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Pohick Bay Course

Pohick Bay Golf Course

Lorton, VA, USA
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18 holesPar 726,375 yds71.7/131

About this course

Pohick Bay Golf Course sits along the Potomac River in Lorton, Virginia, approximately twenty miles south of Washington, D.C. The course was designed by George Cobb and opened in 1976 as part of a Fairfax County regional park that includes camping, marina, and recreational facilities. John LaFoy later contributed to renovations and refinements of the layout. The property occupies rolling terrain with mature hardwoods and offers views of Pohick Bay, a tidal inlet off the Potomac. The routing makes use of the natural topography, with elevation changes and wooded corridors defining many holes. Water comes into play on several holes, particularly those near the bay shoreline, and the design incorporates both strategic bunkering and natural hazards. The course serves as a public facility accessible to residents and visitors, maintaining a straightforward parkland character typical of municipal layouts from the mid-1970s. Pohick Bay operates within the Northern Virginia golf market, providing an affordable option near the capital region. The facility includes a driving range and practice areas, and the course hosts local tournaments and league play throughout the season. Its location within a larger park complex makes it a destination for families and groups seeking both golf and other outdoor activities along the Potomac waterfront.

Rankings

Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.

3740

Best in World

3497

Best in USA

86

Best in VA

Quick facts

Location
Lorton, VA, USA
Access
Public
Year built
1982
Holes
18
Par
72
Length
6,375 yards
Difficulty
71.7/131
Course Vaults score
6.1

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FAQ

Common questions about Pohick Bay

Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.

Pohick Bay has a Course Vaults score of 6.1 out of 10 based on 36 logged golfers.

Pohick Bay was designed by George Cobb and John LaFoy.

Yes. Pohick Bay is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at Pohick Bay is 72.

Pohick Bay plays 6,375 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Pohick Bay is 131.

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