River Run Golf Course
About
River Run Golf Club in Ocean City is just minutes away from the beach. The golf course has different front and back nines that make for an interesting round. This Gary Player design starts out across a wide-open landscape before moving on to more tree-lined terrain on the backside. The tighter back nine is tougher than the first nine but overall it's an approachable golf course. The player-friendly layout is gentle enough for beginners with medium-sized greens that aren't especially difficult and generous fairways that offer plenty of room. There is modest bunkering along the greens and fairways and a few lakes and some marshland come into play as well. While River Run Golf Club may not be the most formidable test, the course provides just enough of a challenge for scratch golfers.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 71 | 6705 yards | 72.1 | 136 |
| Blue | 71 | 6353 yards | 70.5 | 130 |
| Gold | 71 | 6096 yards | 69.3 | 127 |
| White | 71 | 5629 yards | 67.1 | 122 |
| White (W) | 71 | 5629 yards | 73.5 | 137 |
| Red (W) | 71 | 4818 yards | 69.5 | 124 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 73.2/137 | 338 | 187 | 558 | 222 | 554 | 385 | 384 | 169 | 434 | 3231 | 367 | 418 | 396 | 369 | 207 | 614 | 165 | 527 | 411 | 3474 | 6705 |
| Blue M: 70.9/133 | 328 | 177 | 535 | 174 | 542 | 375 | 375 | 164 | 415 | 3085 | 354 | 387 | 386 | 345 | 188 | 572 | 140 | 501 | 395 | 3268 | 6353 |
| White M: 69.9/128 | 314 | 165 | 520 | 159 | 527 | 362 | 359 | 153 | 391 | 2950 | 343 | 384 | 370 | 335 | 180 | 545 | 130 | 480 | 379 | 3146 | 6096 |
| Gold M: 65.7/119 W: 70.5/131 | 254 | 133 | 431 | 134 | 498 | 306 | 284 | 124 | 312 | 2476 | 312 | 333 | 300 | 280 | 108 | 498 | 112 | 430 | 302 | 2675 | 5151 |
| Red M: 64.1/119 W: 68.3/125 | 251 | 120 | 421 | 125 | 457 | 289 | 225 | 125 | 327 | 2340 | 264 | 300 | 293 | 262 | 120 | 440 | 106 | 400 | 297 | 2482 | 4822 |
| Handicap | 16 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 12 | 2 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 11 | |||
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
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Burnt out fairways Photo submitted by Rolly64 on 08/14/2025
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Photo submitted by kennxrd on 09/01/2024
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Photo submitted by Stingray1280 on 08/10/2023
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Photo submitted by Stingray1280 on 08/10/2023
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Photo submitted by Stingray1280 on 08/10/2023
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Photo submitted by u314162973661 on 07/29/2023
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Photo submitted by sparky1958 on 11/04/2021
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Photo submitted by sparky1958 on 11/04/2021
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Photo submitted by sixeagles on 10/31/2021
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Photo submitted by sixeagles on 10/31/2021
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Photo submitted by sixeagles on 10/31/2021
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Photo submitted by sixeagles on 10/31/2021
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Photo submitted by suemoshier on 07/06/2020
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6th "Green" Photo submitted by DrOldSchool on 08/15/2018
OK course, slow play on a Sunday afternoon.
OK layout, some spotty greens and fringe. Crowded Sunday afternoon led to slow play, not really the course's fault. Snarky kid at the bag drop made me want to think twice before returning.
Good layout but was very disappointed in the overall condition. Greens were poor and they had a temp.
Played in the past and liked it. They told us when we signed up that they had a problem with the greens and gave us a certificate for a free round without carts for the rest of the year but we were leaving to go back home after being in OC for the week. It would have been better if they had given us a break on the fee instead of paying $70 for a poorly conditioned course.
Great layout - currently not in good shape
I have played this course before and it was in good shape. However, this past time the greens had died in certain areas. Apparently some sort of bug is attacking the greens and fringe. When the course comes back though, I recommend.
River Run
This course needs serious work done to its greens. Some of the putting surfaces were completely sand with minimal grass, making it extremely tough to putt. In addition, the pace of play at this course was very poor.
