Pinehurst Course No. 8

Pinehurst Course No. 8 is an 18-hole, par 72 championship course designed by Tom Fazio and opened in 1996. Located on an Audubon Sanctuary, the course stretches 7,099 yards from the championship tees and features multiple tee options accommodating various skill levels, with distances ranging from 5,153 to 7,099 yards.

The course is characterized by its secluded natural beauty within a sanctuary setting, combining elements that define Pinehurst golf. Notable design features include large greens that challenge golfers' short games and a landscape that showcases particularly well during afternoon play. The course has been recognized as a "Top 100" course, reflecting its design quality and playability.

Course No. 8 offers six tee selections—Gold, Blue, Gunclub, White, Centennial, Green, Oakley, and Red—allowing golfers to select appropriate challenge levels. The layout balances strategic difficulty with aesthetic appeal, maintaining the character that has made Pinehurst a legendary golf destination while providing a more intimate, sanctuary-set experience compared to the resort's historic courses.