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Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University
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Lonnie Poole Golf Course at N.C. State University was designed by Arnold Palmer with the help of N.C. State graduates Erik Larsen and Brandon Johnson. It's home to the university's men's and women's golf teams but it's open to the public as well. It's a favorite among locals who claim it's one of the toughest golf courses in the Triangle. The course sprawls across more than 200 acres on the southernmost portion of Centennial Campus, a location that is easily accessible from I-40 and offers scenic views of the Raleigh skyline. The greens can be difficult to read and they are often framed by rough
areas and strategically placed bunkers that make them even trickier. It's an especially tough golf course to play on windy days. Lonnie Poole G.C. is a beast from the black tees but the shorter tees make it accessible for high handicappers.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Competition | 72 | 7358 yards | 74.4 | 142 |
| Black | 72 | 6916 yards | 72.0 | 138 |
| Red | 72 | 6502 yards | 70.3 | 131 |
| Wolfpack | 72 | 6100 yards | 68.5 | 122 |
| Wolfpack (W) | 72 | 6100 yards | 73.5 | 134 |
| Gray | 72 | 5508 yards | 66.1 | 111 |
| Gray (W) | 72 | 5508 yards | 70.6 | 123 |
| Pink | 72 | 4869 yards | 63.2 | 100 |
| Pink (W) | 72 | 4869 yards | 67.1 | 115 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Competition M: 74.6/142 | 578 | 235 | 552 | 373 | 462 | 163 | 589 | 177 | 490 | 3619 | 389 | 665 | 472 | 448 | 194 | 549 | 405 | 135 | 482 | 3739 | 7358 |
| Black M: 72.9/139 | 542 | 207 | 526 | 373 | 459 | 151 | 554 | 163 | 439 | 3414 | 369 | 631 | 424 | 410 | 159 | 549 | 379 | 118 | 463 | 3502 | 6916 |
| Red M: 70.7/135 W: 76.5/143 | 507 | 181 | 501 | 350 | 419 | 143 | 554 | 138 | 395 | 3188 | 369 | 582 | 391 | 375 | 159 | 504 | 379 | 110 | 441 | 3310 | 6498 |
| Wolfpack M: 68.8/126 W: 74.0/138 | 507 | 181 | 468 | 298 | 385 | 131 | 493 | 138 | 358 | 2959 | 345 | 553 | 356 | 337 | 138 | 468 | 341 | 110 | 425 | 3073 | 6032 |
| Wolfpack/Gray M: 67.0/122 W: 71.9/131 | 456 | 181 | 468 | 298 | 358 | 131 | 444 | 115 | 358 | 2809 | 345 | 525 | 356 | 337 | 121 | 468 | 285 | 110 | 379 | 2926 | 5735 |
| Gray M: 66.1/116 W: 70.5/127 | 456 | 160 | 450 | 257 | 358 | 107 | 444 | 115 | 322 | 2669 | 287 | 525 | 330 | 337 | 121 | 427 | 285 | 104 | 379 | 2795 | 5464 |
| Gray/Green M: 64.9/112 W: 69.1/121 | 400 | 160 | 450 | 257 | 271 | 107 | 444 | 115 | 322 | 2526 | 287 | 477 | 295 | 303 | 121 | 427 | 285 | 92 | 323 | 2610 | 5136 |
| Green M: 62.9/109 W: 67.0/115 | 400 | 143 | 327 | 242 | 271 | 87 | 400 | 95 | 286 | 2251 | 237 | 477 | 295 | 303 | 100 | 399 | 234 | 92 | 323 | 2460 | 4711 |
| Handicap | 11 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 5 | 17 | 7 | 15 | 3 | 16 | 2 | 8 | 10 | 14 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 4 | |||
| Par | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
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Photo submitted by crmoralz on 06/14/2025
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Photo submitted by Joshua8244795 on 11/07/2024
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Photo submitted by adaberne7 on 04/28/2023
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Photo submitted by adaberne7 on 04/28/2023
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Photo submitted by adaberne7 on 04/28/2023
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Photo submitted by adaberne7 on 04/28/2023
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Photo submitted by JaxxGuevarra on 06/06/2021
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Photo submitted by Duck3deep on 03/31/2021
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Photo submitted by jlbarbour on 02/06/2021
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Photo submitted by u6904719 on 10/02/2020
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Photo submitted by James9485342 on 08/27/2020
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The biggest annoyance on the course... Photo submitted by Marc4715521 on 05/13/2020
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Photo submitted by Joshua8244795 on 04/30/2020
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Photo submitted by wkndhakr20 on 03/06/2020
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Photo submitted by Howard61965 on 05/20/2019
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Beastly no. 11. Photo submitted by downtowndanny6 on 09/18/2013
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Photo submitted by u000005879860 on 08/27/2013
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Not a bad view from the fairway of downtown Raleigh Photo submitted by EthanZimman on 08/05/2013
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10th Hole Photo submitted by MyDivot on 01/08/2013
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Photo submitted by Lairdt on 10/05/2012
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Photo submitted by Lairdt on 10/05/2012
Nice track!
