River Run GC
A fall day view of a hole at River Run Golf Course (Mary Miller)
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3.6
813 Reviews (813)
5 Stars
239
4 Stars
352
3 Stars
112
2 Stars
62
1 Stars
48
Conditions
3.2
Value
3.7
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.3
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.5
70.9%
Recommend this course
662 out of 813 reviews
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3.9
28 Reviews (28)
5 Stars
9
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.3
Value
3.9
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.4
89.3%
Recommend this course
25 out of 28 reviews
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3.3
62 Reviews (62)
5 Stars
12
4 Stars
18
3 Stars
15
2 Stars
10
1 Stars
7
Conditions
2.7
Value
3.4
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.5
StaffFriendliness
4.2
64.5%
Recommend this course
40 out of 62 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout consistently earns high praise, offering a fun and engaging design that rewards mid-handicap players. Friendly staff and a smooth pace of play make for an enjoyable round at a reasonable value.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 71
Length 6705 yards
Slope 136
Rating 72.1

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.

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Course Details

Year Built 1991
Fairways Bent Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Gary Player (1991)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire required.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards
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Reviews

3.6
813 Reviews (813)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 12
19th Hole Specials 7
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 33
Bunkers 22
Narrow Fairways 22
This course/club is great for:
Locals 26
Seniors 22
A Weekend Splurge 21
This Course's Location is:
Near Local Attractions 21
Worth the Drive 20
Convenient to the City 17

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Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

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.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

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.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

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.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

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!

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

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.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

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.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
First Time Playing

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.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

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.

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

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.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Super Deal

Got a hot deal for this course, and was amazed at the excellent conditions and friendly staff.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 32
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

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.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

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

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
TMT
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

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.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 198
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 50 Contributor
Indy Advisor
First Time Playing

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.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course. Close to Ocean City

Great course close to ocean city. I recommend the course to others.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Enjoyed playing this course for the first time

I would recommend others to take advantage of Golf Now to play this course.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very friendly staff

The course was well mantained & had a very very friendly staff! Will go back!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 40
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Featured
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

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.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

great layout for novice players

enjoyed the course well maintained very friendly staff

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Slow

I was unaware that a group of 40+ had started a few hours before us. The course became quite backed up. Other then this the course was in fantastic condition, we would still play here again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Difficulty Moderate
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