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Golfer Bob
Timonium
2009-04-07
$31 (cart included), played on Tuesday, April 2009 at 10am
Played here 4-7-09, a windy, blustery day. The course was empty, so the pace of play was not a problem. Greens had been aerated in the last week, so putting was "uncertain." Fairways and tees were in good shape, bunkers were very firm and had not been maintained for a while.
Layout is pretty simple: most holes are straight, some elevation change,no water anywhere, and bunkers are not intrusive. Unispired architecture, but design was obviously intended to provide a servieceable public course, and that goal has been reached.
We paid $33 for seniors, which I thought was little high, considering the aeration, but not grossly out of line. Course is one of several in the Baltimore County system, and there is a discount card available for these courses which offers good savings over rack rates.
The few staff we encountered were competent and professional. Clubhouse is basic, and pro shop has a small selection of logo apparel, plus some balls, gloves and tees. A few bags and some clubs also on display. Snack bar was not open today, but is also a minimal operation.
Overall, Longview is not a bad course, but not particularly memorable for anything. Worth a visit, if in the area, but I would recommend you try Rocky Point or Pine Ridge, both relatively close, as they are both more interesting layouts.
Would travel: 10-20 Miles, Not Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: I would play again, Average course for the area, Fair priced based on quality and competitive area pricing
$31 (cart included), played on Tuesday, April 2009 at 10am
Played here 4-7-09, a windy, blustery day. The course was empty, so the pace of play was not a problem. Greens had been aerated in the last week, so putting was "uncertain." Fairways and tees were in good shape, bunkers were very firm and had not been maintained for a while.
Layout is pretty simple: most holes are straight, some elevation change,no water anywhere, and bunkers are not intrusive. Unispired architecture, but design was obviously intended to provide a servieceable public course, and that goal has been reached.
We paid $33 for seniors, which I thought was little high, considering the aeration, but not grossly out of line. Course is one of several in the Baltimore County system, and there is a discount card available for these courses which offers good savings over rack rates.
The few staff we encountered were competent and professional. Clubhouse is basic, and pro shop has a small selection of logo apparel, plus some balls, gloves and tees. A few bags and some clubs also on display. Snack bar was not open today, but is also a minimal operation.
Overall, Longview is not a bad course, but not particularly memorable for anything. Worth a visit, if in the area, but I would recommend you try Rocky Point or Pine Ridge, both relatively close, as they are both more interesting layouts.