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Value
3.7
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
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Pace
4.0
Amenities
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About

Holes 18
Type Public/Resort
Par 71
Length 6796 yards
Slope 133
Rating 71.2

The Witch golf course is situated between Conway and Myrtle Beach, S.C. sprawling across more than 500 secluded acres that are far removed from residential and commercial development. The peaceful setting is abundant with wildlife including bald eagles and deer. You may even see an alligator during your round. The Dan Maples design has a challenging but fun routing that is known for the tricky green complexes. There is plenty of variety throughout with a front nine that plays through marshland and a back nine that is routed across rolling hills. There are a few forced carries and some strategically placed bunkers but you won't find much water on the golf course. The fairways range from wide to narrow, and the well manicured, undulating greens roll fast and true. The Witch is a popular round on the Myrtle Beach golf circuit.

Course Details

Year Built 1989
Fairways 419 Bermuda Grass
Greens Tift Dwarf Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Dan Maples (1989) Michael Gleason (1989)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Caddies No
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed No
Dress code Regular Golf Attire

Food & Beverage

Snacks

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in South Carolina (2015 #5)

Reviews

3.9
102 Reviews (102)

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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Previously Played

Not worth the money

Just finished playing the Witch. This used to be a favorite. But for a $70 plus tax greens fee you'd get more value for your money at many other courses which are in much better shape. The cart paths are all tore up, stairs up to tee boxes are a accident waiting to happen, tee boxes are poorly mowed, traps are showing the fabric . I will not play this course or recommend it again unless they lower the greens fee by at least $25. DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY!!!

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Deserves Six Stars

The Witch is an unbeatable combo of great golf, exceptional value and the most welcoming vibe I've ever experienced at a daily fee course. The type of place you want to play over and over and over.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

What a joke!!!

How can you open a course with 9 holes flooded and we never get told by anyone. We had played 4 courses prior to this and yes we understand about debris, cart path only, etc after a very bad hurricane. But come on-staff couldn't care less-play the same nine twice or get a rain check? Will never be back-greedy owners must need their Fall $$$ and couldn't care less about customer service. So long for good Witch!!

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Plush track

For this time of year we were amazed by how green and plush the conditions were.
Had to cancel an earlier tee time at another course(rain) My two sons (20) and (17) and I, we're literally the only group on the course at 1:30 PM. I have never experienced that. The front nine is one of the most enjoyable in Myrtle Beach. I have played well over 25 courses, including The Wizard and Man O War. Not as much water as I expected. # 9 was a great dog-leg left over a marsh. 18 was a great finishing hole as well(missed a 10 footer for Birdie)
I will be back. Mainly a morning player but if the course is open like this may work in a PM again....

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 108
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played

Miles of Bridges

Located in the middle of a swamp this course is unique in that way. This course has more bridges and wetlands down the sides of many fairways that I have ever seen.. The fairways are wide though and the greens large and the conditions are usually good. This is one of the few courses that allows coolers so pack a few beers, don't forget your bug spray and have a truly unique golf experience on the strand.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 25
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

Attack of the bugs

This course is laid out nicely. Our foursome enjoyed the course. However, there are some weird mosquito/bee type insects that are relentless. Being in the low country area of South Carolina they were unavoidable (according to some locals). My foursome used all the routine insect repellents and they did not help 1 bit.

Overall great course. If they can get rid of the bugs it would be even better.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

The Witch is in great condition!

Played The Witch last week while in Myrtle Beach, it was in great condition. The greens are rolling fantastically. Love that swamp on the front 9. Nothing else like it in the game.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Another great round

Headed out for a post-holiday round and again didn't disappoint!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

Fourth of July Fun

Visited Myrtle Beach for the Fourth of July weekend and had to make a return visit to one of my favorite courses on the Grand Strand. The course was in great shape, and the staff was especially friendly when it came to finding the right hat for a hot day.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Fair weather
Used cart

Fun golf course!

What can I say? We had a blast playing this course. Saw a bald eagle too! Greens rolled smooth and fairways were in great shape.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Best Course for $$$$ on Myrtle

The Witch is a fun track and the best value for your money on Myrtle Beach. Check it out!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Great Layout and Value

First time playing in MB. For 70 bucks I didn't know what to expect after paying True Blue and paying $154 and being somewhat underwhelmed. I was extremely happy with this course, great layout, friendly staff, cool nature with gators and snakes. Really enjoyed the layout and quite a challenge from the Tips. The greens weren't the prettiest but they were quick and true. Would definitely recommend playing here excited to try the other 2 courses.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Fair weather
Used cart

Worth a Look

Played The Witch a few times now and it's always a fun round.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Very nice condition, great greens!

This is a very nice golf course that always seems to be in good condition. I spend about a month in Jan-Feb in the area and play about 10-15 rounds of golf. Though this is one of the less expensive venues I play, the condition is better than a lot of others in the area. This year, although it was very wet, the course was in great shape and the greens were the best that I played. It proves that just because its wintertime it doesn't mean that the greens must be in bad shape. They obviously have a great greenskeeper who takes pride in his craft! Congratulations!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

A Myrtle Beach Must Play

With a plethora of golf courses to choose from in Myrtle Beach, the Witch is one of my personal favorites. Winding through a very cool landscape, I thoroughly enjoy playing this course every time I'm in the area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Mystical Golf Package round 3/3

After reading past reviews of this course I was a little apprehensive. Being told by the starter to watch for gators and snakes is always a good sign. The course was in nearly perfect shape. Even the day after Labor Day it showed very little signs of play or impact from the weather. The greens were immaculate and rolled extremely fast and were breaking very hard. This course is absolutely beautiful and out of the three course(Man o War, and the Wizard) this would be the one I would recommend the most.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great Course

This was a fun find on a buddy trip! Def come back

Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Fun Challenge

The Witch is a must play! Friendly staff, great greens and a fun challenge.

Played On
Reviews 14
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Best in Myrtle Beach

The Witch had me cackling with glee. Great layout and incredibly well conditioned. Must play on any Myrtle Beach itinerary. Claude and his team are the best!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Good weather
Walked

Great course!

We play this course every year on our Myrtle Beach golf trip.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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