Lochmere GC
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4.1
1238 Reviews (1238)
5 Stars
322
4 Stars
574
3 Stars
199
2 Stars
81
1 Stars
62
Conditions
3.9
Value
4.2
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.0
85.5%
Recommend this course
1024 out of 1238 reviews
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3.7
26 Reviews (26)
5 Stars
8
4 Stars
9
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.4
Value
4.0
Layout
4.0
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.3
76.9%
Recommend this course
20 out of 26 reviews
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4.1
67 Reviews (67)
5 Stars
29
4 Stars
24
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
5
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.1
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.5
85.1%
Recommend this course
57 out of 67 reviews
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Course Highlights
Lochmere consistently delivers well-maintained greens, lush fairways, and a fun layout featuring multiple doglegs that reward strategic play. Exceptionally friendly staff, solid amenities including a range and short game area, and strong value make this course a reliable choice.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 71
Length 6627 yards
Slope 132
Rating 72.1

Located near the banks of Swift Creek, Lochmere Golf Club has plenty of water incorporated into the layout, coming into play on nearly every hole. The golf course stretches across a lush, gently rolling landscape sprinkled with mature trees and ponds. The terrain showcases the best in Triangle golf. At just over 6,600 yards it is not particularly long, but it provides plenty of challenges. It is a tight course that will test your accuracy with narrow fairways lined with trees. The small greens that are heavily protected by well placed bunkers demand thoughtful strategy and pinpoint control. The golf course offers a fair challenge but it is still accessible for beginners, especially from the forward tees. Lochmere G.C. is a favorite among Cary locals, both for its enjoyable design and its affordable rates.

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Course Details

Year Built 1985
Fairways Bermuda
Greens Bent grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Gene Hamm

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fee
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range 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 No cut-off jeans, swimsuits or tank tops are permitted. Men must wear shirts with a collar at all times.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Conference Facilities, Showers, Lockers
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Reviews

4.1
1238 Reviews (1238)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 23
Patio Dining 10
Brunch 7
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 52
Bunkers 44
Narrow Fairways 30
This course/club is great for:
Locals 47
Walkers 44
Seniors 37
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 54
In the 'Burbs 20
Worth the Drive 13

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Reviews 3
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Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a year
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Lochmere better than expected

I had not played Lochmere in about 20 years and was pleasantly surprised. It has been well maintained and the drainage and water issues seem to have improved somewhat. The staff is friendly and the price is very reasonable for such a nice course.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

After the rain

Considering the 4-5 days of mega rain the course was in decent shape and the work to clean up hadn’t really begun just yet. Thankful they were still open and allowed us to play. Greens were in good shape. Tee boxes were worn out and the mud has not helped. Recommend regulating the use to help let them rest a couple weeks probably. Good overall experience.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Good course when dry

I played this course several times and is always in good shape except after a rain storm. This course doesn’t drain well and can get pretty sloppy. Pick a dry day to play.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great Local Course

I was surprised at how well the course was maintained. I had always heard of it having bad drainage but it was quite dry even having had a month full of rain and it raining during my round. If you play safe you will be rewarded. Bunkers were good, rough wasn't ridiculous, kind if tighter but not overly long. A good challenge but not overly difficult. The greens rolled like glass for being so sandy and being a public course. I will definitely be coming back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 21
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good, a few areas for insight

I like how the greens roll. The green side bunkers were immaculate. We played after a week long rain, given it stopped for 18-24 hours before we went out. With that said, I had hoped for better drainage as some fairways were swamped. Overall I will play here again for the right hot deal tee time price. And for the love of everything holy, please lower the food prices. $9.50 for a glizzy is highway robbery. I mean she’s a chunky son of a gun but still…

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 10
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice layout, wet conditions

I liked the course layout, a bit tight for some players. The course was pretty wet all around with casual water just about everywhere. The pace of play was slow on a Saturday, our round took just over 5 hours. The staff was great and the grill staff were excellent. I would play there again under dryer conditions.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Layout, Pleasant Staff, Greens terrible

If they took care of the greens this course would be a gem. The greens were the slowest greens I have ever played, and I play a lot. Think of putting through an uncut apron that was every green. Granted there was heavy dew, but even dried out they were slower than any muni I have played. It was a shame, the layout was great and it was close enough to OBX to offer a low cost alternative.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course. Annoying last minute random $20 fee.

I booked on GolfNow and payed at the clubhouse. When I went to the starter he said I would have to pay an additional $20 to him if I wanted to use my own cart. I understand they are trying to have enough carts , but to not be told until you get to the starter is disappointing.

Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Great Value

I played this course on a weekday afternoon and I would say that the value at that timeslot is unbeatable. Facilities are great, staff was great.

Pace of play for a Wednesday afternoon was surprisingly slow.

Greens were punched 3 weeks ago and we have been without rain so they are still a little bumpy and sandy but not terrible.

I would go back if in the area again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 13
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

A nice course to play

I really enjoyed playing this course. Course was in good condition. I haven't been to this course in a few years but found a Hot Deal so decided to return. Nice looking course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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