Piney Branch Golf Club
Course at a glance
Piney Branch Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Towson, Maryland (21074). The course was designed by Ed Ault and opened in 1950. From the Black tees, Piney Branch Golf Club plays to 6,780 yards at par 71. The course offers 8 sets of tees ranging from 5,165 to 6,780 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 73.5, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 54% of rated golf courses in Maryland. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and winter rye fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Piney Branch Golf Club.
About Piney Branch Golf Club
Piney Branch Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Towson, Maryland (21074). The course was designed by Ed Ault and established in 1950. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,780 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 73.5.
Walking is permitted.
Piney Branch Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 135, putting it in the upper half of courses in Maryland for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,165 to 6,780 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
6,780
Slope
131
Rating
73.5
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
135
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 | 131 | 73.5 | 383 | 548 | 439 | 411 | 394 | 553 | 188 | 390 | 174 | 3480 | 413 | 416 | 413 | 181 | 490 | 422 | 186 | 372 | 407 | 3300 | 6,780 |
Blue | 128 | 72.3 | 378 | 532 | 383 | 396 | 380 | 517 | 174 | 384 | 145 | 3289 | 406 | 394 | 404 | 170 | 484 | 405 | 179 | 362 | 400 | 3204 | 6,493 |
WhiteWomen's | 135 | 75.8 | 372 | 509 | 365 | 350 | 328 | 498 | 163 | 377 | 138 | 3100 | 391 | 350 | 390 | 160 | 475 | 369 | 163 | 345 | 338 | 2981 | 6,081 |
WhiteMen's | 126 | 70.4 | 372 | 509 | 365 | 350 | 328 | 498 | 163 | 377 | 138 | 3100 | 391 | 350 | 390 | 160 | 475 | 369 | 163 | 345 | 338 | 2981 | 6,081 |
GoldWomen's | 129 | 72.8 | 324 | 509 | 365 | 295 | 328 | 498 | 113 | 297 | 138 | 2867 | 348 | 312 | 380 | 150 | 388 | 332 | 163 | 345 | 338 | 2756 | 5,623 |
GoldMen's | 120 | 68.5 | 324 | 509 | 365 | 295 | 328 | 498 | 113 | 297 | 138 | 2867 | 348 | 312 | 380 | 150 | 378 | 332 | 163 | 345 | 338 | 2746 | 5,613 |
GreenMen's | 111 | 66.4 | 324 | 407 | 329 | 295 | 317 | 288 | 113 | 297 | 138 | 2508 | 384 | 312 | 365 | 120 | 378 | 332 | 137 | 341 | 296 | 2665 | 5,173 |
GreenWomen's | 124 | 70.4 | 324 | 407 | 329 | 295 | 317 | 288 | 113 | 297 | 130 | 2500 | 384 | 312 | 365 | 120 | 378 | 332 | 137 | 341 | 296 | 2665 | 5,165 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 6 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 8 | 12 | 18 | 4 | 16 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 17 | 15 | 3 | 13 | 7 | 11 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Piney Branch Golf Club offers 8 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 | 6,780 | 131 | 73.5 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,493 | 128 | 72.3 | 5-15 |
White | 6,081 | 135 | 75.8 | 12-22 |
White | 6,081 | 126 | 70.4 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,623 | 129 | 72.8 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,613 | 120 | 68.5 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,173 | 111 | 66.4 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,165 | 124 | 70.4 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Piney Branch Golf Club
Piney Branch Golf Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Piney Branch 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 Piney Branch Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Piney Branch 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 Piney Branch Golf Club have?expand_more
Piney Branch Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1950. The course was designed by Ed Ault.
What is the yardage at Piney Branch Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Piney Branch Golf Club plays to 6,081 yards (par 71). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,165 to 6,780 yards.
What is the slope rating at Piney Branch Golf Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Piney Branch Golf Club have a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 73.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Piney Branch Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Piney Branch Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Piney Branch Golf Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.pineybranchgolf.com/ or call 410-239-7115 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Piney Branch Golf Club offer?expand_more
Piney Branch Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Piney Branch Golf Club located?expand_more
Piney Branch Golf Club is located at 5301 Trenton Mill Rd in Towson, MD 21074. You can reach them at 410-239-7115.
What is the difficulty level at Piney Branch Golf Club?expand_more
Piney Branch Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 135. It plays harder than 54% 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 Piney Branch Golf Club?expand_more
Piney Branch Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. Black tees (6,780 yards, slope 131) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (5,165 yards, slope 124) 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 Piney Branch Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Piney Branch Golf Club should play the Green tees, which play 5,165 yards with a slope of 124. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Piney Branch Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 129, rating 72.8) at Piney Branch Golf Club would have a course handicap of 19 and an expected score of approximately 90. 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 Piney Branch Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Piney Branch 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.