May River (Palmetto Bluff)

This graceful design captures the allure of Lowcountry golf. Many of the features are glued to the ground as the course meanders across the property. On some holes, like at the par-3 2nd, the wetland is well short of the green; on others, such as at the dangerous short par-4 7th, the hazard is flush against the putting surface. At the par-5 15th, a pair of Spectacle bunkers hide the long approach to the green, creating a sense of mystery. Holes 13 and 14 ooze charm and embody the sort of golf that you would like to play every day. Max fee: $320 (Photo: Tim Zielenbach)