The Dynamic Decade
The last decade has seen an explosion in innovation in the golf and hospitality worlds. By June 2024, the Sandhills will have seen the launch and evolution of these top 10 stories for the last 10 years...
Moore Stories to Explore
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Golf
A Dozen Master Strokes
No doubt the 20-footer Payne Stewart drained on the last shot of the 1999 U.S. Open is the most famous shot in a century and a quarter of golf in the Sandhills. But there have plenty more watershed wins, among them these dandy dozen...
Hall of Fame Take Two
This new, six-acre Golf House Pinehurst complex, just steps away from the opening tee shot on Pinehurst No. 2, features the USGA Experience Building and World Golf Hall of Fame.
Sandhills Hall of Fame
The World Golf Hall of Fame arrives this spring. There is no Sandhills Golf Hall of Fame. But what if there were? Who might comprise the inaugural class of honorees? A dozen of must-haves could be found here:
Payne at 25
To the left of the putting green on Pinehurst No. 2’s 18th hole stands a bronze statue of Payne Stewart. The champion of the 1999 U.S. Open, the first ever held at Pinehurst, was captured by sculptor Zenos Frudakis in the pose he struck after sinking the winning putt to edge Phil Mickelson.
A U.S. Open Year
The Pinehurst elixir is two-fold. The village and club offer a blend of history and aesthetics and devotion to the game of golf that set a perfect table for such a competitive feast.
Food & Drink
Fall into Pinehurst Golf
Fall around the Home of American Golf may be the most enticing season of all, when there’s a nip in the air on the first tee and you’re out of your pullover by the turn.
Discover the Sweetness of the Sandhills
Discover the Sweetness of the Sandhills. What sweet treats will you find in Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen, Vass, Robbins or Carthage. February is the month of love find out what romance in the Sandhills has in store for you!
Spring in the Sandhills
Spring time in the Sandhills is vibrant with color and fun. Flowers start to bloom, the sun is shining and the temperature is just right. It is the pSrpinmgerfect time for golf and so much more to explore in the Sandhills!
Top Things To Do On A Long Weekend
Whether you prefer golfing and hiking, or exploring history and great flavors, there are many ways to enjoy a long weekend in the Sandhills.
Fall Events Around the Sandhills
The arrival of the fall season heralds the start of high school football Fridays, cooler temperatures, and festivals galore in the Sandhills of North Carolina! Fall in Moore County means there are always plenty of things to see and do. Take a look at some of our favorite autumn events happening in the Pinehurst, Southern Pines, and Aberdeen area.
Celebrating NC Peaches
It’s time for the 25th annual Peach Festival in Candor NC, July 13-15; and this year, the celebration continues on with the first ever Peach Week in Pinehurst and Southern Pines. It’s all happening with the onset of peach season, a time when nothing says summer like a bowl, box, basket or bushel full of NC peaches.
Shopping
Golfers Gift Guide
The American national championship is the big story in 2024, so of course the pro shop at Pinehurst is stocked with merchandise adorned by the Open logo.
Where to Antique in Cameron and Carthage
If you are a vintage treasure hunter and enjoy the thrill of a good find, then checking out the antique shops in Carthage and Cameron is a must for you the next time you are in Moore County.
Girls’ Weekend in Moore County
The Southern Pines and Pinehurst area is the perfect spot for a weekend getaway and has quite a bit to do for a girls’ weekend away.
No Putter, No Problem
In a moment of weakness, you agreed to a long weekend in Pinehurst with someone special who loves to golf. Now you’re not sure what to do with your free time if it doesn't involve tee times, golf pro shops, and discussions about handicaps and strokes.
Luckily, Pinehurst and its surrounding towns are destinations with distinct qualities unrelated to golf – and all within a short drive. From walking along tree-lined streets, browsing antique shops, or visiting potters’ studios, the golf-resistant tourist will find plenty to see and do in Moore County.
Meet the Makers
Southern Pines resident Ashley Tramontin opened Against the Grain Shoppe in 2019 to give local makers a platform to showcase their products. “We’re a hub for local business owners,” Tramontin says. “The idea is to give small businesses a storefront and a place to grow their businesses.”
The shop, in downtown Southern Pines, carries North Carolina-made home goods and gifts. Curated with care, the shelves are filled with bath and body products, ceramic pieces, jewelry, tea towels, stained glass, woodwork, and other kitchen and gift items. Tramontin recently started a pantry section featuring locally made chocolates, baking mixes, honey, pecans, and snacks.
Things to Do
The Military Means Business in the Sandhills
Situated just south of the wide southern border of famed Fort Bragg, the varied communities of North Carolina’s Sandhills are influenced by the military in many ways. That’s especially true when it comes to veteran-owned businesses and other companies and offerings with strong military connections.
A Guide to Berry Picking in the Sandhills
In the Sandhills of North Carolina, the arrival of spring and warmer weather signals the start of strawberry-picking season, quickly followed by blueberry-picking season. Don’t tell the golfers, but berry picking may be one of the best things to do in Moore County, especially with children, and makes a great annual tradition. Meet local farmers, pick fresh berries, and enjoy making delicious memories in the sunshine.
Flower Farms in the Sandhills
In the Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen area, we're lucky to have an abundance of local farms. But did you know our farms offer more than fruits and vegetables? Several farms in the Sandhills specialize in cut flowers, often using organic and regenerative farming practices.
Fall into Pinehurst Golf
Fall around the Home of American Golf may be the most enticing season of all, when there’s a nip in the air on the first tee and you’re out of your pullover by the turn.
Talamore Resort Debuts New Toptracer Range
Autumn around the Village of Pinehurst area is the most popular time of year for a golf vacation. This fall, guests at Talamore Golf Resort in the “Home of American Golf” will be able to enjoy the resort’s new Toptracer Range. The Toptrcaer technology uses high-speed cameras, coupled with sophisticated computer algorithms, to provide instantaneous ball tracking information to guests using the range featured 10 hitting bays.
News
CVB EARNS PAIR OF STATEWIDE TOURISM MARKETING AWARDS
The Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen Area Convention and Visitors Bureau earned a pair of tourism marketing awards at the annual North Carolina Tourism Industry Association (NCTIA) conference held in Raleigh, Nov. 15-16.
BHAWK Distillery Toasts Military Spirit
BHAWK – Brad Halling American Whiskey Ko – was conceived and constructed as much as a recognition of the men and women of the military and their extraordinary contributions as for the spirits that will be made and sold there.
Popular Pinecone Pathways Returns for Spring 2024
The popular Pinecone Pathways program is returning to Moore County and will run from March 19-April 22, 2024. The program was created last year to celebrate the Year of the Trail in North Carolina.
POUR TOUR PASSPORT ADDS TWO MORE STOPS
Sandhills Pour Tour Passport Program Adds Two More Stops On Trail
Program Highlights Area Social Gathering Spots And Awards Prizes For Stamped Passports
Pinehurst No. 2 Continues to Lead the Way in 2024
Pinehurst No. 2 has once again secured the top spot as the best golf course in the state as determined by the North Carolina Golf Panel. Pinehurst Resort will host the 2024 U.S. Open at the venerable Donald Ross course for the fourth time, June 13-16.
AUTOPORT SELECTS MOORE COUNTY
Moore County, N.C. [May 16, 2024] – Well-known for world-class golf, Moore County could soon add another resort to its repertoire. This time a world-class driving resort. Officials of Autoport announced they plan to create a haven for automotive enthusiasts seeking a one-of-a-kind getaway nestled in the breathtaking landscape of northwestern Moore County. This first of its kind driving resort in North Carolina will be a place where car