Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course
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Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Kiawah Island, South Carolina (29455). The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus and established in 1981. From the Championship tees, the course plays to 7,820 yards with a par of 72. The Championship tees carry a slope rating of 155 and a course rating of 79.1.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 155, Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course is one of the more challenging courses in South Carolina, playing harder than 100% 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 11 tee sets ranging from 5,327 to 7,820 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
7,820
Slope
155
Rating
79.1
Course Difficulty Analysis
155
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Championship | 155 | 79.1 | 395 | 557 | 390 | 479 | 214 | 480 | 579 | 197 | 499 | 3790 | 447 | 593 | 486 | 497 | 238 | 444 | 603 | 221 | 501 | 4030 | 7,820 |
Tournament | 153 | 76.8 | 395 | 543 | 390 | 453 | 207 | 455 | 527 | 197 | 464 | 3631 | 439 | 562 | 466 | 404 | 194 | 421 | 579 | 221 | 439 | 3725 | 7,356 |
Ocean | 148 | 73.9 | 375 | 528 | 367 | 432 | 185 | 377 | 505 | 170 | 415 | 3354 | 378 | 521 | 420 | 371 | 171 | 391 | 555 | 197 | 421 | 3425 | 6,779 |
Dye | 143 | 78.6 | 365 | 501 | 319 | 401 | 177 | 345 | 493 | 166 | 406 | 3173 | 360 | 506 | 412 | 364 | 161 | 381 | 540 | 182 | 396 | 3302 | 6,475 |
Dye | 139 | 72.4 | 365 | 501 | 319 | 401 | 177 | 345 | 493 | 166 | 406 | 3173 | 360 | 506 | 412 | 364 | 161 | 381 | 540 | 160 | 396 | 3280 | 6,453 |
Kiawah | 140 | 77.0 | 357 | 495 | 310 | 396 | 171 | 331 | 484 | 151 | 399 | 3094 | 347 | 476 | 398 | 333 | 151 | 358 | 491 | 168 | 386 | 3108 | 6,202 |
Kiawah | 134 | 71.1 | 357 | 495 | 310 | 396 | 171 | 331 | 484 | 151 | 399 | 3094 | 347 | 476 | 398 | 333 | 151 | 358 | 491 | 168 | 386 | 3108 | 6,202 |
Governors | 136 | 75.1 | 357 | 419 | 310 | 328 | 171 | 331 | 484 | 151 | 344 | 2895 | 347 | 476 | 326 | 333 | 151 | 358 | 491 | 168 | 314 | 2964 | 5,859 |
Governors | 132 | 69.1 | 357 | 419 | 310 | 328 | 171 | 331 | 484 | 151 | 344 | 2895 | 347 | 476 | 326 | 333 | 151 | 358 | 491 | 168 | 314 | 2964 | 5,859 |
Carolina | 130 | 72.2 | 306 | 419 | 268 | 328 | 117 | 299 | 432 | 105 | 344 | 2618 | 310 | 440 | 326 | 312 | 132 | 306 | 447 | 122 | 314 | 2709 | 5,327 |
Carolina | 125 | 66.4 | 306 | 419 | 268 | 328 | 117 | 299 | 432 | 105 | 344 | 2618 | 310 | 440 | 326 | 312 | 132 | 306 | 447 | 122 | 314 | 2709 | 5,327 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 15 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 11 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 5 | 16 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 14 | 18 | 4 | 12 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course offers 11 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Championship | 7,820 | 155 | 79.1 | 0-5 |
Tournament | 7,356 | 153 | 76.8 | 0-5 |
Ocean | 6,779 | 148 | 73.9 | 0-5 |
Dye | 6,475 | 143 | 78.6 | 5-15 |
Dye | 6,453 | 139 | 72.4 | 5-15 |
Kiawah | 6,202 | 140 | 77.0 | 5-15 |
Kiawah | 6,202 | 134 | 71.1 | 5-15 |
Governors | 5,859 | 136 | 75.1 | 12-22 |
Governors | 5,859 | 132 | 69.1 | 12-22 |
Carolina | 5,327 | 130 | 72.2 | 20-30 |
Carolina | 5,327 | 125 | 66.4 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course
Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course. 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 Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course is a public golf course located in Kiawah Island, SC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course have?expand_more
Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1981. The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus.
What is the yardage at Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course?expand_more
From the Tournament tees, Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course plays to 7,356 yards (par 72). The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 5,327 to 7,820 yards.
What is the slope rating at Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course?expand_more
The Championship tees at Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course have a slope rating of 155 and a course rating of 79.1. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course. You can also visit their website directly at https://kiawahresort.com/golf/the-ocean-course/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course offer?expand_more
Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course located?expand_more
Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course is located at 12 Kiawah Beach Dr in Kiawah Island, SC 29455. You can reach them at +1-843-266-4670.
What is the difficulty level at Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course?expand_more
Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 155. It plays harder than 100% 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 Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course?expand_more
Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course offers 11 tee sets. Championship tees (7,820 yards, slope 155) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Carolina tees (5,327 yards, slope 125) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course?expand_more
Beginners at Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course should play the Carolina tees, which play 5,327 yards with a slope of 125. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Kiawah tees (slope 140, rating 77.0) at Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course would have a course handicap of 24 and an expected score of approximately 96. 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 Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course?expand_more
A typical round at Kiawah Island Golf Resort - The Ocean Course 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.