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We came to Myrtle Beach for the week and I got to play four courses, Arrowhead, Avocet, Mrytlewood/Palmetto, and Grande Dunes Resort Club. All the courses were in great shape, although some had a little standing water in areas that really didn’t come into play. Arrowhead staff were very kind and receptive, the course was well maintained. We played the waterway and cypress layouts. Waterway was quite nice and challenging, while the Cypress we found to be a little gimmicky, lots of sharp doglegs and short holes, not nearly as fun. All were in good shape. Avocet was also in good shape and the biggest complaint I had were the greens. I felt that they were in not in great shape and much slower than I remember. It made judging chips and putts just that much more difficult. The range balls cost a fortune and you only get like 20 balls, where they were completely complimentary at Arrowhead. If you want a really good course on the cheap, play Palmetto at Myrtlewood. $39, and the course was in good shape, $10 got you about 70 balls on the range, not a bad warm up. Very interesting layout and the course was in great shape. We played the white tees, about 6500 yards, and I didn’t think it played nearly to that length. I have to say though the Resort Club course at Grande Dunes was worth the money, I am so glad I played. The course was in great shape, the greens were fast, but very predictable, from pitching, chipping and putting. Putts ran about as true as you can expect, and it was all about how well you read the greens. That is one course I would definitely go back for. We played the Blues (6700) which was a bit long for me, but still managed to get around pretty respectably.

Came to San Diego on business from Maryland, where the winter is going on too long. Played on Sunday, Feb 17. Unfortunately the weather was not your typical SD weather cool in the 60's. I decided to not travel with my clubs and called ahead to ensure that there were rentals available. Unfortunately when I got to the course, the rentals were a hodge podge of clubs. Apparently the new owner sold all the rentals so there was nothing decent available. I only had to make one comment and the gentleman behind the counter provided me his set to play with. This just exemplifies the courtesy of the staff. I really didn't have to say much and they were very accommodating.

The practice facilities were acceptable although the grass tees were in need of some attention. Overall the course conditions were very good. The greens were fairly fast for the time of year, the fairways and rough provided reasonable lies. The only complaint on the day was the 5 hour plus round. We had to wait on nearly 2/3 of the holes. The rangers were traveling however did not do anything about slow play.

If I get the chance I will play again. Interesting track and GolfNow gets you a good price.