Overview
Water on 15 holes. Three straight par-3s. Tom Fazio.
18 Holes
71 Par
6,782 Yards Platinum tees
152 Slope Rating 73.6
Three consecutive par-3s — holes six, seven, and eight — form one of the most unusual and memorable stretches in Grand Strand golf, demanding complete precision with short irons across three distinct challenges before the round opens back up. Steep-faced bunkers and natural elevation changes add drama that belies the coastal flatness found elsewhere in the area.
Golf Digest's Top 100 Public designation reflects the course's uncommon attention to detail and visual coherence. Nestled between the Dye and Love courses in the Barefoot complex, the Fazio Course rewards those who seek it out with a quieter, more contemplative version of championship golf.
Golf Digest America's 100 Greatest Public Courses 2003-2009
GOLF Magazine Best Courses You Can Play in South Carolina 2003-2009
IAGTO North American Golf Resort of the Year 2017
4980 Barefoot Resort Bridge Rd, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
Before You Play
At Barefoot Resort & Golf – Fazio 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
Tom Fazio's contribution to Barefoot Resort is the most visually dramatic of the four, 90-plus bunkers with steep sod-face walls, water on 15 of 18 holes, and a European-style out-and-back routing that never returns to the clubhouse at the turn. Nestled between the Dye and Love courses with no residential intrusion on the sightlines, the Fazio plays in a world of its own.
02
Signature Holes
The par-71 layout is deceptive: it plays 200-plus yards longer than the scorecard suggests due to severe elevation changes and strategically placed hazards that extend effective carry distances. Water on 15 of 18 holes means there's rarely a hole where a stray shot finds safe ground, the bunkers and water work together to create a course that demands management as much as power.
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Course Conditions
Champion UltraDwarf Bermuda greens are consistent with the resort-wide standard. The Fazio's most distinctive conditioning characteristic is its sod-face bunkers, they're maintained true to Fazio's original design intent and play very differently from the raked sand found elsewhere on the Strand, requiring a clean, steep strike to escape.
04
Before You Play
Don't underestimate the effective yardage, club up more aggressively than the scorecard suggests on approach shots with elevation drops, and club down on elevated greens. The Fazio has hosted Canadian Tour events, so the design has proven itself at a professional level. Bring extra balls if you're prone to stray shots; water on 15 holes leaves little margin.
Course Details
The Essentials
Designer Tom Fazio
Opened 2000
Access Public
Course Type Lowcountry / Wooded
Walking Cart only
Caddies Not available
Greens Champion UltraDwarf Bermuda
Fairways GN-1 Bermuda (Greg Norman Turf hybrid)
Short Game Area Yes
Driving Range Lighted (30-acre practice facility shared with other Barefoot courses, shuttle required)
Club Rental Available
GPS Carts Included
Golf Trail Myrtle Beach Golf Trail
Instruction Teaching school on-site at 30-acre practice facility (includes NY-style pizzeria and deli sports bar)
Dining Clubhouse restaurant / 19th hole (shared Barefoot Resort facilities)
Lodging Barefoot Resort on-site accommodations (The Dye Club Cottages, hotels)
Green Fees $88 – $235
Best Months October-May
Peak Season March-May
Nearest Airport MYR · 20 min
Notable Features
Most visually striking of Barefoot Resort's four courses. Does not return to clubhouse after 9 holes (European-style routing). Water on 15 of 18 holes. 90+ bunkers with steep sod-face walls throughout. Par 71 plays 200+ yards longer than scorecard due to severe elevation changes and strategically placed hazards. Nestled between Dye and Love courses with no residential intrusion. Hosted Canadian Tour events.
Tee Information
Scorecard
| Tee | Gender | Par | Yardage | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platinum | M | 71 | 6,782 | 73.6 | 152 |
| Black | M | 71 | 6,237 | 70.4 | 142 |
| White | M | 71 | 5,636 | 67.7 | 128 |
| Green | M | 71 | 5,191 | 65.7 | 117 |
| Gold | M | 71 | 4,796 | 64 | 113 |
| Family | M | 71 | 4,694 | 63.6 | 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 – Fazio Course
4980 Barefoot Resort Bridge Rd, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
✈ MYR — approx. 20 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 run around $208 per round. Check the website for current pricing as rates vary dynamically. Replay rounds are available. Multi-course Barefoot packages offer better value.
A shared driving range serves all four Barefoot Resort courses; a shuttle may be needed to reach it from the Fazio's out-and-back routing.
Carts are required at the Fazio Course, walking is not permitted.
