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Hardest Golf Courses in Montgomery, Maryland

The 24 most challenging golf courses in Montgomery, Maryland, ranked by maximum slope rating. Tee-by-tee yardage, slope, and course rating for every course.

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Ranked list of hardest golf courses in Montgomery

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1
Four Streams Golf Club
Clarksburg
144
2
Argyle Country Club
Silver Spring
143
3
Columbia Country Club
Chevy Chase
139
4
Manor Country Club
Chevy Chase
139
5
Montgomery Country Club
Laytonsville
137
6
Blue Mash Golf Course
Laytonsville
137
7
Chevy Chase Club
Chevy Chase
137
8
Bethesda Country Club
Bethesda
136
9
Montgomery Village Golf Club
Gaithersburg
136
10
Woodmont Country Club
Rockville
136
11
Norbeck Country Club
Chevy Chase
136
12
Lakewood Country Club
Rockville
135
13
Hampshire Greens Golf Course
Silver Spring
134
14
Little Bennett Golf Course
Clarksburg
131
15
Rattlewood Golf Course
Clarksburg
131
16
Redgate Golf Course
Rockville
130
17
Bretton Woods Golf Course
Bethesda
128
18
Burning Tree Country Club
Bethesda
127
19
Poolesville Golf Course
Clarksburg
127
20
Falls Road Golf Course
Bethesda
126
21
Laytonsville Golf Course
Laytonsville
123
22
Needwood Golf Course
Derwood
122
23
Sligo Golf Course
Silver Spring
112
24
Leisure World Golf Course
Silver Spring
109

Montgomery Golf Course Rankings FAQ

What is the hardest golf course in Montgomery, Maryland?

Four Streams Golf Club in Clarksburg is currently the hardest golf course in Montgomery based on slope (slope rating 144).

How many ranked golf courses are in Montgomery, Maryland?

45 golf courses in Montgomery are catalogued in Stymie's directory. This ranking page shows the top 24 by slope.

How are the rankings calculated?

Rankings use the USGA slope rating from each course's most difficult tee set. Slope measures relative difficulty for a bogey golfer versus a scratch golfer, on a scale from 55 (easiest) to 155 (most challenging). A slope of 113 is average.

Can I book a tee time at these Montgomery courses?

Yes. Each course name links to its Stymie page with scorecard, reviews, architect info, and booking options. Set a tee time alert to be notified when availability opens.