If a North Myrtle Beach golf trip is on your calendar, The Dye Club at Barefoot Resort deserves a spot on your tee sheet. Designed by legendary golf architect Pete Dye, this semi-private course combines strategic challenges, natural beauty, and thoughtful design elements that appeal to golfers seeking a premium round.
The course has earned recognition as one of the best golf courses at Barefoot Resort. Whether you’re planning a golf getaway or exploring the top courses in Myrtle Beach, this guide covers everything you need to know, including location details, course highlights, player experiences, and essential playing information.
Why golfers choose The Dye Club at Barefoot Resort
The Dye Club at Barefoot Resort opened in 2000 and quickly gained recognition as the most challenging course at Barefoot Resort. This par-72 championship layout stretches up to 7,343 yards from the back tees and offers five tee options, allowing golfers of different skill levels to enjoy a comfortable yet rewarding round.
Located within the gated Dye Estates community, the course is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Carolina landscape and bordered by the white sands of Carolina Bays. As the only semi-private facility at Barefoot Resort, The Dye Club offers a unique golf experience compared with the resort’s other championship courses, including the Norman, Love, and Fazio layouts.
Course design features and signature holes at The Dye Club
Pete Dye’s signature design philosophy is showcased throughout this challenging layout, with features such as railroad ties, deep waste bunkers, strategic mounding, and carefully contoured greens that reward accurate approach shots. Every element is positioned to test a golfer’s decision-making and course management skills.
The course’s natural beauty is enhanced by its carefully selected grass varieties. The fairways feature GN-1 Bermuda grass, a hybrid developed by Greg Norman Turf, while the approaches use Tifdwarf Bermuda, and the greens are covered with Champion UltraDwarf grass. Centipede and Zoysia grass roughs complete the design, creating the dramatic, layered appearance that makes The Dye Club a memorable golf experience.
Where is The Dye Club at Barefoot Resort located?
The address of The Dye Club at Barefoot Resort is 2600 Pete Dye Drive, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582. Located near the Intracoastal Waterway, the course is just a short drive from Barefoot Landing’s shopping, dining, and entertainment attractions, making it a convenient choice for golfers visiting the Myrtle Beach area.
Set within the Barefoot Resort community, The Dye Club shares the property with three other championship layouts: the Norman, Love, and Fazio courses. The resort also features clubhouses and a variety of accommodation options. Its convenient location makes The Dye Club an ideal choice for golfers looking to enjoy a premium round during their North Myrtle Beach golf getaway.
The Dye Club at Barefoot Resort scorecard, yardage, and tee options
With five tee options available, golfers can choose the distance that best suits their game:
| Tee | Rating / Slope | Yardage | Par |
| Platinum | 76.0 / 143 | 7,343 | 72 |
| Black | 72.9 / 134 | 6,634 | 72 |
| White | M 69.7/128, W 75.3/143 | 6,005 | 72 |
| Green | M 67.2/119, W 72.8/122 | 5,504 | 72 |
| Gold | M 64.8/111, W 69.8/124 | 5,021 | 72 |
For golfers who want a hole-by-hole breakdown, here are the front and back nines from the Black tees:
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 |
| Yards | 375 | 350 | 165 | 360 | 564 | 175 | 435 | 486 | 410 | 3,320 |
| Hole | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 |
| Yards | 315 | 402 | 494 | 354 | 429 | 204 | 526 | 175 | 415 | 3,314 |
The Dye Club at Barefoot Resort Reviews, Ranking & Accolades
The Dye Club at Barefoot Resort has earned recognition from golfers and industry experts for its Pete Dye-designed layout, strategic challenges, and championship-level playing experience. The course holds a 4.5-star rating on Google, with visitors highlighting its scenic views, excellent course conditions, and memorable design.
The Dye Course has received several industry accolades, including:
- Named “Best: State-by-State Courses You Can Play” by Golfweek (2017)
- Named “North America Golf Resort of the Year” by IAGTO (2017)
- Ranked No. 14 in “Best Courses You Can Play in South Carolina” by Golf Magazine (2016–2017)
- Recognized as “Best You Can Play on the Grand Strand” by the SC Golf Course Ratings Panel (2013–2015)
- Named “Best: Next 100 Resort Courses” by Golfweek (2015)
- Ranked No. 13 in “Best Public Courses You Can Play in South Carolina” by Golf Magazine (2014)
- Named “Golf Course of the Year” by MBAGCOA/SCGCOA (2013)
- Ranked No. 8 in “Top 20 Best Public Golf Courses in South Carolina” by Golf Magazine (2012)
- Ranked No. 14 in “Top 60 Courses in Myrtle Beach” by Golf Digest (2010)
- Ranked No. 99 in “America’s 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses” by Golf Digest (2009)
With its award-winning design and reputation for quality, The Dye Club remains one of the most highly regarded courses at Barefoot Resort.
The Dye Club green fees and tee time options
Green fees at The Dye Club at Barefoot Resort vary by season, with rates typically highest in spring and fall and lower in summer and winter. Booking through Coastal Golfaway makes it easy to secure current rates and plan your ideal golf package.
With Coastal Golfaway’s multi-round discount, you can save 10% on every round when you play three or more courses during your trip. Pair your round at The Dye Club with a stay-and-play package to experience the resort’s other championship layouts, including the Norman, Love, and Fazio courses, for a complete golf getaway.
Experience The Dye Course before your visit
From the white sand waste bunkers to the water-lined 18th hole, The Dye Club at Barefoot Resort is one of the most photographed courses in Myrtle Beach. Aerial views of the par 3s, dramatic green complexes, and unique course features give golfers a closer look at Pete Dye’s strategic design and the challenges they can expect during their round.
When planning your golf package, ask the Coastal Golfaway team for photos of The Dye Club at Barefoot Resort, villa images, and additional details to help you prepare for your stay and experience the course with confidence.
Plan your round with Coastal Golfaway
Coastal Golfaway specializes in Barefoot Resort and North Myrtle Beach golf packages, offering access to preferred tee times, villa lodging, and multi-round savings. Whether you’re planning a buddies’ trip or a family golf getaway, our team can build a custom itinerary around the Dye Club and the rest of Barefoot Resort. Call us today for a free quote and start planning your trip.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Dye Club at Barefoot Resort worth playing?
Yes. It is widely regarded as the most challenging and visually striking course at Barefoot Resort, with tournament pedigree and a layout that rewards smart course management.
Can you book tee times at The Dye Club online?
Yes, but golfers booking a full Myrtle Beach trip typically get better pricing and preferred tee times by working with a golf travel specialist like Coastal Golfaway.
How difficult is the Dye Club course?
It plays as the toughest of Barefoot’s four courses from the back tees, but five sets of tees make it manageable for golfers of any skill level.
What is the par and yardage of the Dye Club?
The course plays to a par of 72 and stretches to 7,343 yards from the Platinum tees, with shorter options down to 5,021 yards from the Gold tees.
When is the best time of year to play the Dye Club?
Spring and fall offer the most comfortable weather and the course’s best conditions, though rates are higher during these peak seasons compared to summer and winter.