If you’re in the Bethesda area to watch (or work at) the Quicken Loans National, and you have some free time for a quick nine (or 18), then this post may interest you.
Here are 3 championship golf courses to consider playing. None you will regret.
1. The Club at P.B. Dye
45 Minute Drive From Bethesda, MD
Website: www.pbdyegolf.com
P.B. Dye, son of famous golf course architect Pete Dye designed this track on 225 acres. Like his father he makes use of pot punkers and railroad ties to challenge and entertain golfers. It’s surrounded by the Sugarloaf Mountains and offers magnificent views
2. Musket Ridge Golf Club
50 Minute Drive From Bethesda, MD
Website: www.musketridge.com
Course architect, Joe Lee, describes Musket Ridge as “…the best piece of property I have ever had the privilege of working on. The terrain and views are absolutely spectacular.” We agree, it’s a magnificent design and layout, with breathtaking views.
3. Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Club
90 Minute Drive From Bethesda, MD
Website: www.blueridgeshadows.com
Located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Club has some brilliant views. In 2007 it was ranked #6 on the Golf Digest Best New Affordable Public Course in America.
