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Long Cove Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Long Cove Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Long Cove Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://longcoveclub.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Long Cove Club offer?expand_more
Long Cove Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Long Cove Club located?expand_more
Long Cove Club is located at 44 Long Cove Dr in Hilton Head Island, SC 29928. You can reach them at 843-686-1020.
What is the difficulty level at Long Cove Club?expand_more
Long Cove Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 147. It plays harder than 89% 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 Long Cove Club?expand_more
Long Cove Club offers 13 tee sets. Gold tees (7,026 yards, slope 147) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Family tees (3,523 yards, slope 108) 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 Long Cove Club?expand_more
Beginners at Long Cove Club should play the Family tees, which play 3,523 yards with a slope of 108. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Long Cove Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Silver tees (slope 132, rating 69.1) at Long Cove Club would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 87. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Long Cove Club?expand_more
A typical round at Long Cove 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.