When you think of Ocean City, MD, you might envision sandy beaches, the bustling boardwalk, and vibrant nightlife. What you may not know is that this coastal paradise is also a golfer’s dream with several world-class courses that offer scenic fairways and challenging holes. Whether you’re a seasoned pro looking to keep their game sharp while on vacation, or a novice looking for some fun, OC has a course for you. In this guide, we’ll explore some of the top golf courses in the area and what makes them a golfer’s paradise.
Just minutes away from OC’s beach and boardwalk, Eagle’s Landing Golf Course is a stunning 18-hole championship course that was previously named the #1 Golf Course in Maryland by Golfer’s Choice! Designed by renowned golf course architect Dr. Michael Hurdzan, Eagles Landing is known for its well-manicured fairways, challenging greens, and spectacular views of the Sinepuxent Bay and Assateague Island National Seashore.
Home to two fantastic courses (The Newport Bay and Seaside courses), the Ocean City Golf Club offers breathtaking views.The Newport Bay course is a links-style course with wide fairways, while the Seaside course provides a more traditional layout with undulating greens. This club is perfect for golfers who want variety and an exceptional golfing experience.
Rum Pointe is a Scottish-style links course that is the only in the area to feature bent-grass on the fairways and greens. With bay views on 17 of the 18 holes, this course offers a true coastal golf experience. The challenging layout and ever-present coastal winds make it a golfer’s paradise for those looking for a unique challenge.
GlenRiddle features two 18-hole championship courses, “Man O’War” and “War Admiral”. Man O’War occupies the westerly portion of GlenRiddle and features pure, windswept links golf. Challenges on the course include large greens, double fairways, pot bunkers, sand dunes, and the ever-present Eastern Shore winds. War Admiral is routed through mature forests and offers a completely different golf experience. Sheltered from the wind, this course offers amazing views and is suitable for players of all skill levels.
With stunning views throughout the course, The Links at Lighthouse Sound is as picturesque as it is challenging. The course features lush marshlands, dunes, and dramatic waterfront holes. Novices and pros alike will enjoy a round of golf against the backdrop of this breathtaking landscape!
The only Robert T. Jones Championship Course on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, the Ocean Pines Golf Club offers 18 challenging holes nestled amid natural wetlands and scenic woodlands.
Just 5 miles from OCMD, Bayside Resort Golf Club is a must for golf enthusiasts. Delaware’s first Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, this 18-hole masterpiece offers scenic views and a challenging, meticulously maintained course.
Located in Salisbury, MD, Nutters Crossing Golf Club offers lush fairways, 8 water hazards, and over 50 bunkers. Built to USGA specifications and just 25 miles from Ocean City, Nutters Crossing is a great way to break up your trip to OC.
Whether you’re a golf pro looking for a new challenge or a family looking to spend quality time together on the links, OC’s golf courses have something for everyone! Book your OC getaway (Include link to OC page), Pack your clubs, and get ready for a memorable golfing experience in this coastal paradise!
