Osprey Point at Kiawah Island
Tom Fazio routed Osprey Point in 1988 through the most scenic interior of Kiawah Island, past four natural lakes, glinting salt marsh and stands of live oak, then returned to renovate it in 2014. A par 72 of about 6,902 yards, it is the resort's most relaxed and rewarding round, strategic without ever being punishing.
Photo via Google, contributed by Tracy Poole.
The verdict
Osprey Point is the course that proves Kiawah is far more than its famous oceanfront monster. Tom Fazio opened it in 1988 and shaped a round of genuine variety, weaving fairways between four lakes, tidal marsh and maritime forest, with the wildlife that gives the course its name never far away. A 2014 Fazio renovation refreshed the bunkering, the greens and the conditioning to modern resort standard.
Our verdict: this is the most playable and arguably the most enjoyable of Kiawah's courses, a handsome, strategic test that lets a wide range of golfers have fun while still asking smart questions. It is the perfect counterweight to a bruising day on the Ocean Course, and an easy highlight of any resort week. For the wider region, see our guide to golf in South Carolina.
Osprey Point at a glance
- Opened
- 1988
- Designer
- Tom Fazio
- Type
- Resort parkland
- Par
- 72
- Yardage
- About 6,902 yds
- Green fee
- From around $200
Designer, opening year, par and yardage verified June 2026 from Kiawah Island Golf Resort and leading course databases: Tom Fazio, opened 1988, renovated by Fazio in 2014, par 72, about 6,902 yards. Osprey Point is a public resort course with priority access and the best rates for resort guests; the indicative green fee starts around $200 for the 2026 season and varies by season, time and guest status. Treat any figure as indicative and always confirm directly before booking.
The holes worth the trip
Fazio's gift at Osprey Point is balance. The lakes come into play on roughly half the holes, the marsh frames others, and the forest gives the round a sheltered, parkland calm that contrasts sharply with the exposed Ocean Course. There is generous room off many tees, but the approaches reward the player who flirts with the hazard for the better angle.
The par 3s are a highlight, each demanding a precise carry over water or wetland, and the par 5s tempt the longer hitter to take on the lakes in two. With four par 5s and four par 3s in the routing, the round has a pleasing rhythm, and the conditioning since the renovation makes it a joy to walk or ride. It is the kind of course you finish wanting to play again the same afternoon.
On a Kiawah trip Osprey Point pairs naturally with the resort's other inland tracks, the Jack Nicklaus golf of Turtle Point and the Gary Player marsh design at Cougar Point, before the headline day on the Ocean Course.
How to get on
| What to know | Detail |
|---|---|
| Access | Public resort course; tee times are bookable, with priority and the best rates for Kiawah Island Golf Resort guests on a stay and play package |
| Green fee | Indicative rates from around $200 for 2026, higher in peak spring and fall, lower in summer and winter; confirm current pricing before booking |
| Handicap and dress | No handicap requirement; a standard collared shirt golf dress code; the course suits all abilities |
| On the day | Take enough club for the water carries on the par 3s and enjoy a more relaxed round than the Ocean Course demands |
| Getting there | On Kiawah Island, about 45 minutes from Charleston International Airport and the city of Charleston |
| Best months | Spring and fall are prime in the Lowcountry, with mild winters and hot, humid summers |
Access and fee details verified June 2026 from Kiawah Island Golf Resort and leading databases. Green fees are indicative for the 2026 season and change with demand and guest status; always confirm the current rate and tee sheet directly before booking.
Where to stay nearby
Staying at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, whether in the five star Sanctuary hotel or one of the many villas and homes, puts Osprey Point and all five courses minutes from your door and secures the best access and rates. It is the natural base for a multi day golf week on the island.
The city of Charleston, under an hour away, adds historic hotels and celebrated restaurants for a memorable non golf evening. Build the rest of the week around Turtle Point and a bucket list day on the Ocean Course.
Looking for a base? See our recommended hotels and resorts on Kiawah Island and around Charleston.
Build a South Carolina golf trip
Osprey Point is the easygoing day we love to build into a Kiawah week, between the resort's other courses and the headline round on the Ocean Course, with the tee times and lodging booked to match. Tell us roughly when and who is travelling and one concierge costs it to the head, with no obligation.
Osprey Point questions
Who designed Osprey Point at Kiawah Island and when did it open?
Osprey Point was designed by Tom Fazio and opened in 1988. Fazio returned to lead a full renovation that reopened the course in 2014.
What is the par and length of Osprey Point?
Osprey Point plays as a par 72 of about 6,902 yards, with four par 3s, four par 5s and ten par 4s threaded through lakes, marsh and forest.
Can the public play Osprey Point at Kiawah Island?
Yes. Osprey Point is a public resort course with priority and the best rates for Kiawah Island Golf Resort guests. Indicative 2026 green fees start around $200 and vary by season; always confirm directly before booking.
Is Osprey Point a good course for a resort golf trip?
Yes. Osprey Point is one of Kiawah's most enjoyable and playable courses, a scenic, strategic round that pairs perfectly with a bucket list day on the Ocean Course.
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Researched and written by the GolfForKings editorial desk. Designer, opening year, par and yardage verified June 2026; green fee indicative for 2026 and to be confirmed with the resort. Last reviewed June 2026.