Founders Club at Pawleys Island
About Founders Club at Pawleys Island
Founders Club at Pawleys Island is a 18-hole golf course located in Pawleys Island, South Carolina (29585).. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,936 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 148 and a course rating of 74.5.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 148, Founders Club at Pawleys Island is one of the more challenging courses in South Carolina, playing harder than 91% 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 8 tee sets ranging from 4,805 to 6,936 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
6,936
Slope
148
Rating
74.5
Course Difficulty Analysis
148
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 148 | 74.5 | 377 | 426 | 188 | 390 | 205 | 542 | 391 | 422 | 556 | 3497 | 538 | 184 | 509 | 368 | 443 | 389 | 144 | 496 | 368 | 3439 | 6,936 |
Blue | 142 | 73.0 | 368 | 409 | 172 | 371 | 179 | 522 | 391 | 396 | 526 | 3334 | 523 | 175 | 504 | 352 | 419 | 383 | 135 | 441 | 357 | 3289 | 6,623 |
White | 143 | 77.6 | 350 | 384 | 162 | 355 | 152 | 515 | 377 | 391 | 486 | 3172 | 503 | 159 | 485 | 334 | 386 | 360 | 125 | 422 | 332 | 3106 | 6,278 |
White | 136 | 71.6 | 350 | 384 | 162 | 355 | 152 | 515 | 377 | 391 | 486 | 3172 | 503 | 159 | 485 | 334 | 386 | 360 | 125 | 422 | 332 | 3106 | 6,278 |
Gold | 133 | 72.7 | 281 | 353 | 124 | 328 | 129 | 416 | 324 | 291 | 449 | 2695 | 428 | 131 | 429 | 310 | 351 | 291 | 115 | 367 | 290 | 2712 | 5,407 |
Gold | 122 | 67.7 | 281 | 353 | 124 | 328 | 129 | 416 | 324 | 291 | 449 | 2695 | 428 | 131 | 429 | 310 | 351 | 291 | 115 | 367 | 290 | 2712 | 5,407 |
Red | 120 | 69.3 | 252 | 327 | 106 | 298 | 109 | 381 | 248 | 253 | 397 | 2371 | 397 | 114 | 372 | 281 | 313 | 276 | 110 | 334 | 237 | 2434 | 4,805 |
Red | 117 | 65.0 | 252 | 327 | 106 | 298 | 109 | 381 | 248 | 253 | 397 | 2371 | 397 | 114 | 372 | 281 | 313 | 276 | 110 | 334 | 237 | 2434 | 4,805 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 17 | 1 | 13 | 3 | 15 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 12 | 10 | 14 | 2 | 16 | 18 | 6 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Founders Club at Pawleys Island offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,936 | 148 | 74.5 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,623 | 142 | 73.0 | 5-15 |
White | 6,278 | 143 | 77.6 | 5-15 |
White | 6,278 | 136 | 71.6 | 5-15 |
Gold | 5,407 | 133 | 72.7 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,407 | 122 | 67.7 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,805 | 120 | 69.3 | 25+ |
Red | 4,805 | 117 | 65.0 | 25+ |
Amenities at Founders Club at Pawleys Island
Founders Club at Pawleys Island features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Founders Club at Pawleys Island. 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 Founders Club at Pawleys Island a public or private golf course?expand_more
Founders Club at Pawleys Island is a public golf course located in Pawleys Island, SC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Founders Club at Pawleys Island have?expand_more
Founders Club at Pawleys Island is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Founders Club at Pawleys Island?expand_more
From the White tees, Founders Club at Pawleys Island plays to 6,278 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,805 to 6,936 yards.
What is the slope rating at Founders Club at Pawleys Island?expand_more
The Black tees at Founders Club at Pawleys Island have a slope rating of 148 and a course rating of 74.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Founders Club at Pawleys Island?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Founders Club at Pawleys Island. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Founders Club at Pawleys Island?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Founders Club at Pawleys Island. You can also visit their website directly at https://foundersclubpawleysisland.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Founders Club at Pawleys Island offer?expand_more
Founders Club at Pawleys Island offers a pro shop.
Where is Founders Club at Pawleys Island located?expand_more
Founders Club at Pawleys Island is located at 7829 Ocean Highway in Pawleys Island, SC 29585. You can reach them at +1-843-237-2299.
What is the difficulty level at Founders Club at Pawleys Island?expand_more
Founders Club at Pawleys Island is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 148. It plays harder than 91% 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 Founders Club at Pawleys Island?expand_more
Founders Club at Pawleys Island offers 8 tee sets. Black tees (6,936 yards, slope 148) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (4,805 yards, slope 117) 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 Founders Club at Pawleys Island?expand_more
Beginners at Founders Club at Pawleys Island should play the Red tees, which play 4,805 yards with a slope of 117. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Founders Club at Pawleys Island?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 133, rating 72.7) at Founders Club at Pawleys Island would have a course handicap of 18 and an expected score of approximately 90. 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 Founders Club at Pawleys Island?expand_more
A typical round at Founders Club at Pawleys Island 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.