Mid Pines Hickory Open

Mid Pines

Southern Pines, NC, United States

Mid Pines is a historic golf course located in Southern Pines, North Carolina, that evokes the early days of golf in the 1920s. The course is known for its classic design and traditional character, attracting golfers who appreciate vintage golf aesthetics and conditions. Mid Pines hosts the annual Hickory Open, a prestigious tournament now in its 16th year that draws approximately 100 participants from around the world. This distinctive event celebrates golf heritage through championship play using period-appropriate equipment and attire from the 1920s era. The course serves as part of the Pine Needles Lodge and Golf Club complex, which also includes accommodations and golf instruction facilities. Mid Pines distinguishes itself as one of the few courses in America that authentically captures and preserves the spirit and playing conditions of early twentieth-century golf.