⛳️ Where to golf in Charleston based on your personality

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With so many incredible golf courses in Charleston, we’re helping you choose with this guide for where to golf based on your personality. | Photo by @wilddunesgolf

With Charleston’s own chapter in the story of the game of golf (our city is said to be one of the birthplaces of golf in America) and past of hosting the PGA (which has been all over the news recently), it’s the perfect time to explore golf courses in the Holy City.

It’s no secret that Charleston is home to some of the country’s best golf courses, including those designed by Pete Dye, Tom Fazio, and Jack Nicklaus. And with so many to choose from, we’ll make it easier on you:

Here’s our guide for where to golf in Charleston based on your personality.

(Our wellness tip for any course? Skip the cart and get thousands of steps in on the green.)

The Class Act

Hey there, fancy-pants. You have expensive taste and are known to splurge on the little luxuries in life — including your hobbies. Chances are you’ll enjoy putting on these luxury greens:

⛳️ Kiawah Island Golf Resort’s Ocean Course | 1000 Ocean Course Dr., Kiawah Island | Golf Digest’s No. 4 public golf course in the US and a former PGA Championship course, ft. the most seaside holes in the Northern Hemisphere + stunning ocean views.

⛳️Crooked Oaks Course at Seabrook Island Club | 3772 Seabrook Island Rd., Seabrook Island | A members-only golf club in a private oceanfront community with courses set amongst century-old live oaks + a state-of-the-art practice facility.

The Adventurous One

Do you have a bold, upbeat + spunky spirit? Adventurous types make every activity an experience. You choose places off the beaten path and don’t go for the status-quo, which is why we think you’d love teeing off here:

⛳️ The Harbor Course at Wild Dunes Resort | 5891 Palmetto Dr., Isle of Palms | The Harbor Course’s challenging design and fairway along the Intracoastal Waterway will put even the best golfer in your group to the test.

Keep reading for more courses, categorized by personality.

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Events

Outdoors

Essentials of Kayaking | Saturday, July 8 | 2-5 p.m. | James Island County Park | $45 | An entry-level course that teaches the basic skills of kayaking so you can feel comfortable + safe on the water.
Charleston Aqua Park Family Happy Hour | Wednesdays in July | Charleston Aqua Park, 3050 Marlin Road, Johns Island | 4:30-6 p.m. | $18 | Families get a discount on tickets for 45 minutes of jumping, climbing, and fun at the Charleston Aqua Park and Ropes Course every Wednesday in July.

Family

Breastfeeding Basics | Saturday, July 8 | 9-11 a.m. | Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital, 2095 Henry Tecklenburg Dr., Mall 1 | Free | Current and expecting parents can learn the basics of breastfeeding, including its benefits, techniques, and local community + professional resources.
Infant CPR | Monday, July 10 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Online via Zoom | $10 | This virtual class teaches infant CPR skills to help new parents, grandparents, and siblings know how to respond if faced with an infant choking emergency situation.

Active

Charleston Sprint Triathlon Series: Race 3 | Sunday, July 9 | 7:15-11:15 a.m. | James Island County Park | $66 | Register in advance to participate in the third race of the Charleston Sprint Triathlon Series, featuring a 600-yard freshwater swim, 12-mile bike ride, and 5K run.
Firefly Yoga | Thursday, July 15 | 11 a.m. | Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston | $15 | Start your Saturday with an all levels vinyasa yoga flow led by instructor Reagan Sobel, then enjoy live music, food trucks, and cocktails at Firefly Distillery.
Dog Days of Summer 5K | Saturday, July 22 | 8-11:30 a.m. | The Citadel | $30 | Embrace the dog days of summer with a 5K race through The Citadel and Hampton Park.

Sports

Charleston Battery vs. Loudoun United FC | Friday, June 30 | 7:30 p.m. | Patriots Point Soccer Stadium, 85 Patriots Point Rd., Mt. Pleasant | $14+ | The Charleston Battery are celebrating the Fourth of July with fireworks + $3 beers.

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Outdoors

☀️ 4 sun safety tips for summer

Read these four sun safety tips before your next beach trip. | Photo by @creativelivingsc

With UV Safety Month coming up in July — and warmer temperatures + sunny days here to stay — now is the time to refresh your knowledge on ways to protect yourself (and your family) from sun exposure.

Here are four sun protection tips:

Choose a broad-spectrum, 30+ SPF sunscreen (and reapply often)
Dress to protect: pack a hat, sunglasses, and long sleeves
See how UV rays impact the skin (we follow local NP Jordan Harper for funny videos + pro tips)
Schedule routine skin cancer screenings

More "sun smart" tips this way

News Notes

Feel Good

Local father-son duo Brad and Owen Johnson celebrated Brad’s 20th year being cancer free by raising $20k at the 6th annual Swim Across America Charleston-Kiawah open water swim event earlier this month. The proceeds contributed to the total $88k raised for the Hollings Cancer Center and cancer research. (WCBD)

Health

Did you know that an average healthy person can donate blood ~six times per year? The Blood Connection is seeking more young blood donors + encouraging community blood drives in light of donation collection challenges that come with hurricane season. (Post and Courier)

Eat

Downtown Mexican eatery Maya has a new chef and a refreshed menu featuring fresh dishes like watermelon salad and rotating ceviche.

Active

Registration is officially open for the iconic 2024 Cooper River Bridge Run 10K race and Competitive Wheelchair Race. It’s never too soon to begin training: Lace up + check out these 3 tips to train like a pro.

Wellness

Your summer dinner party inspo is here. Charleston-based author Lauren McDuffie recently released a new cookbook titled “Southern Lights.” Her recipes reimagine classic comfort foods using healthy ingredients for a lighter spin on Lowcountry-inspired favorites.

Open

Nautical Bowls is now open at Belle Hall Shopping Center, ft. superfood bowls with gluten-free, dairy free, organic ingredients like açaí, fresh fruit, granola + more.

Closed

ICYMI, Verde closed its original location on King Street. You can still grab salads and wraps from the Verde locations in West Ashley and Mt. Pleasant, and deliveries are still available in the tri-county area. (Holy City Sinner)

Family

Charleston County Parks’ Summer Entertainment Series returned this month and will run through Thursday, Aug. 8. The family-friendly series, including events like an African dance experience, will be held each Wednesday at James Island County Park and each Thursday at North Charleston Wannamaker County Park.

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