Primland – Highland Course
Plan your round at Primland – Highland Course
The Highland Course at Primland is a Donald Steel design that opened in 2006 on a mountain plateau in the Blue Ridge of southern Virginia, near Meadows of Dan. It is a par 72 that plays 7,053 yards from the Black tees (75.1 rating) and is ranked by Golf Digest and Golfweek as Virginia's top public course. The course is open to resort guests, members and the general public.
- Resort
- 18 holes
- Par 72
- Designed by Donald Steel
- Opened 2006
Course strategy
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Walk the course
Primland – Highland Course hole by hole
Hole 1
536
yds ·Black
A downhill par 5 that opens the round, with a green overlooking a ravine. It is reachable in two for long hitters, but missing the fairway can cost a ball.
Hole 2
195
yds ·Black
A par 3 over a ravine to a hillside green. A miss to the right risks a lost ball, so favor the left side.
Hole 3
499
yds ·Black
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 4
149
yds ·Black
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 5
357
yds ·Black
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 6
541
yds ·Black
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 7
494
yds ·Black
Two bunkers guard the right of the fairway and trees line the left. The approach goes uphill then downhill and is hard to reach in regulation.
Hole 8
220
yds ·Black
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 9
342
yds ·Black
The shortest par 4 on the course, with a single front bunker and a bowl-shaped green. A good birdie chance.
Hole 10
463
yds ·Black
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 11
418
yds ·Black
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 12
205
yds ·Black
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 13
612
yds ·Black
The longest hole on the course, a rolling, uphill par 5 with no bunkers from tee to flag.
Hole 14
160
yds ·Black
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 15
391
yds ·Black
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 16
426
yds ·Black
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 17
561
yds ·Black
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 18
484
yds ·Black
An uphill tee shot to a right dogleg, then a downhill approach to an undulating green.
ScorecardView the full scorecard
Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | Black |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | 6 | 536 |
| 2 | 3 | 16 | 195 |
| 3 | 5 | 8 | 499 |
| 4 | 3 | 18 | 149 |
| 5 | 4 | 12 | 357 |
| 6 | 5 | 4 | 541 |
| 7 | 4 | 2 | 494 |
| 8 | 3 | 10 | 220 |
| 9 | 4 | 14 | 342 |
| Out | 36 | 3,333 | |
| 10 | 4 | 1 | 463 |
| 11 | 4 | 9 | 418 |
| 12 | 3 | 13 | 205 |
| 13 | 5 | 7 | 612 |
| 14 | 3 | 17 | 160 |
| 15 | 4 | 15 | 391 |
| 16 | 4 | 3 | 426 |
| 17 | 5 | 11 | 561 |
| 18 | 4 | 5 | 484 |
| In | 36 | 3,720 | |
| Total | 72 | 7,053 | |
| Rating / Slope | 75.1 / 150 | ||
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- You do not need to be a resort guest to book a tee time.
- Check the 2026 maintenance and late-opening dates before choosing a day.
- Collared shirt required for men; no denim or athletic shorts.
- Wear non-heeled athletic shoes.
- Lunch and non-alcoholic drinks come with an 18-hole round.
- Expect a mountain course with big elevation change and a 150 slope from the Black tees.
- Consider a step down in tees; the Red and Blue tees are 6,450 and 6,013 yards.
Dress code
Men: collared shirts with sleeves and slacks or golf shorts; no tank tops, denim, T-shirts, cut-offs, sweatpants, bathing suits or athletic shorts. Women: dresses, skirts, slacks, golf shorts or collared or mock-collared shirts; no bathing suits, denim, athletic shorts or tank tops. Non-heeled athletic shoes are required.
Practice facilities
Private lessons are offered in 30-minute and 1-hour sessions for up to four people, with Trackman available. A 30-minute intro clinic for ages 12 and up runs Thursday to Saturday, April through November, and multi-day School of Golf plans are available.
Food & drink
Lunch on the Green is served by the Fairway Smoker from April through November. Lunch and non-alcoholic beverages are included with every 18-hole round.
Policies
The Highland Course is open to the general public, members and resort guests, so you do not need to stay at the lodge to play. Green fees vary by season, with a higher peak rate from May to early August and again from September to October. Opening times change on some dates for maintenance, and the course closes for aerification in March and August, so check the posted schedule before booking. Tee times can be booked online, by phone or by email.
Quick answers
Primland – Highland Course at a glance
Is Primland – Highland Course open to the public?
Primland – Highland Course is a resort course — check with the course for who can book tee times.
How many holes does Primland – Highland Course have, and what's the par?
Primland – Highland Course has 18 holes and plays to a par of 72, at 7,053 yards.
Is there a hole-by-hole guide to Primland – Highland Course?
Yes. This guide covers Primland – Highland Course hole by hole, with the course's own notes on its holes.
Who designed Primland – Highland Course?
Primland – Highland Course was designed by Donald Steel and opened in 2006.
What's the dress code at Primland – Highland Course?
Men: collared shirts with sleeves and slacks or golf shorts; no tank tops, denim, T-shirts, cut-offs, sweatpants, bathing suits or athletic shorts. Women: dresses, skirts, slacks, golf shorts or collared or mock-collared shirts; no bathing suits, denim, athletic shorts or tank tops.
What practice facilities does Primland – Highland Course have?
Private lessons are offered in 30-minute and 1-hour sessions for up to four people, with Trackman available. A 30-minute intro clinic for ages 12 and up runs Thursday to Saturday, April through November, and multi-day School of Golf plans are available.
What food and drink does Primland – Highland Course have?
Lunch on the Green is served by the Fairway Smoker from April through November. Lunch and non-alcoholic beverages are included with every 18-hole round.
How do you book a tee time at Primland – Highland Course?
Book online through the course's tee-time page, or call 276-222-3827.
Where is Primland – Highland Course?
Primland – Highland Course is at 2000 Busted Rock Road, Meadows of Dan, VA 24120.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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