Prospect Bay Country Club
Course at a glance
Prospect Bay Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Grasonville, Maryland (21638). The course was designed by Lindsay Ervin and opened in 1980. From the Blue tees, Prospect Bay Country Club plays to 6,659 yards at par 72. The course offers 11 sets of tees ranging from 3,929 to 6,659 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 71.6, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 45% 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 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Prospect Bay Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Prospect Bay Country Club
Prospect Bay Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Grasonville, Maryland (21638). The course was designed by Lindsay Ervin and established in 1980. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,659 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 71.6.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 132, Prospect Bay Country Club 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 11 tee sets ranging from 3,929 to 6,659 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
6,659
Slope
131
Rating
71.6
Course Difficulty Analysis
132
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 | 131 | 71.6 | 490 | 324 | 182 | 556 | 368 | 400 | 221 | 310 | 379 | 3230 | 420 | 368 | 182 | 583 | 346 | 156 | 356 | 428 | 590 | 3429 | 6,659 |
Blue/White | 129 | 70.8 | 490 | 324 | 182 | 556 | 368 | 370 | 206 | 310 | 379 | 3185 | 420 | 368 | 182 | 519 | 346 | 156 | 356 | 408 | 516 | 3271 | 6,456 |
White | 126 | 69.6 | 473 | 303 | 169 | 549 | 352 | 370 | 206 | 295 | 355 | 3072 | 401 | 356 | 157 | 519 | 290 | 147 | 330 | 408 | 516 | 3124 | 6,196 |
White/Gold | 123 | 68.3 | 473 | 303 | 169 | 472 | 352 | 336 | 165 | 295 | 355 | 2920 | 401 | 356 | 157 | 519 | 290 | 147 | 330 | 373 | 447 | 3020 | 5,940 |
Gold (F) | 132 | 73.3 | 450 | 292 | 146 | 472 | 332 | 336 | 165 | 282 | 305 | 2780 | 396 | 346 | 148 | 510 | 285 | 128 | 290 | 373 | 447 | 2923 | 5,703 |
Gold | 119 | 67.1 | 450 | 292 | 146 | 472 | 332 | 336 | 165 | 282 | 305 | 2780 | 396 | 346 | 148 | 510 | 285 | 128 | 290 | 373 | 447 | 2923 | 5,703 |
Silver/Gold (F) | 127 | 71.1 | 401 | 292 | 146 | 472 | 272 | 336 | 165 | 234 | 305 | 2623 | 309 | 346 | 148 | 440 | 285 | 128 | 290 | 286 | 447 | 2679 | 5,302 |
Gold/Silver | 112 | 65.2 | 401 | 292 | 146 | 472 | 272 | 336 | 165 | 234 | 305 | 2623 | 309 | 346 | 148 | 440 | 285 | 128 | 290 | 286 | 447 | 2679 | 5,302 |
Silver | 108 | 64.1 | 401 | 254 | 139 | 465 | 272 | 331 | 128 | 234 | 300 | 2524 | 309 | 245 | 140 | 440 | 280 | 128 | 284 | 286 | 440 | 2552 | 5,076 |
Silver (F) | 124 | 69.7 | 401 | 254 | 139 | 465 | 272 | 331 | 128 | 234 | 266 | 2490 | 309 | 245 | 140 | 440 | 280 | 128 | 284 | 286 | 440 | 2552 | 5,042 |
Green (F) | 103 | 63.3 | 298 | 153 | 139 | 400 | 181 | 240 | 128 | 144 | 200 | 1883 | 230 | 215 | 140 | 373 | 181 | 104 | 165 | 258 | 380 | 2046 | 3,929 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 10 | 18 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 3 | 11 | 15 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 7 | 5 | 1 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Prospect Bay Country Club offers 11 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 | 6,659 | 131 | 71.6 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 6,456 | 129 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
White | 6,196 | 126 | 69.6 | 12-22 |
White/Gold | 5,940 | 123 | 68.3 | 12-22 |
Gold (F) | 5,703 | 132 | 73.3 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,703 | 119 | 67.1 | 12-22 |
Silver/Gold (F) | 5,302 | 127 | 71.1 | 20-30 |
Gold/Silver | 5,302 | 112 | 65.2 | 20-30 |
Silver | 5,076 | 108 | 64.1 | 20-30 |
Silver (F) | 5,042 | 124 | 69.7 | 20-30 |
Green (F) | 3,929 | 103 | 63.3 | 25+ |
Amenities at Prospect Bay Country Club
Prospect Bay 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 Prospect Bay 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 Prospect Bay Country Club a public or private golf course?
Prospect Bay Country Club is a private golf course located in Grasonville, MD. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Prospect Bay Country Club have?
Prospect Bay Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1980. The course was designed by Lindsay Ervin.
What is the yardage at Prospect Bay Country Club?
From the Blue/White tees, Prospect Bay Country Club plays to 6,456 yards (par 72). The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 3,929 to 6,659 yards.
What is the slope rating at Prospect Bay Country Club?
The Blue tees at Prospect Bay Country Club have a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 71.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Prospect Bay Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Prospect Bay Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Prospect Bay Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.prospectbay.com/ or call 410-827-6924 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Prospect Bay Country Club offer?
Prospect Bay Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Prospect Bay Country Club located?
Prospect Bay Country Club is located at 311-A Prospect Bay Dr W in Grasonville, MD 21638. You can reach them at 410-827-6924.
What is the difficulty level at Prospect Bay Country Club?
Prospect Bay Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 132. It plays harder than 45% 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 Prospect Bay Country Club?
Prospect Bay Country Club offers 11 tee sets. Blue tees (6,659 yards, slope 131) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Green (F) tees (3,929 yards, slope 103) 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 Prospect Bay Country Club?
Beginners at Prospect Bay Country Club should play the Green (F) tees, which play 3,929 yards with a slope of 103. 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 Prospect Bay Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold tees (slope 119, rating 67.1) at Prospect Bay Country Club has a course handicap of 11, 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 Prospect Bay Country Club?
A typical round at Prospect Bay 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.