Virginia Golf Guide - Virginia Golf Guide 2026
Central & Southern Virginia
2025-12-18 08:28:22
Steeped in history and Southern charm, this region features presidential estates, vineyards, and elegant resorts. From Richmond’s championship greens to Lynchburg’s rolling fairways, golf in Virginia’s heartland is equally inviting.
(1) Beaver Creek Golf Club, Martinsville
beavercreekgolfva.com
276-632-0283 • Public
An 18-hole, par-71 public course with fescue fairways, bent greens, and mild hills terrain.
(2) Belmont Golf Course, Henrico
playbelmontrva.org
804-424-3249 • Public
A modern golf facility with a 12-hole course, a six-hole short course, and an 18-hole putting course.
(3) Birdwood Golf Course at Boar’s Head Resort, Charlottesville
boarsheadresort.com
434-293-4653 • Public/Resort
Davis Love III-designed course with 18 championship golf holes, along with a six-hole par-3 and putting course.
(4) Birkdale Golf Club, Chesterfield
acumengolf.com/birkdale
804-739-8800 • Semi-Private
Designed by renowned architect Dan Maples, Birkdale offers a traditional, tree-lined layout.
(5) Cardinal Golf Club, Fort Gregg-Adams
lee.armymwr.com/programs/cardinal-golf-club
804-734-2899 • Semi-Private
A 27-hole championship course. Three courses include a 2002 Ault, Clark, and Associates-designed nine.
(6) Cedars Country Club, Chatham
cedarscountryclub.org
434-656-8036 • Semi-Private
Nine holes over 2,984 yards with a par of 36.
(7) The Crossings Golf Club, Glen Allen
thecrossingsgc.com
804-261-0000 • Semi-Private
Joe Lee-designed par-72 course. Events include qualifying for the U.S. PubLinks Championship and Nike Tour.
(8) Dogwood Trace Golf Course, Petersburg
dogwoodtracegolf.com
804-732-5573 • Public
This course features four different sets of tee boxes with more than 6,700 yards from the back tees. Par 72.
(9) Forest Park Country Club, Martinsville
forestparkcc.org
276-632-1711 • Semi-Private
This Gene Hamm course has a rating of 71.9 and a slope rating of 121 on Bermuda grass.
(10) Glenwood Golf Club, Richmond
glenwoodgolfclub1927.com
804-226-1793 • Public
Fred Findlay-designed course famous for small greens but generous fairways. Offering a golfing challenge for every skill level since 1927.
(11) The Greene Hills Club, Stanardsville
greenehillsclub.com
434-985-7328 • Semi-Private
Designed by Raymond F. Loving, Jr., this par-71 course measures 6,400 yards and has been open since 1968.
(12) The Greens at Tanyard, Louisa
tanyardgolfcourse.com
540-967-1889 • Semi-Private
Visit this par-72 championship course, open Monday-Sunday. Call the pro shop for tee time availability.
(13) Greens Folly Golf Course, South Boston
greensfolly.com
434-572-4998 • Public
Eighteen holes will test your accuracy with fairways, water hazards, and sand traps.
(14) Hat Creek Golf Course, Brookneal
hatcreekgolf.com
434-376-2292 • Public
Designed by Bill Singleton, this course measures 3,131 yards from the longest tees for a par of 36.
(15) The Hollows Golf Club, Montpelier
thehollows.com
804-883-5381 • Public
Three nines totaling 27 holes and one of the best values in Virginia. Visit Facebook for discounts and coupons.
(16) Hunting Hawk Golf Club, Glen Allen
huntinghawkgolf.com
804-749-1900 • Public
Eighteen holes over 6,800 yards with a par of 72.
(17) Independence Golf Club, Midlothian
independencegolfclub.com
804-601-8600 • Public
Recognized by Golf Digest as one of the top courses in Richmond, this 18-hole championship course is for every skill level.
(18) Keswick Hall Full Cry Golf Course, Keswick
keswick.com/property-highlights/full-cry-golf-at-keswick
434-979-3440 • Semi-Private/Resort
One of the last golf courses designed by the brilliant Pete Dye and consistently ranked as one of the best courses to play by major golf magazines.
(19) Kinderton Country Club, Clarksville
kindertoncountryclub.com
434-374-8822 • Semi-Private
Located on Buggs Island Lake, with rolling hills throughout the course and water in play on five holes.
(20) Lake Gaston Golf Club, Gasburg
playlggc.com
434-577-2888 • Public
Eighteen holes offering exceptional variety, including wide-open fairways and challenging, narrow chutes.
