The sister course to Pearl East, Pearl West has a link layout and is less traditional in comparison. The course features many open stretches which are canvassed by thick pampas grass. The last four holes dramatically finish along beautiful bluffs which overlook the coastal marshland of North Carolina as well as the Calabash River. The course has played host to a number of major tournaments and offers a challenge to all types of golfers.

The opening hole is a slight dog leg left par 4. There is a large water hazard on the left which runs the entire length of the layout. The fifth hole is the number one handicap hole, and for good reason. The green here is slightly elevated. A good right to left tee shot will give you a great angle to play from on the green. Make sure you pay attention to the score card because many of the holes have water hidden on the back of the greens that aren’t visible from the fairways.

Hole 10 features a completely unique design with a tight uphill dog leg right. This par 4 also has two bunkers guarding the right side of the fairway. There is also a deep bunker protecting the front. Good luck getting around this monster! The finishing hole gives you a choice. Either play it safe or risky. It’s your choice! Club choice is also very important. Water runs the entire right side of the hole. The key here is to hit the tee shot short of the bunker in the corner of the fairway. The 16th hole has the most fantastic view, however, with a sight off the bluffs overlooking the Calabash River.

Along with the East course, the greens here were recently renovated and still remain in excellent condition. In 1988, Golf Digest nominated the course as the “Best New Public Course.� The lush fairways and rolling greens make this course a place to play time and time again.