Overview of Reston National Golf Course with green fairways and mature trees under a clear sky

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Short Grass is the free golf app used by golfers at Reston National Golf Course to log rounds, track their USGA handicap index, and run Nassau, Low Medal, and Skins bets — all on the course, in real time.

3.4(329 Google reviews)
71Par
6,867Yards (Black)
133Slope
73.1Rating
Designed by Ed Ault

About Reston National Golf Course

Reston National Golf Course, designed by the renowned architect Ed Ault, opened its greens in 1966 and has since been a beloved fixture in Northern Virginia. This public course is celebrated for its challenging layout that seamlessly integrates with the natural landscape of Reston, offering a serene escape from the urban bustle. Ault's design philosophy shines through with tree-lined fairways, strategic bunkering, and well-maintained greens that demand thoughtful shot-making and course management from golfers of all skill levels.

The course is characterized by its rolling terrain and mature trees, which provide both aesthetic beauty and strategic challenges. Players will encounter a variety of holes, from tight doglegs requiring precision off the tee to more open fairways where power can be unleashed. The consistent conditioning of the course, combined with its engaging design, ensures a rewarding golfing experience. Reston National is not just a place to play golf; it's an opportunity to connect with nature while enjoying a classic golf course layout that has stood the test of time.

Reston National prides itself on being a community-focused facility, offering excellent practice facilities including a driving range, putting green, and chipping area. Its commitment to providing an accessible and enjoyable golf experience for everyone, from beginners to seasoned players, makes it a cornerstone of the local golf scene. The course's natural beauty, coupled with its strategic design, makes every round a memorable journey through a classic parkland setting.

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Course Tee Information

Black6,867 yds
Rating 73.1Slope 133
Blue6,467 yds
Rating 71.2Slope 128
White5,971 yds
Rating 69.1Slope 122
Gold5,462 yds
Rating 66.8Slope 118
Red5,081 yds
Rating 69.8Slope 119

All tees play to par 71. Source: www.restonnationalgc.com.

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Track your handicap at Reston National Golf Course.It takes two minutes to set up.

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Everything You Need at Reston National Golf Course

Short Grass is built for golfers who play courses like Reston National Golf Course — where every stroke counts and the bets make it interesting.

Live Handicap Tracking

Log your round at Reston National Golf Course and your handicap differential is calculated automatically using the official USGA World Handicap System formula. No spreadsheets required.

Score History & Trends

See how your game evolves across every round at Reston National Golf Course. Track your scoring average, best rounds, and improvement over time with visual charts.

Hole-by-Hole Stats

Identify your weakest holes on the Reston National Golf Course layout. Discover exactly which holes are costing you strokes and where you can pick up shots.

In-Round Betting

Set up Nassau, Skins, Low Medal, and Short Grass bets before you tee off. The app tracks the money in real time as you play.

Playing Partners

Connect with the golfers you play with at Reston National Golf Course. Compare handicaps, view each other's scorecards, and settle bets through the app.

Leaderboards

See where you rank among Short Grass members who play at Reston National Golf Course. Compete on gross and net leaderboards by course.

Betting Games

Run Your Usual Games at Reston National

Whether your group plays a weekly Nassau or a Skins game on the back nine, Short Grass handles the maths so you can focus on your game. All bets support gross and net (handicap-adjusted) scoring.

Nassau

Three separate bets — front nine, back nine, and overall 18. The classic format for any foursome at Reston National Golf Course.

Low Medal

Lowest gross or net score wins the pot. Choose Full 18, Front 9, Back 9, or Front & Back 9 together.

Skins

Win a hole outright to claim the skin. Ties carry over, building the pot on Reston National Golf Course's toughest holes.

Short Grass

Points for hitting fairways and greens. Rewards the ball-strikers in your group.

Match Play

Hole-by-hole head-to-head with full handicap strokes applied. Perfect for a challenge match.

Why Virginia Golfers Use Short Grass
  • 1Reston National Golf Course's slope of 133 means handicap strokes matter — Short Grass allocates them correctly by hole handicap rank.
  • 2Tracking your stats hole by hole shows where you're losing shots and where you can improve.
  • 3Virginia golfers play regularly. Short Grass keeps a running handicap index that updates after every round.
  • 4All betting games support gross and net scoring — Nassau, Skins, Low Medal, and more.
  • 5Free for all golfers. No subscription required to log rounds, track handicap, or run bets.

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Google Rating

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3.4

329 reviews

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11875 Sunrise Valley Dr, Reston, VA 20191, Virginia(703) 620-9333www.restonnationalgc.com
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