Myrtle Beach Golf Trail FAQ
Answers to common questions about Myrtle Beach Golf Trail courses, tee times, golf trips and the Golf Trail Membership.
About the Golf Trail
What is the Myrtle Beach Golf Trail?
The Myrtle Beach Golf Trail is a group of participating golf courses along the Grand Strand, from the Georgetown area of South Carolina to Brunswick County, North Carolina. It offers public tee times, custom golf trip planning, and the Golf Trail Membership for locals and snowbirds. The Trail is operated by East Coast Golf Management in Murrells Inlet, SC.
Which courses are on the Golf Trail?
The Trail includes well-known Grand Strand courses, among them designs by Arnold Palmer, Gary Player and Rees Jones. The lineup changes from year to year as courses join the program, so the Courses page always has the current list with addresses: https://myrtlebeachgolftrail.com/courses/
Where are the courses located?
Trail courses are spread along the Grand Strand in South Carolina and into Brunswick County, North Carolina, from the Georgetown area north to the Calabash, Sunset Beach and Ocean Isle Beach areas. Download the Trail Guide and map at https://myrtlebeachgolftrail.com/trail-guide/
Tee Times and Golf Trips
Can I book a tee time if I’m not a member?
Yes. Public tee times at Trail courses can be booked online at https://myrtlebeachgolftrail.com/public-tee-times/
Can you help plan a Myrtle Beach golf trip?
Yes. The Golf Trail tee time team builds custom multi-round lineups across Trail courses for groups and individual golfers at a range of budgets. Bundling several rounds saves money compared with booking each round separately. Start with the Plan Your Trip form at https://myrtlebeachgolftrail.com/book-now/
Do you offer golf packages with lodging?
The Golf Trail works with lodging partners along the Grand Strand. Ask about lodging when you send your dates and group size on the Plan Your Trip form: https://myrtlebeachgolftrail.com/book-now/
Golf Trail Membership
What is the Golf Trail Membership?
The Golf Trail Membership is a golf card for Grand Strand locals and snowbirds. Cardholders get discounted member green fees and 7-day advance tee times at every participating Trail course, plus the Scramble Series, events, dining offers and the Golf Trail app. Details are on the Membership page: https://myrtlebeachgolftrail.com/golf-trail-membership/
Who can buy a Golf Trail Card?
The local Golf Trail Card is available to local residents and property owners in eligible counties. You can check eligible counties on the membership site at https://golftrail.info/. The Snowbird Card has no residency requirement.
What is the Snowbird Card?
The Snowbird Card is a seasonal membership for winter visitors. It covers the winter golf season, November through March, and has no residency requirement.
How long is a membership valid?
A local Golf Trail Card is valid from the date of purchase through December 31 of the card year. A Snowbird Card is valid from November 1 through March 31 of the winter season.
How do I buy a membership?
All memberships are purchased online at https://golftrail.info/. Any Golf Trail course can also help you buy a card.
How do I renew my membership?
Log in to the Card Holder Area at https://golftrail.info/member-myrtle with your card number and last name. Renewal is offered at a lower rate than a new membership, and lapsed members can reactivate.
When will I receive my permanent card?
Permanent cards are delivered to the Golf Trail course you choose within 30 days of purchase. Your digital card is also available in the Golf Trail app.
What name appears on my credit card statement?
Membership purchases appear as East Coast Golf Management.
Member Tee Times, Rates and Guests
How far in advance can members book tee times?
Members can book up to 7 days in advance. Book online in the Card Holder Area or call the golf shop at any Trail course. Not every course offers online booking; for those, call the golf shop.
Do I need a credit card to book a member tee time?
Yes. A credit card is required to hold a reservation, and payment is due at check-in. Courses may charge the card on file for a no-show.
Where can I see member rates?
Current member rates for every Trail course are posted at https://golftrail.info/rates. Rates are listed by course with morning and afternoon pricing. Afternoon rates start at 1:00 PM from March through September and at noon from October through February. Rates are subject to change and may not include sales tax.
Can I bring guests?
Yes. Cardholders may bring up to three guests, and each guest must play with a Golf Trail member. Guest rates vary by course, so check with the golf shop where you plan to play.
What is the Golf Trail Scramble Series?
The Scramble Series is the Golf Trail’s member tournament series: scramble events played at Trail courses throughout the year, open to Golf Trail cardholders. It is one of the most popular parts of the membership, with fields growing every month. The current schedule is posted on the membership site at https://golftrail.info/
Are there other member events?
Yes. Beyond the Scramble Series, members get travel trips, special events, and food and beverage offers at partner restaurants and venues.
Is there a Golf Trail app?
Yes. The free Golf Trail app for iPhone, iPad and Android holds your digital card and member benefits. Sign in with your card number.
What is Golf Trail Rewards?
Golf Trail Rewards is a digital coupon program for members, with offers such as pro shop credit at participating courses.
Contact
How do I contact the Golf Trail?
Call (843) 215-3673 or email info@golftrailmembership.com. The Golf Trail office is at 911 Riverwood Drive, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576. For trip planning, use the form at https://myrtlebeachgolftrail.com/book-now/