As Intended, A Ross Original

Mid Pines Inn & Golf Club


For casual and championship players alike

Mid Pines Golf Course

Mid Pines Golf Course

Mid Pines Golf Club offers a timeless golf experience for players of every level, centered around its historic Donald Ross design and enriched by access to Ross Resorts sister courses, Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club and Southern Pines Golf Club. Together, these three celebrated layouts represent the very best of golf in North Carolina’s Sandhills.

Originally designed by Donald Ross in 1921 and thoughtfully restored by Kyle Franz in 2013, Mid Pines has long been admired for its classic architecture and natural beauty. Consistently ranked among the top golf courses in North Carolina, Mid Pines delivers an authentic and memorable playing experience rooted in tradition and enduring appeal.

Golf Instruction

Golf Instruction

Available at Ross Resorts sister property, Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club, instruction for Mid Pines members and guests offers both meaningful game improvement and a welcoming, social atmosphere. 

Programs are built to combine expert golf instruction with on-course play, thoughtful dining, and opportunities to connect with fellow golfers throughout your stay. You’ll learn from some of the game’s most respected professionals, including LPGA and PGA Teachers of the Year and Hall of Fame instructors. Multi-day offerings like the Golf Academy provide personalized, one-on-one coaching supported by modern video analysis, while specialized programs focus on key areas such as putting and short game performance.

Set within a dedicated learning environment, Pine Needles’ expansive practice facilities include multiple hitting areas, short-game zones, and bunkers designed to elevate every aspect of your play. Guests can also refine their skills on The Loop, a short course perfect for practice, friendly competition, or a relaxed round.

Mid Pines Inn & Golf Club Close to Downtown Southern Pines and the Village of Pinehurst

Mid Pines Inn & Golf Club Close to Downtown Southern Pines and the Village of Pinehurst

Set in the heart of North Carolina’s Sandhills, Mid Pines Golf Club offers a refined introduction to one of the country’s most storied golf destinations. Surrounded by longleaf pines and gently rolling terrain, the landscape reflects the quiet, natural beauty that has defined golf in this region for generations.

Recognized among the premier golf courses near Pinehurst, Mid Pines blends classic Donald Ross design with an atmosphere that feels both relaxed and timeless. Its central location also provides easy access to other notable Pinehurst area golf courses, giving guests the opportunity to experience the depth and variety of golf throughout the region.
Whether you’re visiting for a single round or an extended stay, Mid Pines Golf Club captures the character, tradition, and understated elegance that makes the Sandhills a true home of American golf—delivering an experience as authentic as it is memorable.