South River Golf Course
Course at a glance
South River Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Glen Burnie, Maryland. From the Green tees, South River Golf Course plays to 6,512 yards at par 71. The course offers 14 sets of tees ranging from 4,727 to 6,512 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 71.3, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 82% 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. Tee times at South River Golf Course are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About South River Golf Course
South River Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Glen Burnie, Maryland.. From the Green tees, the course plays to 6,512 yards with a par of 71. The Green tees carry a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 71.3.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 140, South River Golf Course is one of the more challenging courses in Maryland, playing harder than 82% of rated courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 14 tee sets ranging from 4,727 to 6,512 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
71
Length
6,512
Slope
132
Rating
71.3
Course Difficulty Analysis
140
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Green | 132 | 71.3 | 416 | 455 | 184 | 550 | 376 | 178 | 534 | 206 | 567 | 3466 | 395 | 422 | 351 | 555 | 149 | 352 | 144 | 300 | 378 | 3046 | 6,512 |
Green/Blue | 129 | 70.0 | 416 | 427 | 184 | 550 | 376 | 164 | 499 | 174 | 539 | 3329 | 395 | 386 | 351 | 533 | 129 | 352 | 144 | 300 | 363 | 2953 | 6,282 |
Blue | 125 | 69.2 | 367 | 427 | 169 | 528 | 340 | 164 | 499 | 174 | 539 | 3207 | 373 | 386 | 311 | 533 | 129 | 309 | 136 | 274 | 363 | 2814 | 6,021 |
Blue/Gold | 121 | 68.1 | 367 | 416 | 169 | 518 | 340 | 141 | 463 | 174 | 520 | 3108 | 373 | 386 | 311 | 478 | 129 | 309 | 136 | 274 | 318 | 2714 | 5,822 |
GoldWomen's | 140 | 73.9 | 342 | 416 | 154 | 518 | 288 | 141 | 463 | 146 | 520 | 2988 | 348 | 364 | 291 | 478 | 115 | 279 | 129 | 240 | 318 | 2562 | 5,550 |
GoldMen's | 118 | 67.3 | 342 | 416 | 154 | 518 | 288 | 141 | 463 | 146 | 520 | 2988 | 348 | 364 | 291 | 478 | 115 | 279 | 129 | 240 | 318 | 2562 | 5,550 |
Gold/WhiteWomen's | 137 | 71.1 | 342 | 390 | 154 | 406 | 288 | 141 | 463 | 146 | 385 | 2715 | 348 | 333 | 291 | 478 | 115 | 279 | 129 | 240 | 303 | 2516 | 5,231 |
Gold/WhiteMen's | 115 | 65.7 | 342 | 390 | 154 | 406 | 288 | 141 | 463 | 146 | 385 | 2715 | 348 | 333 | 291 | 478 | 115 | 279 | 129 | 240 | 303 | 2516 | 5,231 |
WhiteWomen's | 132 | 70.4 | 342 | 390 | 154 | 406 | 283 | 141 | 432 | 120 | 385 | 2653 | 299 | 333 | 291 | 478 | 115 | 264 | 119 | 240 | 303 | 2442 | 5,095 |
WhiteMen's | 113 | 64.9 | 342 | 390 | 154 | 406 | 283 | 141 | 432 | 120 | 385 | 2653 | 299 | 333 | 291 | 478 | 115 | 264 | 119 | 240 | 303 | 2442 | 5,095 |
White/RedWomen's | 130 | 69.6 | 342 | 318 | 154 | 406 | 283 | 113 | 432 | 120 | 385 | 2553 | 299 | 333 | 291 | 438 | 115 | 264 | 119 | 240 | 303 | 2402 | 4,955 |
White/RedMen's | 111 | 64.3 | 342 | 318 | 154 | 406 | 283 | 113 | 432 | 120 | 385 | 2553 | 299 | 333 | 291 | 438 | 115 | 264 | 119 | 240 | 303 | 2402 | 4,955 |
Red | 123 | 68.4 | 305 | 318 | 94 | 406 | 283 | 113 | 432 | 120 | 385 | 2456 | 299 | 333 | 246 | 438 | 92 | 264 | 99 | 217 | 283 | 2271 | 4,727 |
Red | 109 | 63.5 | 305 | 318 | 94 | 406 | 283 | 113 | 432 | 120 | 385 | 2456 | 299 | 333 | 246 | 438 | 92 | 264 | 99 | 217 | 283 | 2271 | 4,727 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 15 | 1 | 11 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 5 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 16 | 14 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
South River Golf Course offers 14 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Green | 6,512 | 132 | 71.3 | 5-15 |
Green/Blue | 6,282 | 129 | 70.0 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,021 | 125 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
Blue/Gold | 5,822 | 121 | 68.1 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,550 | 140 | 73.9 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,550 | 118 | 67.3 | 20-30 |
Gold/White | 5,231 | 137 | 71.1 | 20-30 |
Gold/White | 5,231 | 115 | 65.7 | 20-30 |
White | 5,095 | 132 | 70.4 | 20-30 |
White | 5,095 | 113 | 64.9 | 20-30 |
White/Red | 4,955 | 130 | 69.6 | 25+ |
White/Red | 4,955 | 111 | 64.3 | 25+ |
Red | 4,727 | 123 | 68.4 | 25+ |
Red | 4,727 | 109 | 63.5 | 25+ |
Amenities at South River Golf Course
South River Golf Course features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for South River Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is South River Golf Course a public or private golf course?
South River Golf Course is a public golf course located in Glen Burnie, MD. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does South River Golf Course have?
South River Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at South River Golf Course?
From the Gold/White tees, South River Golf Course plays to 5,231 yards (par 71). The course offers 14 tee sets ranging from 4,727 to 6,512 yards.
What is the slope rating at South River Golf Course?
The Green tees at South River Golf Course have a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 71.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk South River Golf Course?
Yes, walking is allowed at South River Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at South River Golf Course?
Contact the course directly to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does South River Golf Course offer?
South River Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is South River Golf Course located?
South River Golf Course is located in Glen Burnie, MD.
What is the difficulty level at South River Golf Course?
South River Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 140. It plays harder than 82% 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 South River Golf Course?
South River Golf Course offers 14 tee sets. Green tees (6,512 yards, slope 132) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (4,727 yards, slope 109) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at South River Golf Course?
Beginners at South River Golf Course should play the Red tees, which play 4,727 yards with a slope of 109. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at South River Golf Course?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold/White tees (slope 115, rating 65.7) at South River Golf Course has a course handicap of 10, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at South River Golf Course?
A typical round at South River Golf Course 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.