Toptracer Range at Palmetto Dunes
The Toptracer Range at Palmetto Dunes is a 14-bay covered driving range at the Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront course that traces every shot on screen — the same ball-tracking technology used on televised golf tournaments. It’s open to the public, so you don’t need a tee time, a resort stay or even a set of clubs. It’s one of the island’s driving ranges, and the one built around games and food at the bay.
Range details
- Address
- 7 Trent Jones Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 — at the Robert Trent Jones course, Palmetto Dunes
- Hitting bays
- 14 covered bays; up to 4 players per bay
- Hours
- Daily, 7 a.m.–8 p.m. Last bucket sold at 7 p.m. Food and beverage 8 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
- Standard bay
- $35/hour + tax, $21/hour each additional
- Patio bay
- $45/hour + tax, $27/hour each additional; in-bay fan and TV
- Booking
- Online through AlleyTrak (at least 1 hour ahead) or walk in
Hours and prices are from the range’s own site and can change; current rates are shown when you book.
What you get at the Toptracer Range
High-speed cameras follow each ball, and screens at the bay show the flight trace and shot data right away. More than ten games run on the same system — Warm Up, My Practice, Virtual Golf on 20+ courses, Closest to Pin, Approach Challenge, Points Game and more — so a bay works as serious practice or as a group activity. Clubs are included with your reservation in unisex and junior sizes.
Food, drinks and the bays
The range menu runs to handheld options — nachos, chicken strips with fries, wings and pizzas among them — plus soft drinks, beer, wine and mixed drinks, served at the bay. Each bay fits up to four players, and the Player’s Lounge takes groups of 8–10. Patio bays add an in-bay fan and TV.
Top golf Hilton Head: is there a Topgolf?
Visitors searching for top golf Hilton Head Island are usually after Topgolf, the entertainment chain. We’re not aware of a Topgolf venue on the island; the Toptracer Range is the closest match, with the same style of ball-tracking screens and games at a covered bay.
Toptracer Range as a Palmetto Dunes package add-on
Staying at Palmetto Dunes? One of the resort’s stay-and-play packages, Birdies, Brews and Island Views, includes a one-hour Toptracer session alongside three rounds on the resort’s courses — compare it with the others on Hilton Head golf packages. Golfers with a tee time at the Robert Trent Jones course don’t need a separate range booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Toptracer Range at Palmetto Dunes open to the public?
Yes. The range says everyone is welcome — you don’t need to be a Palmetto Dunes guest or hold a tee time. Walk-ins are accepted first come, first served, but reservations are strongly encouraged from spring to fall.
How much does the Toptracer Range cost?
Per the range’s own site, a standard bay is $35/hour plus tax with $21/hour for each additional, and a patio bay is $45/hour plus tax with $27/hour for each additional. There is also a loyalty offer: the sixth large bucket is free after you buy five. Current rates are shown when you book.
What is Toptracer?
Toptracer is the ball-tracing technology used on televised golf tournaments to trace the flight of the best players’ shots. At the range, high-speed cameras track each of your shots and screens at the bay show the trace, distance and other shot data. It also runs more than ten interactive games, including virtual golf on 20+ courses, Closest to Pin and Approach Challenge.
Can kids use the Toptracer Range?
Yes. Children accompanied by an adult are welcome, no minimum age is stated, and several of the games are aimed at kids. Junior clubs are available.
Do I need my own clubs?
No. Clubs are included with a range reservation if you need them, in unisex and junior sizes. If you want a full set for a round, see Hilton Head golf club rentals.
What if I need to cancel or it rains?
You get a full refund of your deposit or credit if you cancel with 2 hours’ notice. No-shows are charged the full deposit. If the operator cancels because of weather or another unforeseen circumstance, the deposit or credit is refunded in full.
Is there a Topgolf on Hilton Head Island?
We’re not aware of a Topgolf venue on the island. The Toptracer Range at Palmetto Dunes is the closest match: covered bays, ball-tracking screens, games and a food and drink menu, all at the tee.
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