Burke, VA is located in the heart of Fairfax County, in northern Virginia. It is just 19 miles southwest of Washington, D.C. The area is known for its parkland, forests, wooded trails, and established suburban communities.
Burke is also home to Burke Lake, which is the largest lake in Fairfax County.
Thanks to its abundant green space, Burke and the surrounded area are home to a number of excellent golf courses.
Many of these golf courses are part of the Fairfax County Rec Centers. You can learn more about the Fairfax County Rec Centers in my ultimate guide!
Below are my top recommendations for golf courses near Burke, VA.
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Burke Lake Golf Center
Location
6915 Ox Rd, Fairfax Station, VA 22039
Hours
The course is open 30 minutes before sunrise to dusk daily. The range is open from 8 am to 9 pm. The range opens at 12 pm on Tuesdays.
Description
Burke Lake Golf Center is located in the heart of Burke at Burke Lake Park. It is conveniently located off Ox Road and the Fairfax County Parkway.
The 18-hole course is perfect for golfers of all playing abilities. You can also work on your game with the help of the Burke Lake Golf Academy, Junior Golf, and Tournaments.
The golf center also has a newly renovated 4,200 square-foot clubhouse with a Pro Shop. There is expanded outdoor patio seating as well.
You can also grab breakfast, lunch, or a snack at Mulligan’s Grill. They serve a Breakfast Special, Breakfast Burrito, Grilled Cheese, Burgers, Sandwiches, Wraps, Beer, Wine, and more. You can find the full menu online.
Springfield Golf and Country Club
Location
8301 Old Keene Mill Rd, Springfield, VA 22152
Hours
- Open Daily: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Closed Monday
Description
Springfield Golf and Country Club is located in nearby Springfield, Virginia. It features lovely rolling hills and tree-lined fairways.
The club has all of the best country club amenities, including tennis courts, pickleball courts, a pool, fitness center, and outdoor patio. They even have both indoor and outdoor racquet courts that you can use year-round.
The restaurant onsite serves lunch and dinner on Tuesdays to Sundays, and breakfast is served on the weekends, including Sunday brunch.
Laurel Hill Golf Club
Location
8701 Laurel Crest Dr, Lorton, A 22079
Hours
Open Daily: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Description
Laurel Hill Golf Club is another excellent public course located a little further south of Burke in Lorton, VA. It is over 7,102 yards in length. The fairways are wide, though the course is considered challenging due to changes in elevation throughout.
The golf club features a clubhouse with a pro shop and large meeting rooms that are perfect for hosting tournaments and private events.
The Tower Grill is a restaurant on-site that serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Their extensive menu includes Omelettes, French Toast, Breakfast Burritos, Salads, Chicken Platters, Sandwiches, and Burgers.
You can find a full menu online.
Twin Lakes Golf Course
Location
6201 Union Mill Rd, Clifton, VA 20124
Hours
Open Daily: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Description
Twin Lakes Golf Club is also located a little further outside Burke in Clifton, VA. Clifton is a lovely section of Fairfax County known for its wooded areas and less development.
Twin Lakes features not one but two 18-hole courses. The Oaks Course is 6,715 yards in length and features difficult tree-lined fairways. The Lakes course is 6,695 yards and is considered less challenging than the Oaks course. This makes Twin Lakes a great place for golfers of varying skill levels.
Twin Lakes Golf Club also features the Eisman Golf Academy, which was ranked a Top Golf Teacher in VA by Golf Digest. You can register for golf lessons (beginners, ladies, and short game); Junior Summer Camps; Clinics; and more.
The clubhouse has a fully stocked pro shop and a restaurant on site. The Lakes Grill serves a limited menu of breakfast and lunch items, including Breakfast Sandwiches, Burgers, Sandwiches, and Hot Dogs, as well as beer and wine. You can find a full menu online.
The golf club is also a beautiful setting for weddings and other special events. The clubhouse has a banquet room with a capacity for up to 200 guests.
