Tag: Pete Dye

Review: Harbour Town Golf Links

April 9, 2024

Although not as revered as when it first opened in 1969, the ever iconic Harbour Town is still easily one of the best public courses in America and best stops on the PGA Tour. Also one of the most significant architectural designs of the 20th century, Harbour Town ushered in a whole new era of golf course design and made Pete Dye a household name. Famous for its small greens, emphasis on ball-shaping, and majestic closing stretch along the Calibogue Sound, this is a must-play for serious golfers. … More Review: Harbour Town Golf Links

Review: The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

July 25, 2019

In a glorious setting literally on the beach, The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island Resort packs a terrific combination of beauty and difficulty as the winds constantly rip off the Atlantic Ocean. There are no weak holes on the course and a terrific figure-eight routing makes for a wonderful and diverse walk. This is certainly one of Dye’s best and is clearly an elite option for public golfers. A trip to Charleston/Kiawah for any serious golfer is not complete without playing the famed Ocean Course. … More Review: The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

Review: The Straits Course at Whistling Straits

July 15, 2017

The Straits Course attempts to pay homage to links-style courses in Scotland and Ireland, but ultimately is unlike any other course in the world with its insane bunkering and breathtaking setting on Lake Michigan. With views of the Lake on every single hole, the Straits Course is arguably the most visually appealing course in America. Despite a high pricetag, every golfer should try their hand at this marvelous course. Just don’t expect a good score – the Straits Course is easily the hardest course I’ve ever played. … More Review: The Straits Course at Whistling Straits

Review: The River Course at Blackwolf Run

July 11, 2017

The River Course at Blackwolf Run is a special test of golf and one that will likely frustrate the average golfer. However, shotmakers will love playing this gem over and over, and many golfers actually prefer it to Whistling Straits. I don’t think I’ve ever played a course that made me think so hard on every shot, and thus I salute Pete Dye for creating a cerebral golfer’s paradise in The River Course. … More Review: The River Course at Blackwolf Run

Review: The Meadow Valleys Course at Blackwolf Run

July 7, 2017

Caddies told us that most golfers on packages completely neglect the Meadow Valleys Course. While it’s true this course lacks the dramatic backdrops of Whistling Straits, Meadow Valleys holds its own and rightfully belongs in the Top 100 public courses. My playing partner and I were extremely impressed and highly recommend this course to anyone going on a golf trip to Wisconsin. … More Review: The Meadow Valleys Course at Blackwolf Run

Review: Kearney Hill Golf Links

April 26, 2017

Designer: Pete Dye/P.B. Dye (1989) Location: Lexington, Kentucky History: In 1989, Pete Dye and his son P.B. were invited by Lexington golfing legend Johnny Owens to create a championship course in an area relatively devoid of strong golf courses. The resulting municipal course, Kearney Hill, immediately became the crowned jewel of Central Kentucky, hosting the Senior PGA Tour … More Review: Kearney Hill Golf Links