Norbeck Country Club
Course at a glance
Norbeck Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Chevy Chase, Maryland (20853). The course was designed by Alfred H. Tull and opened in 1954. From the Black tees, Norbeck Country Club plays to 7,019 yards at par 72. The course offers 9 sets of tees ranging from 5,452 to 7,019 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 74.1, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 65% 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 bent grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Norbeck Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Norbeck Country Club
Norbeck Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Chevy Chase, Maryland (20853). The course was designed by Alfred H. Tull and established in 1954. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,019 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 74.1.
Walking is permitted.
Norbeck Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 136, 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 9 tee sets ranging from 5,452 to 7,019 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
7,019
Slope
136
Rating
74.1
Course Difficulty Analysis
136
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 136 | 74.1 | 386 | 407 | 211 | 416 | 605 | 177 | 452 | 536 | 456 | 3646 | 375 | 532 | 195 | 349 | 345 | 420 | 190 | 545 | 422 | 3373 | 7,019 |
Blue | 133 | 72.6 | 351 | 407 | 182 | 416 | 550 | 177 | 404 | 536 | 410 | 3433 | 344 | 534 | 160 | 349 | 325 | 420 | 169 | 545 | 397 | 3243 | 6,676 |
WhiteWomen's | 134 | 76.6 | 351 | 374 | 182 | 347 | 550 | 158 | 404 | 490 | 410 | 3266 | 344 | 495 | 160 | 333 | 325 | 372 | 169 | 495 | 397 | 3090 | 6,356 |
WhiteMen's | 129 | 71.1 | 351 | 374 | 182 | 347 | 550 | 158 | 404 | 490 | 410 | 3266 | 344 | 495 | 160 | 333 | 325 | 372 | 169 | 495 | 397 | 3090 | 6,356 |
White/Gold | 125 | 68.9 | 351 | 374 | 142 | 347 | 422 | 158 | 404 | 490 | 361 | 3049 | 344 | 495 | 130 | 333 | 325 | 328 | 169 | 495 | 336 | 2955 | 6,004 |
GoldWomen's | 128 | 73.5 | 351 | 374 | 142 | 243 | 422 | 158 | 404 | 490 | 361 | 2945 | 344 | 449 | 160 | 333 | 325 | 328 | 169 | 401 | 336 | 2845 | 5,790 |
GoldMen's | 122 | 66.9 | 351 | 374 | 142 | 243 | 422 | 158 | 404 | 490 | 361 | 2945 | 344 | 449 | 130 | 333 | 325 | 328 | 169 | 401 | 336 | 2815 | 5,760 |
FORWARD | 123 | 71.4 | 301 | 331 | 142 | 243 | 422 | 127 | 370 | 439 | 361 | 2736 | 314 | 449 | 130 | 313 | 305 | 328 | 140 | 401 | 336 | 2716 | 5,452 |
Forward | 118 | 66.8 | 301 | 331 | 142 | 243 | 422 | 127 | 370 | 439 | 361 | 2736 | 314 | 449 | 130 | 313 | 305 | 328 | 140 | 401 | 336 | 2716 | 5,452 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 11 | 15 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 14 | 16 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Norbeck Country Club offers 9 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 | 7,019 | 136 | 74.1 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,676 | 133 | 72.6 | 5-15 |
White | 6,356 | 134 | 76.6 | 5-15 |
White | 6,356 | 129 | 71.1 | 5-15 |
White/Gold | 6,004 | 125 | 68.9 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,790 | 128 | 73.5 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,760 | 122 | 66.9 | 12-22 |
FORWARD | 5,452 | 123 | 71.4 | 20-30 |
Forward | 5,452 | 118 | 66.8 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Norbeck Country Club
Norbeck 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
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Norbeck Country Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Norbeck Country Club a public or private golf course?
Norbeck Country Club is a public golf course located in Chevy Chase, MD. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Norbeck Country Club have?
Norbeck Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1954. The course was designed by Alfred H. Tull.
What is the yardage at Norbeck Country Club?
From the White tees, Norbeck Country Club plays to 6,356 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,452 to 7,019 yards.
What is the slope rating at Norbeck Country Club?
The Black tees at Norbeck Country Club have a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 74.1. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Norbeck Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Norbeck Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Norbeck Country Club?
Contact the course directly or call 301-774-7706 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Norbeck Country Club offer?
Norbeck Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Norbeck Country Club located?
Norbeck Country Club is located at 17200 Cashell Rd in Chevy Chase, MD 20853. You can reach them at 301-774-7706.
What is the difficulty level at Norbeck Country Club?
Norbeck Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 136. It plays harder than 65% 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 Norbeck Country Club?
Norbeck Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Black tees (7,019 yards, slope 136) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Forward tees (5,452 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 Norbeck Country Club?
Beginners at Norbeck Country Club should play the Forward tees, which play 5,452 yards with a slope of 118. 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 Norbeck Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White/Gold tees (slope 125, rating 68.9) at Norbeck Country Club has a course handicap of 13, 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 Norbeck Country Club?
A typical round at Norbeck Country 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.