Tucked away in Little River, just north of North Myrtle Beach, River Hills Golf & Country Club offers a refreshingly different golf experience. Designed by Tom Jackson and opened in 1989, River Hills is known for its rolling hills, elevation changes, and tree-lined fairways—a rare find along the typically flat Grand Strand.

It’s a peaceful, Carolina pine-draped retreat that rewards good ball striking and thoughtful course management.

Course Overview

River Hills meanders through natural wetlands and mature forests, offering a secluded feel with no parallel fairways and very few homes. The course features contoured fairways, multi-tiered greens, and several risk/reward par-5s that make for a fun and challenging round.

  • Architect: Tom Jackson

  • Yardage: 6,933 yards from the back tees

  • Slope / Rating: 137 / 73.0

  • Par: 72

  • Course Type: Semi-Private

  • Greens: TifEagle Bermuda

  • Signature Hole: #17 – A par-5 with a dramatic downhill tee shot and water guarding the green

The Golfer’s Review

This is a shotmaker’s course with an old-school, walkable layout. The elevation changes and doglegs require creativity and precision. It’s ideal for players who enjoy shaping shots and thinking their way around the course.

You won’t see as much fanfare about River Hills as you will some of the big resort tracks—but that’s part of its appeal.

Amenities

River Hills offers everything you’d expect from a country club experience—well-maintained facilities, an elegant Southern-style clubhouse, and friendly staff. It’s also a member of the Founders Group International network, making it accessible for stay-and-play packages.

  • Clubhouse: Pro shop, full-service bar & grill

  • Practice Area: Driving range, short game area, putting green

  • Rental Clubs: Yes

  • Caddies / Forecaddies: Not typically available

  • Group Friendly: Yes

  • Pace of Play: Generally good

Location

  • Address: 3670 Cedar Creek Run, Little River, SC 29566

  • Nearby Courses: Glen Dornoch, Tidewater, Eagle Nest

  • Lodging Nearby: North Myrtle Beach resorts and condos

  • Dining Nearby: Patio’s Tiki Bar, Clark’s Seafood, Snooky’s on the Water

River Hills is a true hidden gem that offers a different flavor of Myrtle Beach golf—one that emphasizes trees over water, terrain over flash, and thoughtful design over brute force.

Pro Tip: Bring your A-game with your mid-irons and wedges. River Hills is all about positioning and pace on the greens.