Bull Run CC
A sunny day view of a hole at Bull Run Country Club.
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4.5
824 Reviews (824)
5 Stars
378
4 Stars
324
3 Stars
75
2 Stars
29
1 Stars
18
Conditions
4.2
Value
3.8
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.8
96.7%
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750 out of 824 reviews
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4.8
11 Reviews (11)
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Conditions
4.7
Value
4.0
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.5
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4.7
14 Reviews (14)
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4.6
Value
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Layout
4.6
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Amenities
3.9
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4.6
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Course Highlights
Bull Run stands out among Northern Virginia public courses for its well-regarded layout that rewards accurate driving. Friendly and welcoming staff consistently enhance the experience for returning and first-time visitors alike.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6961 yards
Slope 143
Rating 73.4

Situated in the foothills of Bull Run Mountain, Bull Run Golf Club has a beautiful woodland setting that is conveniently located just minutes from many historic Civil War sites. The course plays through mature forests and across lush, grassy meadows. There are also several ponds that come into play throughout. The expansive layout covers over 450 acres, allowing plenty of room for the native flora and fauna. The risk-reward layout has plenty of challenges for more daring hitters but it also offers wide fairways that are molded to steer the ball towards the center. The landing areas are generous but they are often framed by grassy hollows, bunkers, or mature trees. Bull Run is challenging, but playable, which is why the club is considered one of the best golf courses in the D.C. area.

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Course Details

Year Built 1998
Fairways Bent Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Rick Jacobson (1998)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "Raspberry Golf Academy"
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed Soft spikes only
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.5
824 Reviews (824)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 53
19th Hole Scenic Views 31
Patio Dining 21
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 61
Forced Carries 56
Water Hazards 48
This course/club is great for:
Locals 53
Advanced Golfers 52
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 43
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 72
In the 'Burbs 49
Near the Airport 17

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Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Nice Greens

Overall the course a Bull Run was great and I would happily play there again. The course was in good to excellent shape and it had some really good greens. A few holes had some construction work going as it looks like they are starting to build some estate size homes around the course. Pace of play was good, we didn't have to wait on the group in front of us and weren't being pushed by the group behind us. The only odd thing came at the end of the round. They had carts blocking the exits to the parking lot rows, the last row only had cones so we drove between two to get out. Not sure what that was all about since there was plenty of open parking spaces around.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Just Continue to Enjoy Bull Run Golf!

What's not to like? Mountains...Rolling VA countryside; wonderfully-maintained course; challenging but not overly so; and five minutes from my home!

Shhhhhhhhh--don't tell many folks about it!!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good layout and challenging

Unfortunately the prior weather conditions limitted use to cart path only and made for alot of walking. Overall the course was above average.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good Course

I've played this course a few times and this past time was the best I've seen it. I think I enjoyed it a little more because we got a great deal for $65 compared to the normal $95 it costs.

Anyway, once every now and then it's a great course to get out and play at. No blind shots, which is always a plus. Distances play true. Greens roll great, but are quick.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun layout

Challenging, but fair. Starter and marshall's keep pace of play moving.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good layout

Pace of play was very good for a Saturday round, enjoyed the layout

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good time

This course was surprising to be a public course.
It was VERY WELL maintain and would give some private courses a run for the money. Highly recommended.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Bull Run is a very well maintained coarse.

Bull Run staff was very friendly. we arrived, hit some range balls to warm up and teed off on a very pleasent round.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Solid

The facilities are very well taken care of, the carts are solid, free range balls is a nice perk, nice putting green, very friendly and helpful staff. The course itself was very nice, well taken care of. The greens were close to perfect, which is what I care about most. Almost every hole is very playable with very little trouble (OB). The fairways are wide and generous and the greens are larger than most as well. It is pretty beginner friendly but still a fun play for the more accomplished player. Our foursome took our time and was never rushed, but the 4.5 hr round is slower than I am used to, but it didn't bother me as we weren't waiting around at any tees, which makes me wonder how it actually took that long to play. Overall, very solid course. I'll be back at some point.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Beautiful course, I really enjoyed playing golf here.

