Montclair GC
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3.1
414 Reviews (414)
5 Stars
68
4 Stars
131
3 Stars
102
2 Stars
54
1 Stars
59
Conditions
2.6
Value
3.4
Layout
3.6
Friendliness
4.3
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.1
59.8%
Recommend this course
267 out of 414 reviews
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3.7
19 Reviews (19)
5 Stars
4
4 Stars
9
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.3
Value
4.3
Layout
3.8
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.4
84.2%
Recommend this course
16 out of 19 reviews
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3.1
51 Reviews (51)
5 Stars
8
4 Stars
14
3 Stars
11
2 Stars
9
1 Stars
9
Conditions
2.5
Value
3.3
Layout
3.6
Pace
3.5
Amenities
3.0
StaffFriendliness
4.2
54.9%
Recommend this course
28 out of 51 reviews
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Course Highlights
Montclair's tree-lined, narrow layout rewards accurate play and offers a scenic, nature-preserve atmosphere that consistently earns praise. Exceptionally friendly staff and strong value for an 18-hole round make this course a reliable Northern Virginia choice.

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Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 71
Length 6083 yards
Slope 133
Rating 70.4
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Course Details

Year Built 1972
Fairways Bent Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Algie Pulley (1972)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper attire is required.

Available Activities

Swimming

Available Sports

Tennis
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Reviews

3.1
414 Reviews (414)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 7
Course Challenges Include:
Narrow Fairways 19
Elevation Changes 17
Water Hazards 14
This course/club is great for:
Locals 20
Advanced Golfers 11
Seniors 7
This Course's Location is:
In the 'Burbs 21
Convenient to the City 8
Worth the Drive 6

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Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
3.0
Previously Played

Save your money

For now save your money

Tees are lacking any sort of maintenance

Greens are atrocious (like it’s really bad)

Golf cart also died on me by hole 8

Just spend an extra 15-20 and go somewhere else until they actually spend some money on this course smh

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Previously Played

Greens are gone

I love Montclair. It is a reasonably priced, interesting course and normally fairways and greens are in decent shape. Unfortunately the greens have developed some kind of disease and are getting close to unplayable. Hopefully they will come back.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Good layout But

I really like the layout of Montclair Golf Course. The green fees are reasonable, there’s plenty of shade, and the scenery is beautiful. However, the course conditions have been getting worse over time. I can understand if the fairways aren't in perfect shape, but it's hard to accept that the tee boxes are so hard that it's difficult to even stick a tee in the ground. There’s hardly any grass—just dry, packed dirt.

What’s more, the greens have become a mess lately. They’re in such bad shape that it’s almost impossible to judge the speed and control the pace of a putt. It's really disappointing to see such a great golf course not being properly maintained.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 147
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Not in Great Shape

I’ve played at Montclair several times and this last round was the worst I’ve seen it. Greens are burned and there seems to be dark green spots on several of them. I recall the pro shop staff mentioning that the tee boxes were being redone at the beginning of the year, but now they are either burned or uncut. Hopefully, the course will get back to where it needs to be. Really is a fun course and good value, but needs a little TLC.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Hidden Gem for Nature-Lovers & Shot Shapers

Played a round here recently and was pleasantly surprised by the course layout. It's a narrow track, so accuracy off the tee is a must — definitely not a “grip it and rip it” kind of place. The tree-lined fairways add both beauty and challenge, making every hole feel secluded and scenic.

What really stood out was how peaceful and natural the setting was. You’re surrounded by mature trees, wildlife, and the occasional breeze rustling through the leaves — it felt like golf in a nature preserve.

The greens were in good shape, consistent and true, though a bit on the slower side. Not a dealbreaker by any means, but worth noting if you're used to lightning-fast speeds. Still, they rolled well and held shots nicely.

If you enjoy a more technical round and appreciate courses that reward smart play and offer great views, this place is worth the visit.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Previously Played

Play somewhere else

Save your money or play somewhere else. Might be the worst course in the area. Greens are usually decent but they are terrible at the moment. Dead spots and extremely slow. Tee boxes are terrible and smells like dead fish/animals around the course. Would not recommend at the moment

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Previously Played

Play somewhere else

Save your money or play somewhere else. Might be the worst course in the area. Greens are usually decent but they are terrible at the moment. Dead spots and extremely slow. Tee boxes are terrible and smells like dead fish/animals around the course. Would not recommend at the moment

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 2
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Terrible conditions

The tee boxes were over grown. The cart path has so many holes and bumps that my drinks and personal items in the cart kept spilling and flying around. The greens were so overgrown, every putt had to be hit 3x the power. The layout is interesting with limited adjacent holes but the condition needs vast improvement for me to com back.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great all-around community course

Montclair Golf Course in Northern Virginia truly stands out as an exceptional value, especially for an 18-hole round. For the price, it's hard to beat the quality and overall experience you get here.

What consistently impresses is the incredibly friendly and accommodating staff. They genuinely go above and beyond to get you out on the course, even on the busiest days or during tournaments. It's clear they prioritize customer satisfaction and are always looking for ways to make your visit happen.

Another huge highlight is the instruction from Pro Mathew. His teaching methods are refreshingly unorthodox, but they are undeniably proven. He has a knack for getting you into a golf swing that not only improves your game but also makes the process enjoyable. It's a unique approach that yields fantastic results.

While Montclair Golf Course offers a fantastic experience overall, it's not entirely without its minor drawbacks. If there's one complaint, it would be the inconsistent hours of the restaurant. It would be great to reliably grab a bite or a drink after a round.

Despite that small issue, Montclair Golf Course remains a top recommendation for anyone looking for a great value, a welcoming atmosphere, and excellent instruction in Northern Virginia.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0

Staff was very nice and customer service(Shemur) let me refund my money when we got rained out.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Course for the Money

Great course for the money! Looking forward to play there again soon!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Personally I think Montclair was a beautiful course. Well maintained for the most part, I will say the fairways were a bit rough but other than that the course is in wonderful condition.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Wet weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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