Pinehurst

🏖️ Background

📅 When to Go

• Spring (March–May) and fall (September–November) are peak golf seasons with mild weather.
• Summer months are hot and humid but playable.
• Winter golf is possible but colder and less predictable.

Upcoming Events

• North & South Amateur Championships (June 22–28, 2025): Impacts play on No. 2 and No. 4; limited resort access during this week.
• U.S. Kids Golf World Championship (Late July–Early August): Multiple courses in use with high traffic from families and juniors.
• Seasonal ProAm Events (Various dates throughout 2025): Check with the resort for course closures tied to ProAms, especially on No. 10.

✈️ Getting There

• 🚗 Drive: Roughly 1.5 hours from RDU or 2 hours from CLT
• ✈️ Airport: Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) – 75 minutes; Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) – 2 hours
• 🚌 Shuttle Tips: Rental cars are most convenient; resort shuttle available from RDU with prior arrangement

⚠️ Course Conditions

⏰ Tee Time Tips

• Book Pinehurst No. 2 and No. 4 several months in advance.
• Early tee times help avoid slower rounds, especially on No. 2 and No. 4.
• Walking with a caddie is highly recommended for No. 2 to enhance the experience.
• The Cradle is walk-up only and a fun way to warm up or relax after a full round.

💡 Destination Tips

• Plan your trip around tournament schedules—No. 2 and No. 4 often close during major events.
• Caddies enhance the experience and help read difficult greens—especially on No. 2.
• The Cradle is perfect for social rounds or unwinding post-round.
• Consider extending your trip to include Mid Pines or Tobacco Road if you have extra time.