The course was very well-maintained, the greens rolled very nicely. All of the staff I spoke with were very courteous and helpful. I would definitely recommend people to check this course out. I know I will be back to play here again. Golf is always so much more fun and relaxing when you take the time to enjoy the scenery. I saw numerous deer a couple turtles,it just made my experience that much better. You should definitely give this course a try and I hope you enjoy yourself.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Better than I remember

It had been years since I played this course and the conditions then were horrible. I like the conditions now even though the traps could use a lot more consistency. Some were hardpan while others were like a beachhead. All in all, the course was a treat to play and the greens rolled true. I will definitely go back and play again.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great conditions

Bull Run has finally returned to it's former beauty. After being down and in financial trouble for several years the cousre has finally returned to it's original shape. Since Raspberry Mgmt took over a few years back they have been working on getting it back into shape. I can finally say that this year they have made it. Tee to green every hole was in superb condition. Fairways are firm and run. The greens are quick and true. Played on a Friday morning. 4.5 hour round. Would have been faster if the group hadn't struggle so much on 3 or 4 holes. $62 on GolfNow is a nice price for this course and the conditions. Will play again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Played several times, good overall layout.

Course is back to its high standard condition of several years ago. Concern that new home sites will impact golf views.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Great condition as usual

This was the 4th time I had played this course and it never disappoints. Greens were true and fast, fairways were cut nice and short. Staff were friendly and I played in less than 3 and a half hours.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Well maintained and alot of fun to play.

Would play again any time. Loved the par 5s. And found the 18th to be an awesome finishing hole.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course in fantastic shape. New owners have made great progress.

Was very impressed with course condition. Have played this course in the past and the condition of the fairways and greens was not nearly as impressive. The pace of play was also quick, about four hours. Thoroughly enjoyed the round on this fine May day.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

decent... could be great

The starter was great. Very friendly and informative. The course was in decent shape but could be a little more refined for the price. The staff overall was pretty great with one glaring exception. The course marshall.

We played a 4:45 round with 2 pretty slow, short-hitting seniors. 1/2 way thru 15 we were warned we were 1/2 a hole behind the pace of play. We acknowledged his request and tried to speed things up. Funny thing, no one behind us, no one in front of us. Approaching the 16th green we were sternly told, "you guys are now a full hole behind pace of play, please pick it up." Still no one behind us and the next tee occupied. We felt rushed none the least. We asked why the rush? we're holding up no one. We were told "you need to adhere to the pace of play."
Hoping this would be the end of it we played on. It wasn't. The marshall now with a coworker, parked right off of the 16th green to watch us finish out the hole. They were audibly laughing at us. Very Classy. Now i know we're far from pros, but we all shot 85-105 that day. Clearly they found some humor in our game. I was quite shocked.

I'd like to say I'd try this course again, but there are too many courses in the area with a better value and considerably less hassle.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Excellent Conditions

Course is in great shape! Fairways and greens are manicured.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fair and forgiving layout for high handicaps

Beautifully maintained course with fair and forgiving layout, especially the wider than usual fairways, which helps keep the ball in play for high handicappers like me. No holes were overwhelming in difficulty, but were still interesting and challenging. One of my new favorites in nothern Virginia.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

very nice course

While the course is quite a distance from me, I feel it is worth a slot in the annual rotation. Conditions were fantastic. Fairways were pretty wide open. Staff was friendly. The only real negative was a relative slow pace of play, but the course was busy that day. The first foursome we caught up with was very busy with all of their side bets. They didn't even tee off on the first tee until the group in front of them cleared the green (400 yd. par 4). The starter should have prodded them to go. They eventually let us play through. Then we caught another group that was playing from the tips when they were about 20 cappers. Not much the course can do about idiots.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
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