Golfers’ Choice Rankings

Caledonia Golf & Fish Club Voted Best Public Golf Course in South Carolina by GolfPass Golfers

Golfers don’t hand out No. 1 rankings lightly. Caledonia Golf & Fish Club earned the top spot in South Carolina, reinforcing its place as a must-play round for any Grand Strand golf trip.

From the iconic live-oak entrance to one of the most memorable finishing holes in the Lowcountry, Caledonia delivers a round that feels like a highlight reel from the first tee to the last putt.

That reputation is now backed by the people who matter most: golfers. Caledonia was voted South Carolina’s Best Public Golf Course in the annual GolfPass Golfers’ Choice Awards, which are built from verified golfer reviews and real on-course experiences.

Rankings Built on Real Golfer Reviews

This isn’t a committee pick, it’s feedback from golfers who actually played the course.

The Top Public Golf Courses in South Carolina list is driven by verified reviews, making it a strong read on what golfers value most: conditions, playability, value, service, and overall enjoyment.

In 2025, the rankings analyzed nearly 6,100 reviews submitted across South Carolina public courses to determine the final order.

“This award is incredibly meaningful because it comes directly from golfers who have experienced the course,” said Bart Romano, PGA, Director of Operations for Caledonia and True Blue.

“From the moment golfers drive through Caledonia’s famous oak-lined entrance, our goal is to create an unforgettable round of golf. Seeing that experience reflected in these rankings is extremely rewarding.”

How Golfers’ Choice Rankings Are Determined

Recent, consistent golfer feedback carries extra weight.

Golfers’ Choice uses a ratings index that emphasizes:

Recent golfer reviews
Input from highly active reviewers
Consistency of player experience across many reviews

2025 South Carolina Review Data Snapshot

127 South Carolina public golf courses reviewed
6,097 total golfer reviews analyzed
Rankings considered playability, enjoyment, value, and customer service

Why Caledonia Keeps Landing on “Must-Play” Lists

Scenery, strategy, and design come together in a way golfers remember.

Located in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, just south of Myrtle Beach, Caledonia is widely regarded as one of the Southeast’s most scenic public courses, blending marsh views, towering live oaks, and shot values that reward smart decisions.

Designed by Mike Strantz, the layout pairs artistic shaping with strategic angles, creating a course that’s fun to play and even more fun to replay.

The round finishes with a signature moment: the par-4 18th, where an approach over water plays into a green beside the clubhouse, one of the most photographed finishes in South Carolina golf.

What This Means for Myrtle Beach Golf Packages

If you’re building a Myrtle Beach golf package, Caledonia is the kind of round that anchors an itinerary:

A top-tier “statement round” for your trip
Easy to pair with other south-end favorites
A reliable pick for conditions, service, and overall experience
A course golfers talk about long after the trip ends

Want a trip that flows and feels premium? Caledonia is a strong centerpiece when you’re stacking multiple rounds across a long weekend or full week.

Key takeaway: When golfers themselves rank a course No. 1, it’s more than buzz, it’s proof. Caledonia continues to set the bar for public golf in South Carolina.

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