Bay Hills Golf Club
Course at a glance
Bay Hills Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Arnold, Maryland (21012). The course was designed by Ed Ault and opened in 1969. From the Black tees, Bay Hills Golf Club plays to 6,423 yards at par 70. The course offers 5 sets of tees ranging from 5,057 to 6,423 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 126 and a course rating of 70.5, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 17% of rated golf courses in Maryland. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and zoysia grass fairways. Hazards include 51-60 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Bay Hills Golf Club.
About Bay Hills Golf Club
Bay Hills Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Arnold, Maryland (21012). The course was designed by Ed Ault and established in 1969. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,423 yards with a par of 70. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 126 and a course rating of 70.5.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 126, Bay Hills Golf Club is more accessible than most courses in Maryland. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 5 tee sets ranging from 5,057 to 6,423 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Par
70
Length
6,423
Slope
126
Rating
70.5
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
126
This Course
133
MD Average
113
US Average
Based on 157 rated courses in Maryland
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 126 | 70.5 | 341 | 423 | 370 | 200 | 295 | 329 | 359 | 333 | 424 | 3074 | 538 | 408 | 412 | 373 | 180 | 431 | 362 | 414 | 231 | 3349 | 6,423 |
Gold | 120 | 68.8 | 331 | 394 | 360 | 166 | 286 | 319 | 347 | 320 | 396 | 2919 | 518 | 392 | 392 | 357 | 164 | 401 | 350 | 375 | 189 | 3138 | 6,057 |
White | 119 | 67.1 | 310 | 363 | 350 | 152 | 270 | 308 | 330 | 309 | 362 | 2754 | 495 | 371 | 364 | 340 | 151 | 382 | 337 | 358 | 153 | 2951 | 5,705 |
Red (M) | 111 | 64.1 | 310 | 363 | 350 | 152 | 270 | 308 | 330 | 309 | 362 | 2754 | 495 | 371 | 364 | 340 | 151 | 382 | 337 | 358 | 153 | 2951 | 5,705 |
Red | 113 | 69.2 | 275 | 338 | 332 | 92 | 256 | 293 | 311 | 297 | 327 | 2521 | 425 | 300 | 342 | 322 | 110 | 362 | 328 | 244 | 103 | 2536 | 5,057 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 14 | 2 | 6 | 16 | 18 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 11 | 3 | 15 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Bay Hills Golf Club offers 5 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,423 | 126 | 70.5 | 5-15 |
Gold | 6,057 | 120 | 68.8 | 12-22 |
White | 5,705 | 119 | 67.1 | 12-22 |
Red (M) | 5,705 | 111 | 64.1 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,057 | 113 | 69.2 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Bay Hills Golf Club
Bay Hills Golf Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Bay Hills Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bay Hills Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Bay Hills Golf Club is a public golf course located in Arnold, MD. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Bay Hills Golf Club have?expand_more
Bay Hills Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1969. The course was designed by Ed Ault.
What is the yardage at Bay Hills Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Bay Hills Golf Club plays to 5,705 yards (par 70). The course offers 5 tee sets ranging from 5,057 to 6,423 yards.
What is the slope rating at Bay Hills Golf Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Bay Hills Golf Club have a slope rating of 126 and a course rating of 70.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Bay Hills Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Bay Hills Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Bay Hills Golf Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://bayhillsgc.com/ or call 410-974-0669 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Bay Hills Golf Club offer?expand_more
Bay Hills Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Bay Hills Golf Club located?expand_more
Bay Hills Golf Club is located at 545 Bay Hills Dr in Arnold, MD 21012. You can reach them at 410-974-0669.
What is the difficulty level at Bay Hills Golf Club?expand_more
Bay Hills Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 126. It plays harder than 17% of golf courses in Maryland. The average slope rating in Maryland is 133. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Bay Hills Golf Club?expand_more
Bay Hills Golf Club offers 5 tee sets. Black tees (6,423 yards, slope 126) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (5,057 yards, slope 113) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Bay Hills Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Bay Hills Golf Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,057 yards with a slope of 113. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Bay Hills Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 119, rating 67.1) at Bay Hills Golf Club would have a course handicap of 13 and an expected score of approximately 83. This uses the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Bay Hills Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Bay Hills Golf Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.