Furnace Bay Golf Course
Course at a glance
Furnace Bay Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Perryville, Maryland (21903). The course was designed by John Thompson and opened in 2000. From the Blue tees, Furnace Bay Golf Course plays to 6,335 yards at par 72. The course offers 3 sets of tees ranging from 5,407 to 6,335 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 128 and a course rating of 70.9, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 25% 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 bent grass fairways. Hazards include 11-20 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Furnace Bay Golf Course.
About Furnace Bay Golf Course
Furnace Bay Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Perryville, Maryland (21903). The course was designed by John Thompson and established in 2000. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,335 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 128 and a course rating of 70.9.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 128, Furnace Bay Golf Course 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 3 tee sets ranging from 5,407 to 6,335 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
6,335
Slope
128
Rating
70.9
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
128
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 128 | 70.9 | 420 | 550 | 127 | 325 | 319 | 489 | 335 | 194 | 305 | 3064 | 190 | 386 | 380 | 346 | 487 | 337 | 410 | 400 | 335 | 3271 | 6,335 |
White | 126 | 68.3 | 395 | 485 | 115 | 307 | 303 | 464 | 319 | 170 | 291 | 2849 | 158 | 355 | 334 | 306 | 467 | 310 | 375 | 355 | 325 | 2985 | 5,834 |
Gold | 118 | 66.2 | 387 | 471 | 110 | 280 | 289 | 450 | 277 | 145 | 270 | 2679 | 140 | 321 | 301 | 270 | 450 | 280 | 359 | 337 | 270 | 2728 | 5,407 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Furnace Bay Golf Course offers 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,335 | 128 | 70.9 | 5-15 |
White | 5,834 | 126 | 68.3 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,407 | 118 | 66.2 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Furnace Bay Golf Course
Furnace Bay 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 Furnace Bay Golf Course. 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 Furnace Bay Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Furnace Bay Golf Course is a public golf course located in Perryville, MD. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Furnace Bay Golf Course have?expand_more
Furnace Bay Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 2000. The course was designed by John Thompson.
What is the yardage at Furnace Bay Golf Course?expand_more
From the White tees, Furnace Bay Golf Course plays to 5,834 yards (par 71). The course offers 3 tee sets ranging from 5,407 to 6,335 yards.
What is the slope rating at Furnace Bay Golf Course?expand_more
The Blue tees at Furnace Bay Golf Course have a slope rating of 128 and a course rating of 70.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Furnace Bay Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Furnace Bay Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Furnace Bay Golf Course?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.furnacebaygc.com/ or call 410-642-6816 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Furnace Bay Golf Course offer?expand_more
Furnace Bay Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Furnace Bay Golf Course located?expand_more
Furnace Bay Golf Course is located at 79 Chesapeake View Rd in Perryville, MD 21903. You can reach them at 410-642-6816.
What is the difficulty level at Furnace Bay Golf Course?expand_more
Furnace Bay Golf Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 128. It plays harder than 25% 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 Furnace Bay Golf Course?expand_more
Furnace Bay Golf Course offers 3 tee sets. Blue tees (6,335 yards, slope 128) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Gold tees (5,407 yards, slope 118) 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 Furnace Bay Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Furnace Bay Golf Course should play the Gold tees, which play 5,407 yards with a slope of 118. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Furnace Bay Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 126, rating 68.3) at Furnace Bay Golf Course would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 85. 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 Furnace Bay Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Furnace Bay 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.