Army Navy Country Club

Army Navy Country Club's Red/White combination occupies a historic site in Arlington, Virginia, positioned along the Potomac River with views toward the nation's capital. The club traces its origins to 1924, when it was established to serve members of the military and federal government. The current course configuration reflects work by Mayor Richard D. Newman and Rich Mandell, who shaped the layout across rolling terrain characteristic of the Virginia Piedmont. The Red and White nines form one of three possible eighteen-hole combinations at the club, which operates a twenty-seven-hole facility. The routing takes advantage of natural elevation changes and mature tree corridors that define individual holes and create strategic interest. Several holes play along higher ground offering distant views, while others occupy lower corridors where accuracy becomes paramount. The property's proximity to Washington makes it a convenient venue for military officers, government officials, and their families who comprise much of the membership. The club maintains traditions reflecting its military heritage, including formal dining facilities and a clubhouse that serves as a social center for members across the armed services and federal agencies. The course itself balances accessibility for a range of skill levels with enough length and challenge to host club competitions. The Red/White pairing provides a representative test of the overall facility, incorporating both the open character of certain holes and the tighter, tree-lined corridors that define others.