Algonkian Regional Park Golf Course
Plan your round at Algonkian Regional Park Golf Course
Algonkian Golf Course is an 18-hole, par-72 public course in Algonkian Regional Park in Sterling, Virginia, along the Potomac River. Ed Ault designed it in 1962, and NOVA Parks has run it since acquiring it with the park in 1975. It plays almost 7,000 yards from the back tees (6,909 yards, 72.7 rating, 125 slope from the blue tees), with Bermuda grass fairways and large greens.
- Public
- 18 holes
- Par 72
- Designed by Ed Ault
Course strategy
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Walk the course
Algonkian Regional Park Golf Course hole by hole
Hole 1
332
yds ·Middle
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 2
478
yds ·Middle
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 3
415
yds ·Middle
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 4
389
yds ·Middle
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 5
199
yds ·Middle
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 6
504
yds ·Middle
A 526-yard par 5 that doglegs left.
Hole 7
394
yds ·Middle
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 8
178
yds ·Middle
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 9
410
yds ·Middle
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 10
376
yds ·Middle
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 11
380
yds ·Middle
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 12
160
yds ·Middle
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 13
495
yds ·Middle
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 14
392
yds ·Middle
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 15
406
yds ·Middle
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 16
217
yds ·Middle
A par 3 that plays up to 240 yards from the back tee.
Hole 17
375
yds ·Middle
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 18
492
yds ·Middle
No notes for this hole yet.
ScorecardView the full scorecard
Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | Back | Middle | Ladies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 13 | 344 | 332 | 324 |
| 2 | 5 | 7 | 506 | 478 | 424 |
| 3 | 4 | 1 | 447 | 415 | 315 |
| 4 | 4 | 9 | 407 | 389 | 338 |
| 5 | 3 | 15 | 207 | 199 | 165 |
| 6 | 5 | 5 | 526 | 504 | 433 |
| 7 | 4 | 11 | 410 | 394 | 322 |
| 8 | 3 | 17 | 184 | 178 | 173 |
| 9 | 4 | 3 | 442 | 410 | 319 |
| Out | 36 | 3,473 | 3,299 | 2,813 | |
| 10 | 4 | 16 | 388 | 376 | 368 |
| 11 | 4 | 8 | 404 | 380 | 308 |
| 12 | 3 | 18 | 172 | 160 | 122 |
| 13 | 5 | 2 | 513 | 495 | 422 |
| 14 | 4 | 4 | 410 | 392 | 304 |
| 15 | 4 | 10 | 424 | 406 | 347 |
| 16 | 3 | 6 | 224 | 217 | 138 |
| 17 | 4 | 14 | 391 | 375 | 304 |
| 18 | 5 | 12 | 510 | 492 | 400 |
| In | 36 | 3,436 | 3,293 | 2,713 | |
| Total | 72 | 6,909 | 6,592 | 5,526 | |
| Rating / Slope | 72.7 / 125 | 71.2 / 121 | 71.1 / 114 | ||
Scorecard data: OpenGolfAPI, © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL)
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Carry at least six clubs in your bag
- Bring a shirt, shoes and appropriate golf attire
- Keep carts 30 feet from greens and off tee boxes
- Children under 14 can play only if 7 or older and supervised by a playing adult
Dress code
Players and spectators must wear shirts, shoes and appropriate golf attire at all times.
Carts & walking
No more than two passengers may ride in a cart. Pull and power carts stay 30 feet from greens and off tee boxes. Cart fees apply, including for non-players 14 and older riding with an adult.
Rentals & pro shop
Rental clubs are available. Each player must carry a bag with at least six clubs.
Food & drink
The snack bar serves breakfast muffins, sandwiches and grill items, with beer and other drinks, and has inside and patio seating.
Policies
Only registered players, their spectators and NOVA Parks staff may be on the course. Non-players under 14 are not permitted on the course. Children ages 7 to 13 pay greens and cart fees and must be closely supervised by a playing adult. Hitting practice balls on the lawn, walks, traps or tees while waiting is not allowed, and only groups ready to tee off may use the starting tee.
Quick answers
Algonkian Regional Park Golf Course at a glance
Is Algonkian Regional Park Golf Course open to the public?
Yes. Algonkian Regional Park Golf Course is a public course.
How many holes does Algonkian Regional Park Golf Course have, and what's the par?
Algonkian Regional Park Golf Course has 18 holes and plays to a par of 72, from 5,526 to 6,909 yards depending on the tees.
Is there a hole-by-hole guide to Algonkian Regional Park Golf Course?
Yes. This guide covers Algonkian Regional Park Golf Course hole by hole, with the course's own notes on its holes.
Who designed Algonkian Regional Park Golf Course?
Algonkian Regional Park Golf Course was designed by Ed Ault.
What's the dress code at Algonkian Regional Park Golf Course?
Players and spectators must wear shirts, shoes and appropriate golf attire at all times.
What are the cart and walking rules at Algonkian Regional Park Golf Course?
No more than two passengers may ride in a cart. Pull and power carts stay 30 feet from greens and off tee boxes.
What food and drink does Algonkian Regional Park Golf Course have?
The snack bar serves breakfast muffins, sandwiches and grill items, with beer and other drinks, and has inside and patio seating.
How do you book a tee time at Algonkian Regional Park Golf Course?
Book online through the course's tee-time page, or call (703) 450-4655.
Where is Algonkian Regional Park Golf Course?
Algonkian Regional Park Golf Course is at 47001 Fairway Drive, Sterling, VA 20165.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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