Washington DC has a surprisingly good golf infrastructure.

Within the city limits, there are public golf courses, and within 30 minutes to an hour in the direction of Maryland and Virginia, a variety of courses are available.

The Korean community is also quite active in golf gatherings, so for those unsure of where to start, here are three key courses to consider.

First is East Potomac Golf Course.

Located in Potomac Park along the Potomac River, it is the only 18-hole course operated by the city of DC.

The fairways stretch out in a location where you can see the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial, providing breathtaking scenery.

It's rare to find a course in the U.S. where the skyline is visible while playing.

As a public course, the green fees are reasonable, and it offers both 9-hole and 18-hole options, making it accessible for all skill levels.

However, the course conditions are said to be inferior compared to premium private courses, and reservations tend to fill up quickly on weekends.

The second is Congressional Country Club. Located near Bethesda, Maryland, it is a private club and one of the top golf clubs in the U.S.

It has hosted the U.S. Open multiple times, and the Blue Course consistently ranks among the top 100 courses nationwide.

The membership entry barrier is high, and the waiting list is reportedly long.

While it is difficult to obtain membership directly, some experience guest play through member acquaintances.

There are also Korean doctors, lawyers, and federal contractors in Fairfax and Bethesda who hold memberships.

The third is Rock Creek Park Golf Course.

Located within Rock Creek Park in DC, this 18-hole public course features a unique layout surrounded by forest.

Even though it is in the heart of the city, the entire course is enveloped by dense trees, making it feel less like you are in DC.

The course difficulty is more suited for players with some skill rather than beginners.

The green fees are slightly higher than East Potomac, but it offers a top-notch environment among public courses.

Heading out of DC, there are many golf courses concentrated in Loudoun County, Virginia.

Loudoun is a rapidly developing area on the western outskirts of DC, with various semi-private and public courses.

Places like the AmericaQuest Mortgage Community, also known as the Old Nickle Squadron, are often chosen as round locations by Korean golf groups. There are also various courses in Montgomery County and Howard County towards Maryland.

If you are looking for Korean golf gatherings, there are several Korean golf club meetings operating in the Fairfax-Tysons area of Virginia and the Rockville-Gaithersburg area of Maryland.

You can find them through KakaoTalk open chat or Korean community apps, and some groups operate by categorizing players based on skill or experience. Golf in the DC area is at its best in spring (late March to May) and fall (September to November) in terms of weather and course conditions, while summer can be quite humid, so it's best to book early morning tee times.