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3.7
317 Reviews (317)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
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1 Stars
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Conditions
3.5
Value
3.5
Layout
3.9
Friendliness
3.8
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.5
79.4%
Recommend this course
272 out of 317 reviews
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3.0
3 Reviews (3)
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Conditions
2.3
Value
2.7
Layout
3.3
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.0
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2.7
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3.6
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3.5
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Layout
4.0
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.5
StaffFriendliness
3.5
81.8%
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9 out of 11 reviews
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Course Highlights
Pristine tee boxes and fairways make this Ocean City layout a reliable go-to for well-maintained conditions. The course design earns consistent praise for its approachable yet engaging layout with plenty of sand play.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6701 yards
Slope 122
Rating 71.4

Ocean City Golf Club offers two championship courses: Newport Bay and Seaside. Opened in 1959, the Seaside Course is the club's original layout and since opening it has remained an Eastern shore favorite. It has a more traditional design than the other course, which underwent a renovation and rebuild. Seaside offers classic greens tightly lined with bunkers that are balanced with wide-open, player-friendly fairways. It is a challenging but playable test that is popular amongst locals. Five sets of tees make it even more approachable. The views of the marshes and bay, as well as the trees, give the course the feel of one in the Carolinas. In addition to the two courses, Ocean City Golf Club also offers a driving range and putting green before teeing off.

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Course Details

Year Built 1959
Fairways Rye Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Food & Beverage

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Conference Facilities, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

3.7
317 Reviews (317)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 13
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 15
Undulating Greens 7
Water Hazards 7
This course/club is great for:
Locals 14
Playing Multiple Courses 14
Seniors 12
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 12
Near Local Attractions 7
Worth the Drive 7

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Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Ocean City Golf Club - Seaside course.

Course was well groomed and well marked. Even though I played as a single, I enjoyed the course and the surrounding. Seaside is an old style course with lots of trees. The greens were firm and the sand in the bunkers were fluffy and easy to get out of.
The attendants were hospitable and very helpful. Overall, I had a nice time and thought the price on Golfnow.com was very fair.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Solid Course

Solid, classic, mature course from the 50's. It was uncrowded and the pace of play was fantastic. They got me on by myself and I powered through a round in 3 hours. Totally worth it if you can get a good deal >$50. A good alternative to the much pricier Rum Pointe up the street.

The white tees at this course are very short.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Ocean City Golf Club

At $35 bucks this was a steal. The partner I was paired with said he had been a member for 30 years, and they pay $22 just for the cart. Only minor complaint was that the holes are not very diverse. Other than length, each hole looks and feels identical to the last. It is convenient that the ninth hole ends at the club house if you want to run in and grab a Gatorade or sandwich before the back 9. The clubhouse looks pretty dated as well, but this IS the oldest golf club in Ocean City, MD. Overall good golf value, and fun experience, but I doubt I would play again if it was at full price. Keep an eye out for the 50%+ discounts!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

For the price well worth it.

I played with some new people to the golf world. We all played at a great pace. The course was in very good shape. Next time I will play the Newport Bay course.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

First Time on Course

Our wives played with us today and we went out on Seaside. We were essentially on the course by ourselves so the wives felt comfortable not being pushed. The course was in great shape, flat without much bunkers or water to keep us from just hitting straight. The greens were hard and fast, and it took about 16 holes to get used to them.

Everyone said they would come back anytime to play, as it was very comfortable for their skill level.

Rough was cut low and wooded areas were kept clean so that you could easily find your ball. A big plus for us.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 25
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Good deal, but course too jammed

The holes are too close together and you always have someone in your fairway from another hole, the greens can use some work, overall descent for the deal I got on golfnow

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Outstanding "mid-level" course

Open fairways, few hazards, hard to lose a ball (although I did). Almost all holes either straight-on or moderate doglegs. Course in really good condition - greens/traps extremely well-maintained. Great lunch. Staff very friendly. Probably not for low handicap golfers looking for real challenge.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Night and day

Two courses
Seaside; Short classic course from the 50's. Small greens with few bunkers.
Newport: Modern, longer, more bunkered, and more difficult. Water in play.
Problems: Greens are fast,hard-many shots roll thru.
Bunkers:many have poor sand and hard.
Rough: Splotchy,uneven-play preferred lies.
N.B. This is a public golf course!

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

Too may tee times!

My tee time was 2:12. The course was so backed up that we didn't tee off until about 2:35 or 2:40 and finished about 7 p.m. We arrived an hour before our tee time so it makes for a long day. The course didn't even have enough carts for the golfers. The price I paid on GolfNow made it worth it. If I had paid the full price charged by the golf course, I would have been furious. The course conditions in no way reflect the rates they are charging.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Pace of play

Pace of play was great. 4 hour round on a Saturday. Can't beat it

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Fair weather
Used cart

a little soggy

Course was in pretty good shape considering it was cart path only. The rain this spring has left the course soggy and soft. Will have to come back to play when it is a bit dryer.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Could be better

Greens were in good overall condition. Fairways and tee boxes were a bit rough. Not worth the premium rate Ocean City Golf and Yacht Club charge in the summer. I'd only play again for a discounted rate I would never pay full price for this course. Not with some of the other options in the area for the same price or less.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Every hole has something different to offer.

One of my favorite courses in the Ocean City area. I play this one more frequently than the others in my area. The two 18 hole courses provide a challenge for the beginner as well as the seasoned player. Great value, quick play and a fantastic staff is why more tournaments are held at the Ocean City course. Their club house, pro shop and banquet facilities a just a few of the many reasons for its popularity.10/28/2013Ocean City

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Two courses to choose from.

Newport Bay Course is a nicer and more difficult course than Seaside, but the pace of play on Seaside is faster. That said, we enjoyed them both. We'll be back next year

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Value for the Money

Seaside is a good choice for the budget-minded golfer going to Ocean City. The course is not as scenic or as close to the water as its sister course, Newport Bay, but still has its attractions. This is very much an old-style course with many doglegs. Accuracy is more important than length.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Beautiful Course

I played on a day when they had an outing going on their other course. The staff in the restaurant was busy setting up for the outing and I couldn't get anything before my round. Fortunately they had a beverage cart operating. Other than that the course was in great condition and the pace of play was very good. We played in a little over four hours even though it was cart path only.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good course for the money.

Course is in great shape. It is not the prettiest course but it is a fun round.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

The course was ingreat shape dispite being soft and mushy after the rains earlier in the week.

The course was in good shape., The experience from the bag drop to the end of the round was super.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 29
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Love both courses located here

Course in very good shape. Greens and fringes in very good shape. I enjoy playing the course. I play it often. Only down side no water coolers on course. Big prblem if it is hot/humid. Make sure you have water or get it at the clubhouse before you go out.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great looking course. Well maintained and fun to play.

Upon our arrival we were warmly greeted and assisted by the staff. The course layout was explained to us and the rules for the day laid out. The condition of the course was very good. We moved along at even pace and never met delays.
The course is user friendly and enjoyable. There was just the right amount of challenge for the average recreational player.
Great value and we will play there again next season.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Easy
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