Twin Lakes Golf Course – The Lakes
Plan your round at Twin Lakes Golf Course – The Lakes
The Lakes is one of two 18-hole courses at Twin Lakes Golf Course, a Fairfax County Park Authority facility in Clifton. It opened in 1967 and plays par 72 at 6,695 yards from the back tees. It asks for more distance off the tee than its sister course but is the more forgiving of the two.
- Municipal
- 18 holes
- Par 72
- Opened 1967
Course strategy
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Twin Lakes Golf Course – The Lakes hole by hole
Hole 1
398
yds ·White
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 2
371
yds ·White
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Hole 3
353
yds ·White
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Hole 4
508
yds ·White
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Hole 5
342
yds ·White
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Hole 6
171
yds ·White
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Hole 7
376
yds ·White
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Hole 8
153
yds ·White
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Hole 9
460
yds ·White
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Hole 10
400
yds ·White
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Hole 11
178
yds ·White
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Hole 12
398
yds ·White
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Hole 13
490
yds ·White
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Hole 14
168
yds ·White
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Hole 15
299
yds ·White
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Hole 16
368
yds ·White
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Hole 17
463
yds ·White
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Hole 18
394
yds ·White
No notes for this hole yet.
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Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | Blue | White | Gold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | — | 416 | 398 | 373 |
| 2 | 4 | — | 385 | 371 | 355 |
| 3 | 4 | — | 380 | 353 | 340 |
| 4 | 5 | — | 530 | 508 | 451 |
| 5 | 4 | — | 373 | 342 | 302 |
| 6 | 3 | — | 196 | 171 | 144 |
| 7 | 4 | — | 417 | 376 | 365 |
| 8 | 3 | — | 182 | 153 | 135 |
| 9 | 5 | — | 472 | 460 | 448 |
| Out | 36 | 3,351 | 3,132 | 2,913 | |
| 10 | 4 | — | 410 | 400 | 390 |
| 11 | 3 | — | 195 | 178 | 152 |
| 12 | 4 | — | 420 | 398 | 355 |
| 13 | 5 | — | 517 | 490 | 470 |
| 14 | 3 | — | 192 | 168 | 127 |
| 15 | 4 | — | 323 | 299 | 282 |
| 16 | 4 | — | 385 | 368 | 354 |
| 17 | 5 | — | 482 | 463 | 440 |
| 18 | 4 | — | 420 | 394 | 364 |
| In | 36 | 3,344 | 3,158 | 2,934 | |
| Total | 72 | 6,695 | 6,290 | 5,847 | |
| Rating / Slope | 72.1 / 126 | 70.2 / 122 | 68.0 / 118 | ||
| Women's rating / slope | — | — | 73.3 / 127 | ||
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Check in at the pro shop 30 minutes before your tee time
- Wear soft spikes or tennis shoes; metal spikes are not allowed
- The Lakes is closed Fridays until 12 p.m.
- Bring at least six clubs in your bag
Arrival & check-in
Check in at the pro shop 30 minutes before your tee time.
Dress code
Proper attire is required. Soft spikes or tennis shoes are required and metal spikes are not allowed.
Carts & walking
The minimum age to rent or operate a cart is 18, and no more than two people may ride in a cart. No more than two carts are allowed per foursome, and carts are due back 15 minutes before sunset.
Practice facilities
The driving range has 36 stations, with six covered, and is open year-round weather permitting. There is also a putting green and a chipping area with a practice bunker. The range is open dawn to 30 minutes before sunset.
Food & drink
Twin Lakes Grill is on site and is open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Pace of play
An 18-hole round is expected to take 4 hours and 30 minutes. Groups are limited to four players, and rain checks are not issued for slow play.
Policies
Players must leave the course at the first sign of thunder, lightning or a staff siren, and if staff close the course for weather a rain check is issued based on holes played. Juniors ages 6 to 11 must be accompanied by a paying adult, and children under 6 are not permitted on the course. Each player must carry at least six clubs. Alcohol is prohibited unless purchased from Twin Lakes Golf Course.
Quick answers
Twin Lakes Golf Course – The Lakes at a glance
Is Twin Lakes Golf Course – The Lakes open to the public?
Yes. Twin Lakes Golf Course – The Lakes is a municipal course, open to the public.
How many holes does Twin Lakes Golf Course – The Lakes have, and what's the par?
Twin Lakes Golf Course – The Lakes has 18 holes and plays to a par of 72, from 5,847 to 6,695 yards depending on the tees.
Is there a hole-by-hole guide to Twin Lakes Golf Course – The Lakes?
Yes. You can see Twin Lakes Golf Course – The Lakes hole by hole on its interactive 3D map: fly a hole free, then unlock the rest.
When did Twin Lakes Golf Course – The Lakes open?
Twin Lakes Golf Course – The Lakes opened in 1967.
What's the dress code at Twin Lakes Golf Course – The Lakes?
Proper attire is required. Soft spikes or tennis shoes are required and metal spikes are not allowed.
What are the cart and walking rules at Twin Lakes Golf Course – The Lakes?
The minimum age to rent or operate a cart is 18, and no more than two people may ride in a cart. No more than two carts are allowed per foursome, and carts are due back 15 minutes before sunset.
What practice facilities does Twin Lakes Golf Course – The Lakes have?
The driving range has 36 stations, with six covered, and is open year-round weather permitting. There is also a putting green and a chipping area with a practice bunker.
What's the pace of play at Twin Lakes Golf Course – The Lakes?
An 18-hole round is expected to take 4 hours and 30 minutes. Groups are limited to four players, and rain checks are not issued for slow play.
What food and drink does Twin Lakes Golf Course – The Lakes have?
Twin Lakes Grill is on site and is open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
How do you book a tee time at Twin Lakes Golf Course – The Lakes?
Book online through the course's tee-time page, or call (703) 631-9099.
Where is Twin Lakes Golf Course – The Lakes?
Twin Lakes Golf Course – The Lakes is at 6201 Union Mill Rd, Clifton, VA 20124.
Info last reviewed November 4, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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