LC Lambrecht
Kinloch Golf Club
Kinloch Golf Club
100 Kinloch Dr
Manakin Sabot, VA 23103-2909
United States
Overview
Since the only way to successfully establish bentgrass tees, fairways and greens in hot, humid Richmond was to create expansive corridors to allow plenty of sunlight and air to the turf, Kinloch Golf Club has more double fairways posing options and alternate routes than nearly every other course on the 100 Greatest, except perhaps The Lido and National Golf Links of America. In 2016, Lester George prepared a long-range masterplan of adjustments, including expansion of the alternate fairways on nine and 11, for improved visibility and playability, and removal of thick rough between bunkers and fairway edges. Enhancements will continue in the future.
About
Awards
100 Greatest: Ranked since 2005.
2025-'26 ranking: 79th.
Previous ranking: 74th.
Highest Ranking: 29th, 2007-'08.
Best in State: Ranked first in Virginia since 2005.
Panelists
Ratings from our panel of 1,900 course-ranking panelists
100 GREATEST/BEST IN STATE SCORES
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Reviews
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“One of the best conditioned courses around. A number of split fairways that really make you think your way around the course."
Read More2025
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“The Kinloch Club, located just outside Richmond, VA is considered one of the best courses in the region and scores extremely highly in several categories. It is one of the best conditioned courses you will find anywhere, with wonderfully firm and fast fairways, true-rolling speedy greens, and glistening white sand. It is a rare course in the region that employs Bentgrass, but does so to near perfection. Aesthetically, Kinloch really reminds me of Augusta National, with a hilly tree-lined property, plenty of creeks to carry, similar Fazio-style bunkering, and even Azaleas behind some of the par threes. It also scores among the top courses in the country for shot options, thanks in large part to numerous double fairways and plenty of width off the tee that give the golfer many options. One of the best examples of this is the par 5 9th, a wild dogleg right with three separate fairways, plenty of trouble, and almost too many options that it can be overwhelming to the golfer. Despite its width off the tee, Kinloch is still a challenging course and hosted the 2024 U.S. Mid-Am. This is due to its length, forced carries, and very subtle but tricky greens that yield few one-putts. Overall, this is a stellar golf course and worthy of its many accolades."
Read More2025
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“The Kinloch Club, located just outside Richmond, VA is considered one of the best courses in the region and scores extremely highly in several categories. It is one of the best conditioned courses you will find anywhere, with wonderfully firm and fast fairways, true-rolling speedy greens, and glistening white sand. It is a rare course in the region that employs Bentgrass, but does so to near perfection. Aesthetically, Kinloch really reminds me of Augusta National, with a hilly tree-lined property, plenty of creeks to carry, similar Fazio-style bunkering, and even Azaleas behind some of the par threes. It also scores among the top courses in the country for shot options, thanks in large part to numerous double fairways and plenty of width off the tee that give the golfer many options. One of the best examples of this is the par 5 9th, a wild dogleg right with three separate fairways, plenty of trouble, and almost too many options that it can be overwhelming to the golfer. Despite its width off the tee, Kinloch is still a challenging course and hosted the 2024 U.S. Mid-Am. This is due to its length, forced carries, and very subtle but tricky greens that yield few one-putts. Overall, this is a stellar golf course and worthy of its many accolades."
Read More2025
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“Course with expansive fairways and risk rewards options galore. While the variety and routing give you a variety fo different ways to experience the wonderful piece of property, it makes for a very hard walk. Many holes offer centerline bunkers or penalty areas which makes play exciting, but the formula is repeated quite a bit."
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“Gorgeous property meandering up and down corridors of tall pines and varying hazards of ponds, waste areas, sand and phenomenal greens. first class facilities and service"
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“challenging golf course that offers varying strategies, risk/reward opportunities depending on wind conditions and pin placements. Great use of split fairways. tremendous collection of short holes."
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“Stunning rolling property with an excellent conditioned golf course. Variety of options off the tee featuring an array of split fairways. A knowledgeable host or caddie can add to the enjoyment of the day to help make best decisions for attacking each hole."
Read More2024
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“Many split fairways, large greens with tilt, good condition."
Read More2023
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“This one is a tough for me, given all the ranking and hype that precedes it. I'm tempted to say overrated at first blush, as the focus seems to be on the conditioning and not the golf, but I was won over as the round unfolded. I'm not sure if Kinloch is the best in VA, but it's close!"
Read More2022
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“A wide course that provides ample decisions off the tee, with placement being critical in setting up the remainder of hole. The short lakeside 14th, reachable par-4 15th and long uphill cape 16th is a fantastic stretch of golf. The atmosphere and top-notch caddie program add to an already great experience."
Read More2022
