Hilton Head Golf

Got the opportunity to play two golf courses in Hilton Head in late January, 2009. The two courses, Crescent Pointe and Eagle's Pointe, have a sister relationship. We got discounts to both of them through our timeshare. The two courses are located on highway 278, just outside the actual island of Hilton Head.

I played Crescent Pointe first, not sure that was the best choice because it was the harder of the two courses. The fairways were narrow and there were many opportunities to put a high score on the card. The rough was mostly dormant so it was not as much of a penalty as it will be when the grass is thick and full. I would like to play this course again when it is in the growing season. Beautiful course with many scenic views, designed by Arnold Palmer.

Eagle's Pointe, designed by Davis Love III, is not as high a slope rating as Crescent Pointe. It has a nice mix of forgiveness and challenge. The course was better suited for my wife which is good since we played this one together. I liked this course and would love to play it again, pardon the pun.