Columbia Country Club
Course at a glance
Columbia Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Chevy Chase, Maryland (20815). The course was designed by Walter Travis and opened in 1898. From the Gold tees, Columbia Country Club plays to 6,693 yards at par 71. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 3,842 to 6,693 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 72.0, 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 private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 71-80 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Columbia Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Columbia Country Club
Columbia Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Chevy Chase, Maryland (20815). The course was designed by Walter Travis and established in 1898. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 6,693 yards with a par of 71. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 72.0.
Walking is permitted.
Columbia Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 139, 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 10 tee sets ranging from 3,842 to 6,693 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
6,693
Slope
133
Rating
72.0
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
139
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 133 | 72.0 | 571 | 385 | 409 | 359 | 356 | 157 | 431 | 370 | 405 | 3443 | 372 | 222 | 413 | 182 | 473 | 552 | 189 | 308 | 539 | 3250 | 6,693 |
Gold/BlackCombo | 131 | 70.5 | 571 | 310 | 409 | 359 | 356 | 157 | 360 | 370 | 316 | 3208 | 372 | 197 | 413 | 182 | 449 | 552 | 189 | 308 | 539 | 3201 | 6,409 |
BlackMen's | 129 | 69.5 | 571 | 310 | 380 | 359 | 356 | 157 | 360 | 370 | 316 | 3179 | 372 | 222 | 413 | 157 | 449 | 528 | 152 | 278 | 480 | 3051 | 6,230 |
BlackWomen's | 139 | 76.3 | 550 | 310 | 380 | 339 | 340 | 138 | 360 | 356 | 316 | 3089 | 348 | 197 | 392 | 157 | 449 | 528 | 152 | 278 | 480 | 2981 | 6,070 |
Combo Black/Silver | 124 | 66.9 | 493 | 310 | 367 | 339 | 340 | 138 | 316 | 313 | 316 | 2932 | 348 | 182 | 308 | 157 | 421 | 469 | 152 | 278 | 409 | 2724 | 5,656 |
SilverWomen's | 127 | 72.6 | 493 | 270 | 367 | 310 | 296 | 122 | 316 | 313 | 298 | 2785 | 310 | 182 | 308 | 157 | 421 | 469 | 144 | 260 | 409 | 2660 | 5,445 |
SilverMen's | 120 | 65.9 | 493 | 270 | 367 | 310 | 296 | 122 | 316 | 313 | 298 | 2785 | 310 | 182 | 308 | 157 | 421 | 469 | 144 | 260 | 409 | 2660 | 5,445 |
WhiteWomen's | 119 | 68.1 | 437 | 238 | 293 | 271 | 274 | 112 | 284 | 291 | 239 | 2439 | 279 | 116 | 286 | 134 | 328 | 363 | 107 | 202 | 405 | 2220 | 4,659 |
WhiteMen's | 114 | 62.7 | 417 | 238 | 293 | 271 | 274 | 112 | 284 | 291 | 239 | 2419 | 279 | 116 | 286 | 134 | 328 | 363 | 107 | 202 | 405 | 2220 | 4,639 |
Junior Tees | 101 | 61.4 | 324 | 210 | 252 | 206 | 191 | 72 | 233 | 248 | 185 | 1921 | 324 | 210 | 252 | 206 | 191 | 72 | 233 | 248 | 185 | 1921 | 3,842 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 4 | 16 | 6 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 2 | 8 | 18 | 11 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 17 | 5 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Columbia Country Club offers 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 6,693 | 133 | 72.0 | 5-15 |
Gold/BlackCombo | 6,409 | 131 | 70.5 | 5-15 |
Black | 6,230 | 129 | 69.5 | 5-15 |
Black | 6,070 | 139 | 76.3 | 12-22 |
Combo Black/Silver | 5,656 | 124 | 66.9 | 20-30 |
Silver | 5,445 | 127 | 72.6 | 20-30 |
Silver | 5,445 | 120 | 65.9 | 20-30 |
White | 4,659 | 119 | 68.1 | 25+ |
White | 4,639 | 114 | 62.7 | 25+ |
Junior Tees | 3,842 | 101 | 61.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at Columbia Country Club
Columbia Country Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Columbia Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Columbia Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Columbia Country Club is a private golf course located in Chevy Chase, MD. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Columbia Country Club have?expand_more
Columbia Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1898. The course was designed by Walter Travis.
What is the yardage at Columbia Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Columbia Country Club plays to 4,659 yards (par 71). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 3,842 to 6,693 yards.
What is the slope rating at Columbia Country Club?expand_more
The Gold tees at Columbia Country Club have a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 72.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Columbia Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Columbia Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Columbia Country Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.columbiacc.org/ or call 301-951-5050 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Columbia Country Club offer?expand_more
Columbia Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Columbia Country Club located?expand_more
Columbia Country Club is located at 7900 Connecticut Ave in Chevy Chase, MD 20815. You can reach them at 301-951-5050.
What is the difficulty level at Columbia Country Club?expand_more
Columbia Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 139. It plays harder than 78% 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 Columbia Country Club?expand_more
Columbia Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Gold tees (6,693 yards, slope 133) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Junior Tees tees (3,842 yards, slope 101) 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 Columbia Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Columbia Country Club should play the Junior Tees tees, which play 3,842 yards with a slope of 101. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Columbia Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Silver tees (slope 127, rating 72.6) at Columbia Country Club would have a course handicap of 18 and an expected score of approximately 89. 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 Columbia Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Columbia Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.