As we weaved down the country road that leads to the bed and breakfast, we almost drove right past it. Luckily, the horses mozying around out front let us know that we had arrived.
A U.S. Open at Pinehurst seems old hat now. In about a year, the esteemed No. 2 course will be the venue for its fourth rendition of America’s national championship, following 1999 (won by Payne Stewart), 2005 (Michael Campbell) and 2014 (Martin Kaymer). And after the 2024 competition, there are four more on the docket through 2047 as the USGA has tabbed Pinehurst No. 2 as an “anchor site” for the Open.
The Village of Pinehurst, the broader Sandhills community and the revered No. 2 course are officially in countdown mode as the calendar swings to one year out from the 2024 U.S. Open. Where did 10 years go so quickly since June 2014, the last time the USGA brought its marquee event to the sandy loam and turtleback greens of Pinehurst No. 2? “It’s exciting and energizing when you think that it’s actually here,” John Jeffreys, course superintendent of Pinehurst No. 2, says of the transition from Los Angeles Country Club on Father’s Day 2023 to the 2024 competition to Pinehurst.
The Pinehurst area is home to some surprising destinations that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. From quirky attractions to one-of-a-kind historical collections, make sure you see all of the places that make Moore County in the North Carolina Sandhills so unique.
Not every great trail winds through the woods. Some of the most fascinating walks can be found in urban settings and enjoyed by all.These easy walking trails can be found throughout the Pinehurst and Southern Pines area across Moore County. Whether you are searching for art, appreciating architecture, or enjoying landscaped gardens, these walking tours are the perfect way to enjoy time outdoors while also seeing some of the most popular destinations in the North Carolina Sandhills area.
As a relatively small area tucked in North Carolina’s Sandhills region, it would be easy to assume that Pinehurst and Southern Pines don’t have much to offer in terms of shopping. Any local could tell you that this is simply not true! The shopping scene here boasts an eclectic array of locally-owned boutiques, art galleries, and specialty shops.While the best way to discover the local hotspots is by exploring the historic downtown areas of Pinehurst and Southern Pines for yourself, here are some local favorites to get you started. Happy shopping!
Whether you have lived in the beautiful Sandhills region all your life or are visiting for a romantic weekend getaway, there are plenty of ways to enjoy a special day or night in the Pinehurst and Southern Pines area. From mouthwatering farm-to-table meals to unforgettable live entertainment, stay tuned for some truly epic inspiration for your next date night.
North Carolina’s first-ever digital mural trail was revealed today in downtown Carthage. The Carthage Digital Video Mural Trail features specially-made bronze-plated plaques with QR codes applied to all five murals in the Moore County town. The QR codes link to video stories about each mural, creating a unique interactive experience for those wanting to learn more about the artwork. The digital mural trail is a project created and funded by the Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB).
The Pinehurst Resort wanted to open its 10th course around the time Donald Ross’s masterpiece No. 2 hosts its fourth U.S. Open in June 2024. Tom Pashley, the resort’s president, contacted Doak in mid-2022, and if that Open were a year later Doak most likely would have passed.
