Congressional Country Club (Blue Course)
- Par
- 70
- Yardage
- 7,643yds
- Holes
- 18
- Opened
- 1924
- Access
- Private
- Design
- Classic
History
Congressional Country Club's Blue Course near Washington D.C., opened in 1924 as an ambitious design on a sweeping Maryland estate, has been overhauled multiple times for major championships. Ken Venturi's historic 36-hole final day victory in oppressive heat in 1964 is one of golf's most dramatic stories. Rory McIlroy's demolition of the field in 2011 — an eight-shot victory — announced his arrival as the dominant player of his generation. The club has hosted the U.S. Open three times and the PGA Championship, cementing its status as a premier championship venue near the nation's capital.
Signature Hole
10th hole, par 3, 209 yards — a long demanding par-3 over a pond to a heavily contoured green
Notable Tournaments
- 1964 U.S. Open
- 1997 U.S. Open
- 2011 U.S. Open
- 1976 PGA Championship
In the context of the top 100
Where this course sits against every ranked course on the list.
Frequently asked questions
Is Congressional Country Club (Blue Course) public or private?
Congressional Country Club (Blue Course) is a private club. Play is generally limited to members and their accompanied guests.
Who designed Congressional Country Club (Blue Course)?
Congressional Country Club (Blue Course) was designed by Devereux Emmet (original), Robert Trent Jones Sr. (redesign), Rees Jones (renovation) and opened in 1924.
Where does Congressional Country Club (Blue Course) rank among the top golf courses in America?
Congressional Country Club (Blue Course) ranks #55 on our consensus ranking of America's 100 greatest golf courses, synthesized from Golf Digest, Golfweek, and GOLF Magazine.
What is the signature hole at Congressional Country Club (Blue Course)?
The signature hole at Congressional Country Club (Blue Course) is the 10th hole, par 3, 209 yards — a long demanding par-3 over a pond to a heavily contoured green.