Potomac Shores Golf Course Virginia
Potomac Shores Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Virginia, playing 7,020 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 74.5 and slope of 145.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 12 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,020 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 74.5 / 145 |
| Tee Options | 4 |
| Location | Virginia, USA |
| Coordinates | 38.5778, -77.2864 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 7,020 | 72 | 74.5 | 145 |
| Gold | 6,355 | 72 | 78 | 146 |
| Silver | 5,790 | 72 | 74.9 | 141 |
| Jade | 4,940 | 72 | 70.1 | 131 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 74.5/145 | 530 | 225 | 355 | 200 | 435 | 305 | 410 | 575 | 420 | 3455 | 455 | 230 | 515 | 135 | 605 | 410 | 405 | 405 | 405 | 3565 | 7020 |
| Gold 78/146 | 465 | 170 | 335 | 170 | 400 | 285 | 380 | 535 | 375 | 3115 | 425 | 185 | 485 | 120 | 545 | 390 | 335 | 390 | 365 | 3240 | 6355 |
| Silver 74.9/141 | 415 | 145 | 315 | 155 | 375 | 270 | 345 | 500 | 350 | 2870 | 405 | 155 | 435 | 100 | 485 | 365 | 320 | 350 | 305 | 2920 | 5790 |
| Jade 70.1/131 | 375 | 115 | 300 | 135 | 325 | 235 | 305 | 390 | 290 | 2470 | 335 | 115 | 405 | 80 | 455 | 275 | 265 | 275 | 265 | 2470 | 4940 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 15 | 5 | 13 | 11 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 4 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 2 | 8 | 14 | 10 | 6 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Handicap 0-10: Black (7,020 yards, 74.5/145)
Course rating 2.5 above par.
Handicap 10-20: Silver (5,790 yards, 74.9/141)
1,230 yards shorter than the back tees. Course rating 2.9 above par.
Handicap 20+: Jade (4,940 yards, 70.1/131)
2,080 yards shorter than the back tees. Course rating 1.9 below par.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Stroke index 1, the hardest hole on the card.
Stroke index 18, the easiest hole on the card. The shortest of the 4 par 3s.
The longest hole on the card at 605 yards. 30 yards longer than the next.
Stroke index 3.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Potomac Shores Golf Course?
Potomac Shores Golf Course has a course rating of 74.5 and slope of 145 from the back tees. From the Jade tees, the rating is 70.1 with a slope of 131.
How long is Potomac Shores Golf Course?
From the back tees, Potomac Shores Golf Course plays 7,020 yards. The course is par 72 with 12 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Potomac Shores Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 5, a 435-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Potomac Shores Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (7,020 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Jade tees (4,940 yards).
Is Potomac Shores Golf Course public or private?
Potomac Shores Golf Course is a public golf course in Virginia. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Potomac Shores Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Potomac Shores Golf Club, Montclair Country Club, Montclair Country Club, Old Hickory Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for Potomac Shores Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Potomac Shores Golf Course with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
How do you play Potomac Shores Golf Course?
The Yards strategy engine simulates every hole at Potomac Shores Golf Course for your handicap and your clubs: shot dispersion off each tee, strokes gained heatmaps for every target, and the club that loses the fewest strokes. Holes 1 and 2 are free to explore, so you can see the optimal way to play the opening stretch before you commit.
Does Potomac Shores Golf Course have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs more than 20,000 simulated shots on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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