Jefferson District
In
the midst of the highway hum and hiss of the beltway in Falls
Church Virginia lies the nestled home of the Jefferson District golf
course. Just inside the inner loop off route 50 is a 9 hole course that
can satisfy even the most distinct golfers pallet.
Part of the Fairfax County Park
Authority this executive course was built in the mid 1970's. With
no hole longer than 400 yards the course can be rewarding if steady iron
shots are the strong point of your game.
With a layout that entices even the
"most avid cart rider" to brave the elements of a walking round, this course embodies a feel that
breaths simplicity yet deceptive
challenge all in the same instance.
Amigos favorite Hole:
The Par
4, number 4 was the hole we liked best at the Jefferson District course.
This hard dog leg left from the tee is flanked by a long water hazard on
the left hand side and on the right the fairway is lined with a row of
mature trees.
The initial tee approach is directed
to a landing area about 200 yards away with a 100 to 110 yard chip
directly to the left onto the green. For those of strong drives
approaching the green from the tee is tempting but highly unlikely;
unless your first name is Tiger.
The foursome this day all went south
and in the water with their second approach shot, except the lone Amigo
who hit a nice iron approach onto the green and was able to two putt to
Par the hole.
Review Date:
05/04/2002
Course review ratings are conducted on a five point scale. ( 1 = Double Bogey 3 = Par 5 = Eagle)
Tees:
The tee boxes were in fair shape.
Fairways:
In good shape. Nicely maintained with varying depths
Rough:
Rough is discernable yet manageable.
Traps:
Strategically placed but due to recent heavy rains some looked more like water hazards than traps. I was informed that they would be fixed soon.
Greens:
Greens were in perfect shape! The best aspect of the course. Kept in impeccable shape, a definite "A" plus.
Amenities:
A nice clubhouse with grill and large dinning area. A driving range would be a nice addition.
Staff Services:
Gracious staff, friendly and approachable for all service needs.
Pace of Play:
On a beautiful May day there was no wait and little wait in between pairings from tee to tee. A very popular course that is extremely easy on the legs and knees to walk.
Overall Average:
3.7, Par Course
OK Course, might be worth a play
We would like to thank Mrs. Karen Falcona for welcoming the GolfinAmigos out to review the Jefferson District golf course.
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Location:
7900 Lee Highway, Falls Church VA 20155
Tee Time Phone:
703-573-0444
Course Type:
Public
*The opinions expressed in this course review are those of the individual reviewer(s) and do not reflect the editorial opinion of
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