The Virginian
About The Virginian
The Virginian is a 18-hole golf course located in Bristol, Virginia (24202). The course was designed by Tom Fazio and established in 1993. From the Championship tees, the course plays to 7,087 yards with a par of 71. The Championship tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 73.7.
Walking is permitted.
The Virginian offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 137, putting it in the upper half of courses in Virginia for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 17 tee sets ranging from 4,445 to 7,087 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Par
71
Length
7,087
Slope
137
Rating
73.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
137
This Course
136
VA Average
113
US Average
Based on 207 rated courses in Virginia
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Championship | 137 | 73.7 | 414 | 190 | 548 | 491 | 379 | 449 | 328 | 209 | 454 | 3462 | 351 | 440 | 372 | 199 | 545 | 191 | 417 | 510 | 600 | 3625 | 7,087 |
Black | 136 | 73.5 | 414 | 190 | 548 | 491 | 379 | 477 | 328 | 209 | 454 | 3490 | 351 | 440 | 372 | 229 | 545 | 191 | 417 | 438 | 552 | 3535 | 7,025 |
Black/Blue | 134 | 72.6 | 414 | 190 | 534 | 459 | 379 | 477 | 328 | 176 | 418 | 3375 | 351 | 419 | 372 | 199 | 545 | 191 | 417 | 417 | 552 | 3463 | 6,838 |
Blue | 132 | 71.6 | 384 | 162 | 534 | 459 | 360 | 449 | 303 | 176 | 418 | 3245 | 347 | 419 | 343 | 199 | 527 | 176 | 399 | 417 | 529 | 3356 | 6,601 |
Blue/White | 128 | 70.3 | 384 | 162 | 496 | 416 | 360 | 449 | 303 | 176 | 359 | 3105 | 347 | 390 | 343 | 172 | 527 | 163 | 399 | 378 | 529 | 3248 | 6,353 |
White | 124 | 69.0 | 348 | 136 | 496 | 416 | 326 | 440 | 290 | 158 | 359 | 2969 | 311 | 390 | 321 | 172 | 489 | 163 | 383 | 378 | 495 | 3102 | 6,071 |
White | 132 | 74.2 | 348 | 136 | 496 | 416 | 326 | 391 | 290 | 158 | 359 | 2920 | 311 | 390 | 321 | 172 | 489 | 163 | 383 | 378 | 495 | 3102 | 6,022 |
White/Gold | 129 | 73.0 | 315 | 136 | 457 | 384 | 326 | 391 | 290 | 137 | 340 | 2776 | 306 | 385 | 321 | 167 | 489 | 163 | 378 | 378 | 444 | 3031 | 5,807 |
White/Gold | 118 | 67.9 | 315 | 136 | 457 | 384 | 326 | 440 | 290 | 137 | 340 | 2825 | 306 | 385 | 321 | 150 | 489 | 163 | 330 | 378 | 444 | 2966 | 5,791 |
Gold | 128 | 72.5 | 315 | 116 | 457 | 384 | 300 | 385 | 289 | 137 | 340 | 2723 | 306 | 385 | 290 | 167 | 484 | 146 | 378 | 373 | 444 | 2973 | 5,696 |
Gold | 118 | 67.1 | 315 | 116 | 457 | 384 | 300 | 385 | 289 | 137 | 340 | 2723 | 306 | 385 | 290 | 150 | 484 | 146 | 330 | 373 | 444 | 2908 | 5,631 |
Gold/Red | 126 | 70.4 | 315 | 116 | 407 | 357 | 300 | 385 | 289 | 118 | 340 | 2627 | 282 | 311 | 290 | 146 | 465 | 128 | 327 | 348 | 444 | 2741 | 5,368 |
Gold/Red | 115 | 65.8 | 315 | 116 | 407 | 357 | 300 | 385 | 289 | 118 | 340 | 2627 | 282 | 311 | 290 | 146 | 465 | 128 | 327 | 348 | 444 | 2741 | 5,368 |
Red | 122 | 69.1 | 279 | 85 | 407 | 357 | 279 | 359 | 253 | 118 | 302 | 2439 | 282 | 311 | 234 | 146 | 465 | 128 | 327 | 348 | 393 | 2634 | 5,073 |
Red | 111 | 64.6 | 279 | 85 | 407 | 357 | 279 | 359 | 253 | 118 | 302 | 2439 | 282 | 311 | 234 | 146 | 465 | 128 | 327 | 348 | 393 | 2634 | 5,073 |
Orange | 115 | 65.5 | 279 | 85 | 345 | 265 | 220 | 359 | 253 | 118 | 235 | 2159 | 282 | 311 | 234 | 146 | 353 | 128 | 277 | 245 | 310 | 2286 | 4,445 |
Orange | 105 | 62.0 | 279 | 85 | 345 | 265 | 220 | 359 | 253 | 118 | 235 | 2159 | 282 | 311 | 234 | 146 | 353 | 128 | 277 | 245 | 310 | 2286 | 4,445 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 15 | 11 | 5 | 16 | 2 | 8 | 14 | 10 | 18 | 4 | 6 | 12 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Virginian offers 17 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Championship | 7,087 | 137 | 73.7 | 0-5 |
Black | 7,025 | 136 | 73.5 | 0-5 |
Black/Blue | 6,838 | 134 | 72.6 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,601 | 132 | 71.6 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 6,353 | 128 | 70.3 | 5-15 |
White | 6,071 | 124 | 69.0 | 12-22 |
White | 6,022 | 132 | 74.2 | 12-22 |
White/Gold | 5,807 | 129 | 73.0 | 12-22 |
White/Gold | 5,791 | 118 | 67.9 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,696 | 128 | 72.5 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,631 | 118 | 67.1 | 20-30 |
Gold/Red | 5,368 | 126 | 70.4 | 20-30 |
Gold/Red | 5,368 | 115 | 65.8 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,073 | 122 | 69.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,073 | 111 | 64.6 | 20-30 |
Orange | 4,445 | 115 | 65.5 | 25+ |
Orange | 4,445 | 105 | 62.0 | 25+ |
Amenities at The Virginian
The Virginian features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for The Virginian. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Virginian a public or private golf course?expand_more
The Virginian is a public golf course located in Bristol, VA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does The Virginian have?expand_more
The Virginian is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1993. The course was designed by Tom Fazio.
What is the yardage at The Virginian?expand_more
From the Blue/White tees, The Virginian plays to 6,353 yards (par 72). The course offers 17 tee sets ranging from 4,445 to 7,087 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Virginian?expand_more
The Championship tees at The Virginian have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 73.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Virginian?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at The Virginian. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Virginian?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at The Virginian. You can also visit their website directly at https://thevirginian.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does The Virginian offer?expand_more
The Virginian offers a pro shop.
Where is The Virginian located?expand_more
The Virginian is located at 22512 Clubhouse Ridge in Bristol, VA 24202. You can reach them at +1-276-645-7050.
What is the difficulty level at The Virginian?expand_more
The Virginian is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 56% of golf courses in Virginia. The average slope rating in Virginia is 136. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at The Virginian?expand_more
The Virginian offers 17 tee sets. Championship tees (7,087 yards, slope 137) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Orange tees (4,445 yards, slope 105) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at The Virginian?expand_more
Beginners at The Virginian should play the Orange tees, which play 4,445 yards with a slope of 105. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at The Virginian?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White/Gold tees (slope 118, rating 67.9) at The Virginian would have a course handicap of 12 and an expected score of approximately 84. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at The Virginian?expand_more
A typical round at The Virginian takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.