Burke Lake Golf Center

Burke Lake Golf Center occupies a wooded site in Fairfax Station, Virginia, approximately twenty miles southwest of Washington, D.C. The course was designed by Leon Howard and Dave Bennett and operates as a public facility within the Fairfax County Park Authority system, situated adjacent to Burke Lake Park. The property takes advantage of the rolling terrain characteristic of Northern Virginia's Piedmont region, with mature hardwoods framing many holes and natural elevation changes incorporated into the routing. The layout presents a straightforward test suitable for players of varying abilities, with a mix of open and tree-lined holes that require accurate ball-striking. Water features come into play on several holes, reflecting the course's proximity to Burke Lake itself. The design emphasizes playability and pace of play, consistent with its role as a high-volume municipal facility serving the greater Washington metropolitan area. As a county-operated course, Burke Lake Golf Center functions primarily as an accessible option for local residents and visitors seeking affordable golf in a suburban setting. The facility includes a practice range and teaching programs that support the county's recreational mission. The course sees steady play throughout the season, particularly from golfers in Fairfax County and surrounding communities who value convenient access to public golf within the densely populated Northern Virginia corridor.