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4.5
875 Reviews (875)
5 Stars
544
4 Stars
237
3 Stars
66
2 Stars
17
1 Stars
11
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.8
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.3
95.1%
Recommend this course
828 out of 875 reviews
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4.4
22 Reviews (22)
5 Stars
12
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.5
95.5%
Recommend this course
21 out of 22 reviews
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4.5
98 Reviews (98)
5 Stars
69
4 Stars
18
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
4
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.4
92.9%
Recommend this course
91 out of 98 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7358 yards
Slope 142
Rating 74.4
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Lonnie Poole Golf Course
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Course Details

Year Built 2009
Architect Arnold Palmer (2009)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes
Pull-carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School Academy Yes
Golf Simulator Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Indoor Practice Yes
Putting Green Yes
Practice Hole Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Yes
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code No denim, cut off shorts, bathing suits or tank tops may be worn while using the golf facilities. A collared shirt must be worn at all times.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Accolades

Reviews

4.5
875 Reviews (875)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 26
Patio Dining 21
Dinner 15
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 41
Bunkers 40
Plays Long 32
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 35
A Weekend Splurge 23
Locals 22
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 48
On a College Campus 40
Near the Airport 17

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Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 11/07/2023

Thank you for taking the time to review us, u314164680614. Your feedback is valuable, and we look forward to delivering you excellent service again soon. Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University thanks you!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Shocking experience

It all started with a rude check in staff member who was extremely cold and seemed frustrated to be there.

Next, my wife and I were put in a pairing with a very young kid who took practice swings with divots… smh. To put the icing on the cake, the 6-some in front of us had two children under the age of 6 playing all 18. So we were able to play the front 9 in 4 hours.

Overall was shocked by how out of control it was out there.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 10/16/2023

Hi, SamPro220. We would love to hear more about your positive experience on our course. Please contact us to share with us your favorite part of your experience. Thanks for golfing at Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Lonnie Poole

Beautiful course…..super friendly staff. Arnold Palmer design so it was challenging. Would highly recommend plying this course if you get the chance.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 10/16/2023

u314164631731, thank you for your kind words! We hope to see you again at the course very soon for another 5-star experience. Thanks for choosing Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University.

Played On
Reviews 1
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Pace of play was horrible! Unless your looking to spend all day long on the course I would not recommend it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 11/07/2023

We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us, u314164651483. We are going to pass on your feedback to the team. Thanks for visiting Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University, and we hope to see you again in the future.

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Commented on 10/06/2023

Hi, u314164613125. We would love to hear more about your 4-star experience on our course. Please tell us what we can do to earn that last star, and thanks for golfing at Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University!

Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Nice track!

We really enjoyed the course layout, and the fairways were in very nice condition. The greens were also good, and a little tricky to read. The only issue we had was that we started on the 10th hole, then when we came around to the 1st hole they had sent a couple groups off in front of us, so we waited on every shot the second nine. The guys directly in front of us said "we just called an hour ago for a tee time, and they said come on down, we'll fit you in". They fit them in where there wasn't space, and it was frustrating for them and us.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 10/05/2023

Hello, RGC1CD9FA8574F80AA42. Thank you for visiting us at Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Well worth the money

First time playing this course and it was wonderful. Plenty of options off the tee box. Course was in great shape. Staff was incredibly friendly. Highly recommend.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 10/05/2023

Thank you for taking the time to review us, u314164594446. Your feedback is valuable, and we look forward to delivering you excellent service again soon. Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University thanks you!

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always tough but good

LP is always a fun and challenging course. Was a great day to play - surprised how full it was for a Wednesday afternoon, but we still finished in 3.5 hours.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 10/06/2023

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University.

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Commented on 10/06/2023

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University.

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 10/05/2023

Hi, u314161720137. We would love to hear more about your positive experience on our course. Please contact us to share with us your favorite part of your experience. Thanks for golfing at Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Dad & 3 Sons Outing

I bought this round for my 87 year old father’s birthday. My two brothers were able to round out our foursome. It was a very special day and the overall experience was fantastic! I am a PGA Professional who has almost 20 years of experience in the industry and can say without hesitation that not one part of the day’s experience was less than awesome! It took us awhile to play, but we didn’t have to wait and didn’t hold anyone up behind us. Ranger staff were present and visible to make sure things kept moving. It was the first time for all four of us and I promise it won’t be the last! Lonnie Poole is a big boy golf course!! Thank you for the amazing, memorable day with my family!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/28/2023

Wow! We are so happy you enjoyed your round, u314164574891! We look forward to seeing you again soon at Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 09/25/2023

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/19/2023

Hi, u314164558351. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your time at Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University. We look forward to seeing you on the course soon for another 5-star experience!

Played On
Reviews 324
Handicap 10-14
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 25 Contributor

Great Condition

Overall the course is in excellent condition. Would be nice if people would fix ball marks and rake the bunkers! Greens were a little spongy but rolled true.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/28/2023

Hello, 1Morgan1. Thanks so much for your review. We're so glad you enjoyed your round at Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University. That's what we like to hear! We hope to see you again soon!

Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always Nice to get on LP when in Raleigh

Hot and breezy, but the greens were soft from all the watering. Was a good challenge.

Please repair ball marks jabron.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/19/2023

WillyB3PO, thank you for your kind words! We hope to see you again at the course very soon for another 5-star experience. Thanks for choosing Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University.

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 09/12/2023

Hello u314164551139. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent rating! We really appreciate your business. Please let us know what we can do for you in the future to earn that last star and thanks for choosing Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University!

Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Worth every penny!

A solid test, fun layout, greens were medium fast and held shots very well...pick the right tees and it's a challenge without being over the top. I'd recommend this track to any of my golf buddies without hesitation. Played with my spouse and two mid double digit hcp younger fellows, everyone had fun and pace of play considerably better than most resort courses, 4hrs 5 minutes and is well monitored.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/12/2023

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University.

Played On
Reviews 324
Handicap 10-14
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 25 Contributor

Very good condition for the summer heat

Bent grass greens are in surprisingly good condition for late summer....would be even better if people would fix ball marks!!!!!

Fairways and rough are in good shape....traps could use some raking (by golfers in front of us). Great layout, play the correct tees and know where to miss....you'll enjoy the course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/07/2023

Hello, 1Morgan1. Thank you for visiting us at Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 36
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

They really have the course in GREAT shape.

Another enjoyable round at Lonnie, it never disappoints!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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Commented on 09/07/2023

dbirck72, thank you for your kind words! We hope to see you again at the course very soon for another 5-star experience. Thanks for choosing Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University.

Played On
Reviews 73
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 09/07/2023

Hello u000004366729. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent rating! We really appreciate your business. Please let us know what we can do for you in the future to earn that last star and thanks for choosing Lonnie Poole Golf Course at North Carolina State University!

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