The best things to do in Southern Pines

“Rustic 1927 resort with rooms & lodges featuring an 18-hole golf course, dining & meeting space.”

“Renovated '40s movie theater with indie & art-house movies, concerts & simulcast Met operas.”

“Luxe retreat offering hotel rooms & condos, plus renowned golf courses & an array of dining options.”

“Upscale condos & villas featuring covered porches, many amenities & golf packages.”

“Donald Ross–designed golf course built in 1906, offering tree-lined holes & a driving range.”

“Whether you’re grooving the swing or just escaping the inbox, The Woods Golf Club delivers friendly Sandhills golf on an Ellis Maples design with 18 Champion Bermuda ultradwarf greens, then Filly & Colt’s handles the victory lap with pizza, wings, and breakfast. Sneak in a round this week.”

From the Sanford newsletter, August 8, 2026

“Hop Shots Mini Golf serves up goofy obstacles, sneaky breaks, and just enough challenge to make that last putt count. It’s the kind of local hang where date night turns competitive, kids declare victory, and your group chat schedules a rematch before the scorecard ink dries.”

From the Garner newsletter, September 1, 2026

“Just down the road, Forest Oaks Country Club brings Ellis Maples design, PGA Tour pedigree as the former Greater Greensboro Open host, and a rejuvenated semi-private track locals can actually play. Swing it, then refuel at Champions Grill... the vibes are pure Carolina golf.”

From the Burlington newsletter, August 20, 2026

“S. Open champ Tom Kite, Eagle Ridge Golf Club is a par 71, 6,904-yard track carved through rolling woods with plenty of risk-reward. It plays friendly for newer golfers yet makes better players think, then feeds everyone with a solid post-round grill.”

From the Raleigh newsletter, August 15, 2026

“Need a quick reset close to home? Historic Yates Mill County Park packs 174 acres of gardens, shady trails, a millpond for fishing, plus a real-deal historic mill with tours and interpretive exhibits, perfect for a low key afternoon that still counts as quality Raleigh time.”

From the Raleigh newsletter, September 23, 2026

“Lonnie Poole Golf Course is the only collegiate course designed by the legend himself, a world-class public layout with unique features and a downtown Raleigh setting. Reopening August 21, it’s a great week to dial in your swing, snag clubhouse eats, and rep Pack pride.”

From the Raleigh newsletter, August 22, 2026

“Old Chatham Golf Club is a private sanctuary for golfers who want the game front and center, built around real camaraderie and stellar service. If you can snag a member invite, this is the week to walk a course where championships and friendships share top billing.”

From the Durham newsletter, August 14, 2026

“Whether you care about a pure Donald Ross fairway or just want a place where kids, pickleball, and exceptional dining happily coexist, Hope Valley Country Club delivers.”

From the Holly Springs newsletter, September 12, 2026

“ParTee Shack - South Raleigh spices up putt-putt with wild obstacles like ziplines, beer pong, school buses, and rockets, turning friendly trash talk into an art form. Refuel between rounds with specialty cocktails, handcrafted appetizers, and creative pizzas, then keep the rivalry going...”

From the Garner newsletter, August 29, 2026

“Continuing a Triangle tradition since 1929, Raleigh Golf Association has 27 holes with 18 open to the public, a walker-friendly layout, and a welcoming vibe for every skill level. Renovations by architect Kris Spence are reshaping the course, plus a new state-of-the-art range and teaching center.”

From the Wake Forest newsletter, August 13, 2026

“Modern entertainment venue offering interactive golf games, American eats, cocktails & draft brews.”