Overview
Pete Dye's most punishing Grand Strand creation — 7,343 yards of resolve.
18 Holes
72 Par
7,314 Yards Platinum tees
149 Slope Rating 75.6
Named Golf Course of the Year for both Myrtle Beach and South Carolina in 2013, and listed among Golf Digest's Top 100 Public Courses, the Dye Course has built a reputation that draws serious players from across the country. It is also the longtime host of Darius Rucker's Monday After the Masters charity event, adding a touch of celebrity to its already considerable profile.
Set within the gated Dye Estates community, the course carries a semi-private atmosphere that reinforces its premium positioning. Golfers who come here know what they're in for — and they come anyway, because there is no other Pete Dye experience like it within 200 miles.
Golf Digest Best in State (SC) — #30 2021-22, 2023-24, 2025-26
Golfweek Best You Can Play in South Carolina 2025
Golf Advisor Top Courses in South Carolina 2024
4980 Barefoot Resort Bridge Rd, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
Before You Play
At Barefoot Resort & Golf – Dye Course
Caddie's Notes
4 things worth knowing before your round — from tee selection to where to eat when you're done.
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Course Character & Design
Pete Dye's Barefoot course was the first of the four Barefoot Resort designs to open (all four opened in 2000) and is widely considered the most demanding: a classic Dye design featuring massive waste areas containing shell fragments, railroad tie bulkheads, island greens, extreme bunkering, and the visual intimidation that made the architect famous at Sawgrass and Harbour Town. The course wraps around the Intracoastal Waterway with Dye's characteristic use of the natural water environment as both hazard and backdrop.
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Signature Holes
Pete Dye's fingerprints are everywhere, the railroad tie bulkheads, the island or near-island green configurations, and the severe elevation changes built into greens complexes that look flat from a distance. The Intracoastal-adjacent holes are the most dramatic on the property, and the course's difficulty rating makes it the serious test of the four-course Barefoot offering.
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Course Conditions
Champion UltraDwarf Bermuda greens are maintained to the resort-wide standard across all four Barefoot courses. The Dye Course's distinctive conditioning challenge is its railroad tie bulkheads, they require regular maintenance to hold their visual integrity and playability, and Barefoot Resort keeps them in the sharp condition that Dye's original design intended.
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Before You Play
The Dye Course is the right choice for low-handicap golfers who want the most demanding test the Barefoot portfolio offers: it requires commitment on every shot and punishes indecision severely. Mid-handicap golfers will have more fun on the Love Course and should save the Dye for a return visit once they've found their Barefoot legs. Of the four Barefoot courses, the Dye has the widest pricing window ($100-$230), with strong twilight and off-peak discounting that makes it accessible at a range of budgets. Replay rounds are available here, which is rare among the four Barefoot courses.
Course Details
The Essentials
Designer Pete Dye
Opened 2000
Access Semi-private
Course Type Lowcountry / Carolina Bays
Walking Cart only
Caddies Not available
Greens Champion UltraDwarf Bermuda
Fairways GN-1 Bermuda (Greg Norman Turf hybrid)
Short Game Area Yes
Driving Range Yes
Club Rental Available
GPS Carts Included
Golf Trail Myrtle Beach Golf Trail
Instruction Dyer Golf Academy
Dining Dye Clubhouse Restaurant
Lodging Barefoot Resort (Golf Course Villas, Yacht Club Villas, Dye Club Cottages, North Beach Resort, Courtyard Marriott)
Green Fees $100 – $230
Best Months October-May
Peak Season March-May
Nearest Airport MYR · 15 min
Notable Features
Pete Dye Signature design (2000) — first of Barefoot Resort's four courses to open (all four opened in 2000). Defined by massive waste areas containing shell fragments, railroad tie-framed bunkers, and severely undulating terrain. Considered the most demanding of the four Barefoot courses. Out-and-back routing does not return to clubhouse at the turn. Seven holes along the Intracoastal Waterway. Shuttle required to reach shared driving range.
Tee Information
Scorecard
| Tee | Gender | Par | Yardage | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platinum | M | 72 | 7,314 | 75.6 | 149 |
| Black | M | 72 | 6,622 | 72.4 | 143 |
| White | M | 72 | 6,064 | 70 | 132 |
| Green | M | 72 | 5,420 | 66.7 | 123 |
| Gold | M | 72 | 4,977 | 64.6 | 113 |
Ratings and yardages are approximate and may vary by season. Verify with the pro shop before your round.
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Getting Here
Location
Barefoot Resort & Golf – Dye Course
4980 Barefoot Resort Bridge Rd, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
✈ MYR — approx. 15 min North Myrtle Beach
⛳ Barefoot Resort & Golf – Love Course — Less than 1 mile away
🏨 Barefoot Resort (on-site — multiple lodging options)
Nearby Stays
Barefoot Resort (on-site — multiple lodging options)
FAQ
Common Questions
Spring & Summer 2026 rates look to mostly range from $100 to $230 per round, with cart included, one of the widest pricing windows at Barefoot Resort, reflecting strong twilight and off-peak discounting. Replay rounds are available, which is rare among the four Barefoot courses. Check the website for current tee time pricing as rates vary dynamically.
A shared driving range serves all four Barefoot Resort courses; depending on the routing, a shuttle may be required to reach it.
Walking availability isn't confirmed, contact Barefoot Resort directly for current policy.