I would be hesitant to come back to this course unless they were willing to offer me a free round to come back.
Bad course conditions
We found a good rate on Golf Now that made it comparable to the majority of courses at home in the central Pa area. Unfortunately it was still a disappointment. The greens were nothing short of terrible, and some of the water hazards looked like they contained industrial waste. The rest of the course could use some attention as well.
The staff at the bag drop and pro shop were cordial but the starter was in a hurry to go home, so he called us off the practice range to start nearly a half hour early.
Overall, it was not a great experience and I will play somewhere else when in OC area from now on.
the up keep of this once wonderful golf course leaves much to be desired.
Golf courses should be eco friendly. Indiscriminant spraying for vegetation control vs. trimming is ugly. Other courses in the area have not lost their greens like this course . Poor course management. Traveled 3 hours to play and at least 6 greens poor condition at best. very, little grass to no grass in some areas. Golf Now should warn the consumer of this condition!!! Disappointing and a waste of time and money. Course should be closed and greens redone. Maybe they could trim up some of the rough looking areas around traps and greens also!
layout was awesome, greens were destroyed
very challenging course. made you play every iron in your bag with not alot of driver shots which really threw me off cause you'd go 3 or 4 holes sometimes without having to use it. fairways were in great condition along with the rough but the greens were horrible. almost every hole was irrigated around the entire green making some chips shots harder cause you were unable to use the edges of the green to let your ball run. overall i still think the course was an okay play just not for the 70 bucks.
Great layout but needs a top notch maintenance staff.
Staff blamed poor green and tee box conditions on weather, but I don't buy it as other courses in the area don't seem affected. I believe money isn't finding its way back into the course. For example steps, benches, and walkways are in need of repair. This to me demonstrates a lack of pride by course management. High spots on greens as well as all the collars were dead. Sad but this place could be one of the best courses in the area with just a year or two of overhaul. But if you get a good rate on golfnow it is definitely worth a play.
Heat and rain have created poor conditions
Was shocked at the conditions of this course. Played course after a week of temperatures in the 90s. Several greens were simply unplayable and should have been closed. Other greens had damage from mowers. Even a 2 foot putt was an adventure. Too be fair, my playing partner said the course was in excellent condition in early July. The par 3s over water were great. Wouldn't play this course for any price unless you are out for a practice round improving your iron play.
Decently maintained.
Greens were a bit slow. Many parts if the course were burnt. Number 11 green was completely lost. The majority of the holes were nice. The staff was very nice. I would have upset if I had paid full price.
Very Nice course, good challenge
We had a wonderful day at River Run. The course was very pretty and we enjoyed the course layout, winding through the trees and Maryland countryside. The day we were there, we unfortunately had four groups ahead of us that were slow and we had to navigate around them to complete the round in four hours. However, people were friendly and the weather was great. The course was very lush and well maintained and we really liked the length, which was just right for us. The course was perfect for the average golfer and if you really want a challenge, play the Black tees.
Super Deal
Got a hot deal for this course, and was amazed at the excellent conditions and friendly staff.
Gary Player Course
Friendly staff, course was in great condition, pace of play was good. had a little rain. looking forward to playing here again soon.
excellent course very fair and with some very challenging holes
an excellent course in excellent condition
there are a lot of opportunity to score on the course and few holes that can make you feel humble
well maintained
Great time but slow play
Had a great time but pace of play was slow for a Friday afternoon early tee time. Staff was great.
Great Condidtions
Played the back 9 in the rain so it was a little slow. But course was in super shape. Met on the first tee by the head pro who welcomed us.
Enjoyed playing this course for the first time
I would recommend others to take advantage of Golf Now to play this course.
Very friendly staff
The course was well mantained & had a very very friendly staff! Will go back!
Layout was outstanding
The golf course is in great condition. After 2 plus inches the day before, conditioned we're excellent. Staff was friendly and really made us feel welcome. Tee's for all skill levels. Pace of play was very good. Will play again on my next tripe to Ocean City MD.
Seaview Stay & Play Golf Package
Seaview Stay & Play Golf Package