May River Golf Course at Palmetto Bluff

May River Golf Course at Palmetto Bluff Jack Nicklaus design Bluffton South Carolina

Resort Golf · Bluffton, SC

May River Golf Course at Palmetto Bluff

Jack Nicklaus's Signature design at the 20,000-acre Palmetto Bluff resort — consistently ranked among the top resort courses in the Southeast, with views of the May River and ancient live oaks at every turn.

Resort / Semi-Private
Jack Nicklaus
Par 72 · 7,171 yards
Bluffton, SC
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The May River Golf Course at Palmetto Bluff is the crown jewel of Bluffton golf — a Jack Nicklaus Signature design set within the 20,000-acre Palmetto Bluff resort. Nicklaus routed the course along the May River and through ancient live oak forests, creating a layout where the scenery is as spectacular as the golf. The course consistently ranks among the top resort courses in the Southeast, and a round here is one of the most memorable golf experiences in the Lowcountry.

Jack Nicklaus Signature

Course Design

Jack Nicklaus Signature courses represent the highest tier of the Nicklaus Design portfolio. The May River course is personally overseen by the Golden Bear and reflects his design philosophy at its finest.

May River Setting

Scenic

The course plays along the May River, with dramatic water views and the natural beauty of the Lowcountry estuary framing multiple holes. The signature hole plays directly along a tidal creek.

Top-Ranked Resort Course

Recognition

The May River Golf Course consistently appears on lists of the best resort courses in the Southeast and the country. Its combination of design quality, scenery, and conditioning is exceptional.

20,000-Acre Resort

Resort

Palmetto Bluff is one of the most extraordinary resort properties in the Southeast — 20,000 acres of pristine Lowcountry landscape with the Montage hotel at its center. The golf course is the centerpiece of the outdoor experience.

Championship Test

Challenge

At 7,171 yards and par 72, the May River course is a genuine championship test from the tips. Multiple tee options make it accessible and enjoyable for resort guests of all skill levels.

Resort Guest Access

Access

The May River Golf Course is available to guests staying at the Montage Palmetto Bluff resort. Limited outside play may be available — contact the resort directly for current access policies.

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