Winters Run Golf Club
Course at a glance
Winters Run Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Bel Air, Maryland (21014). The course was designed by Buddy Loving and opened in 1972. From the Blue tees, Winters Run Golf Club plays to 6,717 yards at par 72. The course offers 8 sets of tees ranging from 5,086 to 6,717 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.6, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 78% 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 bluegrass fairways. Hazards include 81-90 bunkers. Tee times at Winters Run Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Winters Run Golf Club
Winters Run Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Bel Air, Maryland (21014). The course was designed by Buddy Loving and established in 1972. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,717 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.6.
Walking is permitted.
Winters Run Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 138, 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 5,086 to 6,717 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
6,717
Slope
132
Rating
72.6
Course Difficulty Analysis
138
This Course
132
MD Average
113
US Average
Based on 136 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 | 132 | 72.6 | 351 | 501 | 397 | 399 | 202 | 530 | 157 | 386 | 400 | 3323 | 390 | 406 | 538 | 176 | 405 | 209 | 341 | 491 | 438 | 3394 | 6,717 |
White | 129 | 70.2 | 320 | 483 | 362 | 354 | 163 | 515 | 146 | 378 | 365 | 3086 | 386 | 384 | 516 | 144 | 376 | 190 | 313 | 475 | 409 | 3193 | 6,279 |
PlumWomen's | 138 | 72.9 | 318 | 465 | 334 | 345 | 150 | 418 | 136 | 368 | 365 | 2899 | 384 | 352 | 482 | 130 | 353 | 131 | 311 | 401 | 400 | 2944 | 5,843 |
PlumMen's | 123 | 68.1 | 318 | 465 | 334 | 345 | 150 | 418 | 136 | 368 | 365 | 2899 | 384 | 352 | 482 | 130 | 353 | 131 | 311 | 401 | 400 | 2944 | 5,843 |
GoldWomen's | 135 | 71.3 | 293 | 409 | 277 | 345 | 150 | 418 | 136 | 302 | 365 | 2695 | 384 | 352 | 482 | 130 | 353 | 131 | 311 | 401 | 316 | 2860 | 5,555 |
GoldMen's | 119 | 66.7 | 293 | 409 | 277 | 345 | 150 | 418 | 136 | 302 | 365 | 2695 | 384 | 352 | 482 | 130 | 353 | 131 | 311 | 401 | 316 | 2860 | 5,555 |
GreenWomen's | 130 | 68.7 | 291 | 407 | 275 | 288 | 110 | 416 | 133 | 300 | 285 | 2505 | 267 | 247 | 470 | 125 | 351 | 130 | 284 | 397 | 310 | 2581 | 5,086 |
GreenMen's | 115 | 65.5 | 291 | 407 | 275 | 288 | 110 | 416 | 133 | 300 | 285 | 2505 | 267 | 247 | 470 | 125 | 351 | 130 | 284 | 397 | 310 | 2581 | 5,086 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 17 | 15 | 3 | 11 | 7 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 16 | 18 | 12 | 10 | 14 | 2 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Winters Run 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,717 | 132 | 72.6 | 0-5 |
White | 6,279 | 129 | 70.2 | 5-15 |
Plum | 5,843 | 138 | 72.9 | 12-22 |
Plum | 5,843 | 123 | 68.1 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,555 | 135 | 71.3 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,555 | 119 | 66.7 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,086 | 130 | 68.7 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,086 | 115 | 65.5 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Winters Run Golf Club
Winters Run 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 Winters Run 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 Winters Run Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Winters Run Golf Club is a public golf course located in Bel Air, MD. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Winters Run Golf Club have?
Winters Run Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1972. The course was designed by Buddy Loving.
What is the yardage at Winters Run Golf Club?
From the White tees, Winters Run Golf Club plays to 6,279 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,086 to 6,717 yards.
What is the slope rating at Winters Run Golf Club?
The Blue tees at Winters Run Golf Club have a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Winters Run Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Winters Run Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Winters Run Golf Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.wintersrun.com/ or call 410-879-1200 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Winters Run Golf Club offer?
Winters Run Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Winters Run Golf Club located?
Winters Run Golf Club is located at 1000 N Tollgate Rd in Bel Air, MD 21014. You can reach them at 410-879-1200.
What is the difficulty level at Winters Run Golf Club?
Winters Run Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 78% of golf courses in Maryland. The average slope rating in Maryland is 132. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Winters Run Golf Club?
Winters Run Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. Blue tees (6,717 yards, slope 132) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (5,086 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 Winters Run Golf Club?
Beginners at Winters Run Golf Club should play the Green tees, which play 5,086 yards with a slope of 115. 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 Winters Run Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold tees (slope 135, rating 71.3) at Winters Run Golf Club has a course handicap of 17, 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 Winters Run Golf Club?
A typical round at Winters Run 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.