LC Lambrecht
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 National Golf Links of America. In 2016, 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.
2023-'24 ranking: 74th.
Previous ranking: 66th.
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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“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."
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“Talk about shot options, every tee at Kinloch gives the player a decision to make. Caddies are extremely helpful as the strategically placed diagonal hazards allow multiple ways to play every hole. The par 4 second and the driveable par 4 fourth are perfect examples of this..... use driver up the left to use the slope and feed the ball to the green or play with a hybrid or iron out right away from the creek. Hole 8 approach, albeit a par 4, reminiscent of the 15th at Augusta National - a tight downhill fairway lie to an uphill green with a false front. All together a great design, with excellent maintenance. Tough to ask for anything more."
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“Incredible piece of property and the course will not disappoint. Outstanding condition and beautiful views. The 19th hole is a great way to finish the round, Par 3 over the lake with the clubhouse in the background."
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“Been a while since playing here....Conditioning was excellent and the course was challenging, but lenient. As a longer hitter this is a course I could enjoy playing all the time. It helps to be accurate off the tee to setup the approach, but there is breathing room. Then the conditioning makes it all the more pleasant when trying to score from the approach in.."
Read More2022
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