Virginia Tech Golf Course

The Virginia Tech Golf Course serves the university community and public golfers in Blacksburg, situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains of southwest Virginia. Designed by Buddy Loving and opened in the 1960s, the course occupies rolling terrain characteristic of the region's Appalachian foothills. The layout provides a straightforward test of golf within the constraints of a university-affiliated facility, balancing accessibility for students and faculty with enough challenge to engage experienced players. The routing works across moderate elevation changes and incorporates natural features typical of the area, including wooded corridors and occasional creek crossings. Tree-lined fairways define many holes, and the greens present standard undulation without severe contouring. The course functions as the home facility for Virginia Tech's men's and women's golf teams, hosting collegiate matches and providing practice grounds for the university's competitive programs. As a public-access course connected to a major university, the facility sees steady play from students, alumni, and area residents. The setting offers views of the surrounding mountains and maintains the wooded, pastoral character common to golf courses in this part of Virginia. The course operates as both a recreational amenity for the campus and a functional venue for the university's athletic programs, reflecting its dual role in serving both casual and competitive golf within the Virginia Tech community.