We really enjoyed the course layout, and the fairways were in very nice condition. The greens were also good, and a little tricky to read. The only issue we had was that we started on the 10th hole, then when we came around to the 1st hole they had sent a couple groups off in front of us, so we waited on every shot the second nine. The guys directly in front of us said "we just called an hour ago for a tee time, and they said come on down, we'll fit you in". They fit them in where there wasn't space, and it was frustrating for them and us.
Well worth the money
First time playing this course and it was wonderful. Plenty of options off the tee box. Course was in great shape. Staff was incredibly friendly. Highly recommend.
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Dad & 3 Sons Outing
I bought this round for my 87 year old father’s birthday. My two brothers were able to round out our foursome. It was a very special day and the overall experience was fantastic! I am a PGA Professional who has almost 20 years of experience in the industry and can say without hesitation that not one part of the day’s experience was less than awesome! It took us awhile to play, but we didn’t have to wait and didn’t hold anyone up behind us. Ranger staff were present and visible to make sure things kept moving. It was the first time for all four of us and I promise it won’t be the last! Lonnie Poole is a big boy golf course!! Thank you for the amazing, memorable day with my family!
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Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University!
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Always Nice to get on LP when in Raleigh
Hot and breezy, but the greens were soft from all the watering. Was a good challenge.
Please repair ball marks jabron.
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Great Condition
Overall the course is in excellent condition. Would be nice if people would fix ball marks and rake the bunkers! Greens were a little spongy but rolled true.
Hello, 1Morgan1. Thanks so much for your review. We're so glad you enjoyed your round at Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University. That's what we like to hear! We hope to see you again soon!
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Worth every penny!
A solid test, fun layout, greens were medium fast and held shots very well...pick the right tees and it's a challenge without being over the top. I'd recommend this track to any of my golf buddies without hesitation. Played with my spouse and two mid double digit hcp younger fellows, everyone had fun and pace of play considerably better than most resort courses, 4hrs 5 minutes and is well monitored.
Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University.
Very good condition for the summer heat
Bent grass greens are in surprisingly good condition for late summer....would be even better if people would fix ball marks!!!!!
Fairways and rough are in good shape....traps could use some raking (by golfers in front of us). Great layout, play the correct tees and know where to miss....you'll enjoy the course.
Hello, 1Morgan1. Thank you for visiting us at Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.
They really have the course in GREAT shape.
Another enjoyable round at Lonnie, it never disappoints!
dbirck72, thank you for your kind words! We hope to see you again at the course very soon for another 5-star experience. Thanks for choosing Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University.
Hi, u000008102302. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your time at Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University. We look forward to seeing you on the course soon for another 5-star experience!
Hello u000004366729. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent rating! We really appreciate your business. Please let us know what we can do for you in the future to earn that last star and thanks for choosing Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University!
Hello u314164454024. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent rating! We really appreciate your business. Please let us know what we can do for you in the future to earn that last star and thanks for choosing Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University!
Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University!
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Pace of Play was Awful. Rangers did not do anything
This round was the slowest I have played all year. My Son and I (Twosome) kept waiting behind Group of 4 who would not let us pass. Rangers did nothing but ride around. 4 hours and 50 minutes with carts on a weekday is very very slow.
Hello, u848550078. Thank you for reviewing the course. We apologize for the delay of play during your round. This is by no means the standard we strive to achieve. With that in mind, we are working to best control pace and allow everyone to finish in a reasonable amount of time. We will continue to look for ways to improve. Thank you for playing Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University. We hope to see you again soon.
The absolute best we play in Raleigh/Durham. Will definitely be back!
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Fun course
Played here many times and really enjoy the course. This round I found that most bunkers had the sand packed down. They really needed a deep raking. In addition to this, the course is recovering nicely from aeration and the green are soft. With this said, there were several places on the green where folks didn't properly fix ball marks. This was frustrating as a few of my puts went offline as a result. Overall, good shape and value!
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