Pohick Bay Golf 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.