(21) Lake Monticello Golf Club, Palmyra
lakemonticellogolf.org
434-589-3075 • Semi-Private
Excellent Buddy Loving design ideal for all skill levels, with 18 holes over 6,930 yards with a par of 72.
(22) Magnolia Green Golf Club, Moseley
magnoliagreengolfclub.com
804-639-5701 • Semi-Private
A Nicklaus design with Tom Clark layout, with Bermuda grass fairways, undulating terrain, and elevation changes, ensuring challenges for all skill levels.
(23) The Manor Golf Club, Farmville
golfthemanor.com
434-392-2244 • Public
An 18-hole par-72 with superb conditions and excellent practice facilities.
(24) Mattaponi Springs Golf Club, Ruther Glen
mattaponisprings.com
804-633-7888 • Public
An 18-hole par-72 recognized as a premier golf destination in Central Virginia.
(25) Meadows Farms Golf Course, Locust Grove
meadowsfarmsgolfcourse.com
540-854-9890 • Public
Signature par-6 hole with 841-yard championship tee. “The Longest Golf Hole in the United States,” Guinness Book of World Records.
(26) Meadowcreek Golf Course, Charlottesville
meadowcreekgolf.org
434-977-0615 • Public
Named one of the “Best Places to Play” by Golf Digest, this 155-acre course will challenge your game.
(27) Mill Quarter Plantation Golf Course, Powhatan
millquarter.com
804-598-4221 • Public
Play 18 holes over 6,943 yards with a par of 72. An Edmund Ault design nestled into the rolling Virginia countryside.
(28) Old Trail Golf Club, Crozet
oldtrailgolf.com
434-823-8101 • Semi-Private
An 18-hole championship course designed to conform to the natural features of the land.
(29) Pendleton Golf Club, Ruther Glen
pendletongolfva.com
804-448-4727 • Public
Stretching 7,000 yards as it meanders through the woods of Ruther Glen, with five tees to accommodate all players.
(30) Poplar Grove Golf Club, Amherst
poplargrovegolf.com
434-946-9933 • Semi-Private
Newly renovated par-72 with spectacular views.
(31) Providence Golf Club, Richmond
providencegolfclub.com
804-276-1865 • Public
This 18-hole, par-71 course received a 4.5-star rating from Golf Digest’s “Best Places to Play.”
(32) Queenfield Golf Club, Manquin
queenfieldgolf.com
804-769-8838 • Public
The club’s L93 Bentgrass greens are some of the highest quality putting greens in the state.
(33) River Ridge Golf & Camping Club, Bracey
riverridgegcc.com
434-636-3351 • Public
Nine holes over 2,922 yards with a par of 36.
(34) Somerset Farms Golf Course, Locust Grove
somersetfarmsgolfcourse.com
540-547-7274 • Public
This 6,500-plus-yard course offers 18 signature holes with traditional and links-style play along the banks of the Rapidan River.
(35) Spring Creek Golf Club, Zion Crossroads
springcreekgolfclub.com
540-832-0744 • Semi-Private
A Golf Digest Top 100 Public Course in 2021, with 18 holes and a par of 72.
(36) Swannanoa Golf and Country Club, Afton
swannanoa.com
540-943-1188 • Public
Its 18 holes are situated in an idyllic saddle atop Afton Mountain, with sweeping vistas everywhere you look. Open May-November.
(37) Sycamore Creek Golf Course, Manakin Sabot
creekrva.com
804-784-3544 • Public
Signature Michael Hurdzan design. Rolling fairways, strategically placed bunkers, natural wetlands, undulating putting surfaces.
(38) Tanglewood Shores Golf and Country Club, Bracey
tanglewoodgolfcommunity.org
434-636-2254 • Semi-Private
Nine holes, par 36. New MiniVerde Bermuda greens and six sets of tees for all ages and skill levels.
(39) Top Golf, Richmond
topgolf.com/us/richmond
804-977-6371 • Public
Climate-controlled hitting bays. HDTVs in every bay and throughout the sports bar and restaurant. Complimentary clubs.
(40) Windy Hill Sports Complex, Midlothian
windyhillsports.com
804-794-0010 • Public
The property is 150 acres and includes a regulation nine-hole golf course, as well as a lighted par-3 course.
(41) Wintergreen Resort, Wintergreen
wintergreenresort.com
434-325-8250 • Resort
Two courses. Two invigorating experiences. Devils Knob, Virginia’s highest golf course, and Stoney Creek, designed by Rees Jones.
(42) Winton Farm Golf Course, Amherst
wintonfarm.co/golf
434-946-7336 • Semi-Private
Immaculate conditions are the norm at Winton, known for its excellent greens and perfect Bermuda grass fairways.
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