via Google1🏆 4 award winnersOcean City
Drive-in destination
Editorial writeup coming in the next pass.
16 courses·$$·$1,234/golfer
Marquee: Bayside Resort Golf Club
2 destinations · 14 catalog courses · 9 nationally ranked
Best Golf Courses in Maryland
Maryland carries 2 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 14 independently researched courses, with the strongest trip-planning anchors ranked below. Pricing, weather, and primary airports are all real, pulled from the catalog at build time.
Every Maryland destination, ranked
Sorted by national-ranking depth, then catalog course count.
| # | Destination | Nearest airport | Courses | Peak greens fee | Price band |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ocean City+ DE | – | 5 must-play / 16 total | $69–$180 | $$ |
| 2 | Raspberry Trail+ VA, PA | IAD (Washington) | 3 must-play / 19 total | $60–$200 | $$ |
Where is the best golf in Maryland?
Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club at Ocean City is the strongest catalog course in Maryland, earning #4 Best Golf Course in Delaware on national rankings. Maryland carries 9 nationally ranked courses in Scramble's catalog overall, so the choice between them depends on what trip you're planning.
The Maryland destination lineup
Maryland destinations
via Google1🏆 4 award winners
via Google2🏆 5 award winnersRaspberry Trail
Nearest metro: Washington (IAD)
Editorial writeup coming in the next pass.
19 courses·$$·$1,199/golfer
Marquee: Raspberry Falls Golf & Hunt Club
When to plan a Maryland golf trip
The strongest months for golf in Maryland are May, Jun, Sep, Oct, based on 20-year playability scores combining temperature and precipitation across the state's destinations. Tee-time inventory and rate stacking both tighten as those windows fill; book early in your preferred month rather than late, especially for the marquee courses.
Frequently asked questions about golf in Maryland
Is Maryland a good state for a golf trip?
Yes, decisively. Maryland has 2 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 14 independently researched courses, including 9 courses ranked on national best-of lists. Ocean City anchors the state catalog, with neighboring destinations rounding out a long-weekend or full-week itinerary depending on group size.
How much does a Maryland golf trip cost?
A 3-round, 4-golfer trip to Maryland runs about $1,234 per person on average across the state's 2 destinations, with mid-range ($$) lodging. The cheaper destinations come in around $1,199 per person; the pricier resort markets push toward $1,234. Flights are excluded since they depend on your home airport. Use the trip calculator on any destination's page to lock in the actual number for your group.
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This page ranks every Maryland destination in Scramble's catalog by national-ranking depth, must-play course count, and total catalog course count, with editorial overrides where the auto-rank misses something. Trip cost is computed by sample-planning a 3-round, 4-golfer trip at mid-range ($$) lodging for each destination. Weather scores combine 20-year temperature and precipitation data.
Published June 2026. Updated when the data or Scramble’s recommendations change.