Rattlewood Golf Course
About Rattlewood Golf Course
Rattlewood Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Clarksburg, Maryland (21771). The course was designed by Brian Ault and established in 1995. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,501 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 71.4.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 131, Rattlewood 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 9 tee sets ranging from 4,384 to 6,501 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
6,501
Slope
131
Rating
71.4
Course Difficulty Analysis
131
This Course
133
MD Average
113
US Average
Based on 163 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 | 131 | 71.4 | 385 | 440 | 528 | 180 | 398 | 347 | 359 | 143 | 551 | 3331 | 521 | 341 | 224 | 527 | 340 | 301 | 173 | 390 | 353 | 3170 | 6,501 |
White | 122 | 75.8 | 356 | 416 | 497 | 174 | 371 | 301 | 347 | 135 | 539 | 3136 | 502 | 323 | 209 | 503 | 315 | 265 | 155 | 373 | 323 | 2968 | 6,104 |
White | 127 | 69.5 | 356 | 416 | 497 | 174 | 371 | 301 | 347 | 135 | 539 | 3136 | 502 | 323 | 209 | 503 | 315 | 265 | 155 | 373 | 323 | 2968 | 6,104 |
Gold | 118 | 73.7 | 345 | 401 | 462 | 162 | 359 | 295 | 309 | 107 | 530 | 2970 | 472 | 315 | 190 | 453 | 304 | 247 | 112 | 357 | 305 | 2755 | 5,725 |
Gold | 124 | 67.8 | 345 | 401 | 462 | 162 | 359 | 295 | 309 | 107 | 530 | 2970 | 472 | 315 | 190 | 453 | 304 | 247 | 112 | 357 | 305 | 2755 | 5,725 |
MISGA | 120 | 67.1 | 345 | 360 | 435 | 162 | 359 | 295 | 309 | 125 | 450 | 2840 | 472 | 315 | 150 | 453 | 304 | 247 | 125 | 357 | 305 | 2728 | 5,568 |
Red | 113 | 69.9 | 296 | 357 | 435 | 142 | 305 | 245 | 301 | 102 | 442 | 2625 | 405 | 290 | 145 | 445 | 263 | 233 | 112 | 313 | 261 | 2467 | 5,092 |
Red | 117 | 64.7 | 296 | 357 | 435 | 142 | 305 | 245 | 301 | 102 | 442 | 2625 | 405 | 290 | 145 | 445 | 263 | 233 | 112 | 313 | 261 | 2467 | 5,092 |
Forward | 100 | 65.7 | 235 | 300 | 350 | 125 | 306 | 245 | 250 | 102 | 370 | 2283 | 300 | 250 | 111 | 369 | 263 | 175 | 112 | 260 | 261 | 2101 | 4,384 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 7 | 5 | 15 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 2 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 8 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Rattlewood Golf Course offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,501 | 131 | 71.4 | 5-15 |
White | 6,104 | 122 | 75.8 | 12-22 |
White | 6,104 | 127 | 69.5 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,725 | 118 | 73.7 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,725 | 124 | 67.8 | 12-22 |
MISGA | 5,568 | 120 | 67.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,092 | 113 | 69.9 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,092 | 117 | 64.7 | 20-30 |
Forward | 4,384 | 100 | 65.7 | 25+ |
Amenities at Rattlewood Golf Course
Rattlewood Golf Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Rattlewood Golf Course. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rattlewood Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Rattlewood Golf Course is a public golf course located in Clarksburg, MD. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Rattlewood Golf Course have?expand_more
Rattlewood Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1995. The course was designed by Brian Ault.
What is the yardage at Rattlewood Golf Course?expand_more
From the White tees, Rattlewood Golf Course plays to 6,104 yards (par 73). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,384 to 6,501 yards.
What is the slope rating at Rattlewood Golf Course?expand_more
The Blue tees at Rattlewood Golf Course have a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 71.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Rattlewood Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Rattlewood Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Rattlewood Golf Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Rattlewood Golf Course. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Rattlewood Golf Course offer?expand_more
Rattlewood Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Rattlewood Golf Course located?expand_more
Rattlewood Golf Course is located at 13501 Penn Shop Rd in Clarksburg, MD 21771. You can reach them at 301-607-9000.
What is the difficulty level at Rattlewood Golf Course?expand_more
Rattlewood Golf Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 131. It plays harder than 38% 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 Rattlewood Golf Course?expand_more
Rattlewood Golf Course offers 9 tee sets. Blue tees (6,501 yards, slope 131) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Forward tees (4,384 yards, slope 100) 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 Rattlewood Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Rattlewood Golf Course should play the Forward tees, which play 4,384 yards with a slope of 100. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Rattlewood Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 124, rating 67.8) at Rattlewood Golf Course would have a course handicap of 12 and an expected score of approximately 84. This is calculated using the USGA 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 Rattlewood Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Rattlewood 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.