For some, golf is a game. For others, it’s a way to unwind, catch up with friends, or sneak in a break from work. One thing’s for sure: golf and warm weather go hand in hand. Whether you’re trying to shave a few strokes off your handicap or just getting comfortable at the range, now’s the perfect time to lock in your next tee time. Here are some of the best spots to check out around Annapolis.
Bay Hills Golf Club
Despite the name, this course is open to the general public! Designed for all, from beginners to experts alike, this course winds along a scenic, water-lined path, with the course yardage ranging from 6,423 to 5,080 yards, depending on where you tee off from. Bay Hills offers four membership options; platinum, gold, weekday, and hills, with pricing ranging from $60 to $3,250, each with their own individual benefits, discounts, and more. Tee times can be booked here. Just looking for a quick round? Nine-hole tee times on Fridays through Sundays are available after 1 p.m. Prices vary, so it’s worth checking ahead. And if you’re sticking around after your round, The Overlook offers a solid food and drink lineup.
Compass Pointe Golf Courses
Recognized among the top public golf courses in Maryland, this Pasadena landscape features two different 18-hole championship courses, the Northeast Course and Southwest Course, both of which were built in 2003. Out of the 36 holes, 27 are Latitude Bermuda Grass, while nine of them (front nine of the Northeast Course) are Bentgrass. Additionally, the course is committed to protecting and preserving natural resources and wildlife, earning the Audubon International Certification. Tee times can be booked online, with prices starting at $64 for two golfers. Bogey’s Bar & Grill also offers food and drink for your outing.
Queenstown Harbor
For those who want a more upscale feel, this is the perfect spot. Featuring two world-class golf courses, Queenstown Harbor will have you feeling like you’re on the professional tour. Between the River Course and Lakes Course, there’s plenty of water to see, along with perfectly cut and beautifully maintained greens. Prices range from $50 to $78 for nine holes, with a full 18 running the price of $84 to $155; it’s worth the price! Regular memberships are $7,000, with weekday memberships being $5,350.
Renditions Golf Course
Located in Davidsonville, this course is not for the faint of heart. Its 18 holes are each replicated from major championship venues, and is operated by a professional PGA Tour management group. Tee times can be booked online, with prices beginning at $55. Looking to golf all summer long? The all-access seasonal passes cost $5,400 for an individual and $8,100 for a couple, with weekday season passes ranging from $3,400 to $5,100 (includes weekends after 3 PM). Renditions gives you the full, professional experience, from the comfort of your own state. The Player’s Grill offers a full menu, with additional food and drink stops available between holes five and six, 12 and 13, and 15 and 16.
The Preserve at Eisenhower
Nestled along Generals Highway in Crownsville, this course is highlighted by its bunkerless design, perfect for those still getting the swing of things! Within the last few years, the course has gone through an entire renovation, which was overseen by the county’s Bureau of Watershed Protection and Restoration, aided by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service team, ensuring that the course is a safe and sustainable space for nature. The IKE Pass (Monday-Friday) and IKE Pass + (Any day) give you unlimited play for the price of $75 per month or $125 per month. Both include a $30 playing fee per round. Juniors aged 6-18 receive a discount if they walk the course. Tee times can be booked online. Weekday, 18 hole fees will range from $42 to $60 for the average person, seeing an increase on the weekends of $52 to $73. Nine-hole weekday rates are $36 riding, $26 walking, with weekend rates being set at $45 riding, $35 walking.
Golf season is officially in full swing, so make sure to reserve your tee time today!
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