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Potomac Shores Course

Potomac Shores Golf Club

Dumfries, VA, USA
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18 holesPar 727,020 yds

About this course

Potomac Shores Golf Club isn't just a golf course; it's a modern testament to the evolving game, carved into the rolling landscapes of Northern Virginia's Prince William County. Characterized by its elevation changes and strategic bunkering, the Jack Nicklaus Signature design plays longer than the yardage suggests, favoring those who can confidently shape their shots through the firm, fast fairways and undulating greens. Water features come into play on several holes, demanding calculated risks and rewarding decisive play. While not steeped in century-old traditions or nationally recognized tournaments, Potomac Shores offers a compelling experience nonetheless. The course presents a stern but fair test to golfers of all skill levels. It has been a stop for up-and-coming pros on the developmental tours. Beyond the golf, Potomac Shores fosters a community atmosphere centered around its upscale amenities. Locals know it as the place to spend time with friends or the family. Its proximity to the Potomac River lends a unique charm, the breezes and the views providing a welcome distraction for those whose games may occasionally falter. The clubhouse, a contemporary structure, offers a relaxed setting to recount the day's triumphs (or near misses) over a post-round meal, cementing Potomac Shores' place as a modern golf destination.

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.

1987

Best in World

1780

Best in USA

46

Best in VA

Quick facts

Location
Dumfries, VA, USA
Access
Public
Holes
18
Par
72
Length
7,020 yards
Difficulty
145
Course Vaults score
7.5

Getting there

Potomac Shores Golf Club lies just thirty-five miles south of Washington, D.C., making Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) the most convenient gateway, with Dulles International (IAD) serving as a viable alternative for those arriving from the west. The drive from either hub follows Interstate 95 through Northern Virginia's outer suburbs before peeling off toward the Potomac River's western shore, where the landscape opens into tidal marshland and wooded bluffs. As you approach Dumfries, the transition is palpable - traffic thins, the river comes into view, and the final turn delivers you to Jack Nicklaus's dramatic cliffside layout, perched where the Potomac widens on its journey toward the Chesapeake.

FAQ

Common questions about Potomac Shores

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

Potomac Shores has a Course Vaults score of 7.5 out of 10 based on 46 logged golfers.

Yes. Potomac Shores is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at Potomac Shores is 72.

Potomac Shores plays 7,020 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Potomac Shores is 145.

Potomac Shores is a 18-hole course.

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