Founders Club at Pawleys Island
Course at a glance
Founders Club at Pawleys Island is an 18-hole golf course in Pawleys Island, South Carolina (29585). From the Black tees, Founders Club at Pawleys Island plays to 6,936 yards at par 72. The course offers 8 sets of tees ranging from 4,805 to 6,936 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 148 and a course rating of 74.5, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 89% of rated golf courses in South Carolina. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at 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 89% of rated 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
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
148
This Course
137
SC Average
113
US Average
Based on 184 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 |
WhiteWomen's | 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 |
WhiteMen's | 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 |
GoldWomen's | 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 |
GoldMen's | 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. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| 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.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Founders Club at Pawleys Island. 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 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
Visit the official course website at https://foundersclubpawleysisland.com/ or call +1-843-237-2299 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
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 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 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 uses the 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.