Recently the classic seaside course was revamped to offer even more dramatic views of the Atlantic and a keener sense of playing an authentic links design. New features include elevated tees and undulating dune perimeters on many holes. Water comes into direct play on 10 holes. Prevailing ocean breezes always present a challenge, especially on the four holes that reach the Atlantic and Fripp Inlet. Well protected greens also require well-placed tee shots and crisp iron play.
Visual treats are part of the fun.
The seaside 18th green is one of the island's best vantage points to watch dolphin frolic. Suffice it to say that a camera would be a wise addition to your golf bag. There is a good reason. Fripp Island's newest course is lovingly carved from land so exotic it was used as a movie setting for scenes in both Forrest Gump and Disney's The Jungle Book . Ocean Creek is framed by what Jacques Cousteau has called some of the world's most fertile and pristine salt marshes.