Westfields Golf Club
Location
13940 Balmoral Greens Ave, Clifton, VA 20124
Hours
Open Daily: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Description
Westfields Golf Club is also located in lovely Clifton, VA. The golf club is a Fred Couples Signature Golf Course. It is a gorgeous course that is also a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary.
The course is perfect for all skill levels. It ranges in length from 4,600 yards to over 7,000 yards. Though it is densely tree-lined, it is also spacious and open.
Westfields also offers a wide range of golf lessons for beginners and advanced players alike. Some of the available courses include Private Instruction, “Full Swing” Sessions, The Personal Golf Instruction Program, Junior Clinics, and Ladies’ Clinics.
The golf club also has a 23-station driving range as well as an 11,000 square foot putting green and pitching area to practice your game.
Westfields is also a great destination for weddings and special events. They have a banquet hall that seats 200 guests, as well as a 1,000-square-foot outside deck with ample space.
Pinecrest Golf Course
Location
6600 Little River Turnpike, Alexandria, VA 22312
Hours
Open Daily: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Description
Located in nearby Alexandria, Virginia, Pinecrest is another golf course to check out. It is a 9-hole executive course that measures 2,462 yards in length. The fairways are narrow, with many hills and ponds.
The golf course also features the Wayne Valis Family Golf Center, which has a TrackMan golf simulator.
The club also offers camps, classes, and clinics at the Pinecrest Golf Academy.
Pinecrest has a fully stocked pro shop and a snack bar offering hot dogs, burgers, sandwiches, and drinks (including beer and wine). You can find a full menu online.
Oak Marr Golf Course
Location
3136 Jermantown Rd, Oakton, VA 22124
Hours
Open Daily: 8:00 am – 9:00 pm
Description
Oak Marr Golf Course is located right next to the excellent Oak Marr Rec Center, which is one of the nicest and most newly renovated Rec Centers in Fairfax County.
The 9-hole golf course is 1,456 yards in length. It is considered one of the best teaching courses in the area. There is also a 78-station lighted driving range.
Oak Marr also offers private and group lessons year-round for juniors and adults.
Other bonuses at Oak Marr include the Oak Marr Rec Center next door, which has a full Olympic-size pool, hot tub, saunas, fitness center, smoothie bar, locker rooms, showers, and much more.
Oak Marr also has a miniature golf course that is great for the whole family.
Penderbrook Golf Club
Location
3700 Golf Trail Ln, Fairfax, VA 22033
Hours
Open Daily: 7:00 am – 8:00 pm
Description
Penderbrook Golf Club is located in nearby Fairfax, VA. The club is conveniently located near Fair Oaks Mall, Route 50, and I-66.
The 18-hole course is considered to be one of the most difficult in the area. It has seven water holes and over 60 bunkers.
There is a restaurant on site, Mulligan’s Pub, where you can order appetizers like Crab Dip, Shrimp Basket, Onion Rings, Salads, Sandwiches, Flatbreads, and much more.
You can find a full menu online.
Old Hickory Golf Club
Location
11921 Chanceford Dr, Woodbridge, VA 22192
Hours
Call for more information.
Description
Old Hickory Golf Club is located a little further south in Woodbridge, VA. It is a Par 72, 7,190-yard championship course.
One of the defining features of the course is Beaver Creek, which runs through the middle of the course. There are 9 holes to the north of the creek and 9 holes to the south of the creek.
The course is marked by rolling hills and lined by maple, pine, oak, and, of course, hickory trees.
There is a grille onsite that serves up unique fare like Toasted Ravioli, Pepperoni Flatbread, Fish n Chips, Lasagna, and much more. You can find a full menu online.
Old Hickory is also a gorgeous setting for weddings. The venue has earned multiple five-star ratings. There is a lovely ballroom, dining room, and veranda overlooking the golf course. The venue accommodates up to 250 guests.
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