Caves Valley Golf Club
About Caves Valley Golf Club
Caves Valley Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Towson, Maryland (21117). The course was designed by Tom Fazio and established in 1991. From the BMW tees, the course plays to 7,576 yards with a par of 72. The BMW tees carry a slope rating of 141 and a course rating of 76.9.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 141, Caves Valley Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in Maryland, playing harder than 85% of 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 8 tee sets ranging from 5,200 to 7,576 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
72
Length
7,576
Slope
141
Rating
76.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
141
This Course
133
MD Average
113
US Average
Based on 163 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BMW | 141 | 76.9 | 467 | 362 | 568 | 224 | 469 | 491 | 599 | 220 | 470 | 3870 | 366 | 584 | 227 | 590 | 348 | 223 | 422 | 476 | 470 | 3706 | 7,576 |
Blue | 136 | 73.8 | 438 | 335 | 521 | 198 | 390 | 462 | 559 | 190 | 423 | 3516 | 363 | 553 | 187 | 540 | 324 | 198 | 377 | 429 | 421 | 3392 | 6,908 |
Purple | 132 | 72.1 | 395 | 319 | 494 | 182 | 383 | 440 | 531 | 169 | 381 | 3294 | 345 | 535 | 182 | 530 | 324 | 198 | 345 | 398 | 415 | 3272 | 6,566 |
White | 130 | 69.9 | 362 | 290 | 469 | 144 | 383 | 425 | 496 | 153 | 336 | 3058 | 305 | 510 | 163 | 501 | 309 | 177 | 345 | 374 | 375 | 3059 | 6,117 |
White/Gold | 127 | 68.2 | 362 | 290 | 469 | 144 | 335 | 339 | 414 | 153 | 336 | 2842 | 305 | 471 | 163 | 501 | 309 | 177 | 345 | 339 | 337 | 2947 | 5,789 |
Gold | 119 | 66.7 | 317 | 279 | 401 | 136 | 335 | 339 | 414 | 120 | 331 | 2672 | 281 | 471 | 130 | 413 | 282 | 143 | 322 | 339 | 337 | 2718 | 5,390 |
Red | 127 | 71.1 | 317 | 249 | 401 | 113 | 335 | 339 | 414 | 125 | 265 | 2558 | 281 | 457 | 130 | 413 | 282 | 138 | 265 | 339 | 337 | 2642 | 5,200 |
Red | 115 | 65.7 | 317 | 249 | 401 | 113 | 335 | 339 | 414 | 125 | 265 | 2558 | 281 | 457 | 130 | 413 | 282 | 138 | 265 | 339 | 337 | 2642 | 5,200 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 13 | 11 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 14 | 6 | 18 | 4 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Caves Valley Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BMW | 7,576 | 141 | 76.9 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,908 | 136 | 73.8 | 0-5 |
Purple | 6,566 | 132 | 72.1 | 5-15 |
White | 6,117 | 130 | 69.9 | 12-22 |
White/Gold | 5,789 | 127 | 68.2 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,390 | 119 | 66.7 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,200 | 127 | 71.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,200 | 115 | 65.7 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Caves Valley Golf Club
Caves Valley Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Caves Valley Golf Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Caves Valley Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Caves Valley Golf Club is a public golf course located in Towson, MD. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Caves Valley Golf Club have?expand_more
Caves Valley Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1991. The course was designed by Tom Fazio.
What is the yardage at Caves Valley Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Caves Valley Golf Club plays to 6,117 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,200 to 7,576 yards.
What is the slope rating at Caves Valley Golf Club?expand_more
The BMW tees at Caves Valley Golf Club have a slope rating of 141 and a course rating of 76.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Caves Valley Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Caves Valley Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Caves Valley Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Caves Valley Golf Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.cavesvalley.net/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Caves Valley Golf Club offer?expand_more
Caves Valley Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Caves Valley Golf Club located?expand_more
Caves Valley Golf Club is located at 2910 Blandon Rd in Towson, MD 21117. You can reach them at 410-356-1319.
What is the difficulty level at Caves Valley Golf Club?expand_more
Caves Valley Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 141. It plays harder than 85% 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 Caves Valley Golf Club?expand_more
Caves Valley Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. BMW tees (7,576 yards, slope 141) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,200 yards, slope 115) 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 Caves Valley Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Caves Valley Golf Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,200 yards with a slope of 115. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Caves Valley Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White/Gold tees (slope 127, rating 68.2) at Caves Valley Golf Club would have a course handicap of 13 and an expected score of approximately 85. This is calculated using the USGA 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 Caves Valley Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Caves Valley 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.