Cahoon Plantation

Cahoon Plantation is a daily-fee facility in Chesapeake, Virginia, designed by Ed Ault and Tom Clark. The course opened in the 1990s as part of the region's expansion of public golf options in the Hampton Roads area. Ault, a prolific architect active primarily in the mid-Atlantic and southeastern United States, collaborated with Clark on a layout that works with the relatively flat, wooded terrain characteristic of southeastern Virginia's coastal plain. The routing moves through stands of mature pines and hardwoods, with several holes playing along natural wetland areas and drainage corridors. Water comes into play on multiple holes, typical of courses built in this low-lying region where managing stormwater and preserving natural hydrology are design considerations. The layout offers a straightforward test from multiple tee sets, making it accessible to a range of skill levels while still requiring accuracy off the tee and thoughtful course management around the hazards. Cahoon Plantation serves the Chesapeake and greater Hampton Roads golf market, providing a traditional tree-lined parkland experience. The course has been part of the local tournament rotation over the years and remains a fixture for area golfers seeking an affordable round in a natural setting. The facility includes practice areas and a clubhouse typical of daily-fee operations in the region.