via Google1🏆 5 award winnersWilliamsburg
Nearest metro: Newport News (PHF)
Editorial writeup coming in the next pass.
9 courses·$$$·$1,099/golfer
Marquee: Golden Horseshoe Golf Club: Gold Course
3 destinations · 17 catalog courses · 12 nationally ranked
Best Golf Courses in Virginia
Virginia carries 3 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 17 independently researched courses, with the strongest trip-planning anchors ranked below. Pricing, weather, and primary airports are all real, pulled from the catalog at build time.
Every Virginia destination, ranked
Sorted by national-ranking depth, then catalog course count.
| # | Destination | Nearest airport | Courses | Peak greens fee | Price band |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Williamsburg | PHF (Newport News) | 4 must-play / 9 total | $50–$240 | $$$ |
| 2 | Hot Springs VA | ROA (Roanoke) | 2 must-play / 6 total | $233–$323 | $$$ |
| 3 | Raspberry Trail+ PA, MD | IAD (Washington) | 3 must-play / 19 total | $60–$200 | $$ |
Where is the best golf in Virginia?
Bull Run Golf Club at Raspberry Trail is the strongest catalog course in Virginia, earning Best New Public Course on national rankings. Virginia carries 12 nationally ranked courses in Scramble's catalog overall, so the choice between them depends on what trip you're planning.
The Virginia destination lineup
Near Newport News
via Google1🏆 5 award winnersNear Roanoke
via Google2🏆 2 award winnersHot Springs VA
Nearest metro: Roanoke (ROA)
Editorial writeup coming in the next pass.
6 courses·$$$·$1,749/golfer
Marquee: The Omni Homestead: Cascades Course
Near Washington
via Google3🏆 5 award winnersRaspberry Trail
Nearest metro: Washington (IAD)
Editorial writeup coming in the next pass.
19 courses·$$·$1,199/golfer
Marquee: Raspberry Falls Golf & Hunt Club
When to plan a Virginia golf trip
The strongest months for golf in Virginia are May, Jun, Sep, Oct, based on 20-year playability scores combining temperature and precipitation across the state's destinations. Tee-time inventory and rate stacking both tighten as those windows fill; book early in your preferred month rather than late, especially for the marquee courses.
Frequently asked questions about golf in Virginia
Is Virginia a good state for a golf trip?
Yes, decisively. Virginia has 3 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 17 independently researched courses, including 12 courses ranked on national best-of lists. Williamsburg anchors the state catalog, with neighboring destinations rounding out a long-weekend or full-week itinerary depending on group size.
How much does a Virginia golf trip cost?
A 3-round, 4-golfer trip to Virginia runs about $1,199 per person on average across the state's 3 destinations, with mid-range ($$) lodging. The cheaper destinations come in around $1,099 per person; the pricier resort markets push toward $1,749. Flights are excluded since they depend on your home airport. Use the trip calculator on any destination's page to lock in the actual number for your group.
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This page ranks every Virginia destination in Scramble's catalog by national-ranking depth, must-play course count, and total catalog course count, with editorial overrides where the auto-rank misses something. Trip cost is computed by sample-planning a 3-round, 4-golfer trip at mid-range ($$) lodging for each destination. Weather scores combine 20-year temperature and precipitation data.
Published June 2026. Updated when the data or Scramble’s recommendations change.