Legendary Links

With nearly 40 golf courses within a 15-mile radius, including the host sites of the 2024 U.S. Open and 2022 U.S. Women’s Open, it’s no wonder the Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen area is celebrated as the Home of American Golf.

Adding to that legacy, the USGA has chosen Pinehurst for its second headquarters, complete with an equipment-testing facility, innovation hub, museum and visitor center, and new offices. Pinehurst No. 2 will proudly host five U.S. Open Championships by 2047, further cementing the region’s place in golf history.

Set in the rolling Sandhills of central North Carolina, this storied destination was once home to Donald Ross, the father of American golf course architecture. Today, his masterpieces still stand alongside modern classics, creating a collection of courses where some of golf’s most unforgettable moments have unfolded.

Whether you’re teeing it up on iconic fairways, savoring the region’s timeless Southern charm, or experiencing its rich traditions, there’s truly no other place in the world like the Home of American Golf.

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The Latest News

Planning a trip to the Home of American Golf? Check out the latest news from our globally-recognized destination.

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Packages & Deals

Explore the latest golf packages from area courses and golf vacation providers.

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Area Golf Courses

See all of our legendary courses and select the courses you’ll be playing during your next trip to the Home of American Golf.

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Top 100 NC Golf Courses

In 2025, 18 area courses ranked out of 600 in North Carolina as Top 100 Golf Courses in the state.

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Golf Blogs about the Home of American Golf

Read, learn and explore the insights of several bloggers and their viewpoints on the Home of American Golf.

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Paradise in Pines Podcast

Our podcast highlighting the people, places and stories that make the Home of American Golf a great place to visit (and live!)

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GoPro and Play NC Sandhills

Ready to elevate your game and your footage? From the legendary greens to the small-town craft brew scenes, experience every bit of the action with three GoPro creators.

Destination Golf - Sandhills Spotlight

Check out this 3 episode mini series where GOLF editors James Colgan & Josh Sens visit the Sandhills to explore beyond Pinehurst No. 2.

Fire Pit Collective Journeys with Colt Knedler

Enjoy 5 episodes as the Fire Pit Collective Journey’s around the Pinehurst area with golf insights and so much more!

Meet our Architects

Discover articles related to the treasured golf architects of the beloved Pinehurst area golf courses.

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Championship Info

While it started more than a century ago with the North & South Amateur, some of golf’s most prestigious events are upcoming in the Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen Area.

Upcoming Championships