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Value
4.4
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.1
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7004 yards
Slope 122
Rating 72.4

Editor's Note: Course closed for business on 01/31/2019.

There are two 18-hole championship golf courses available at the Bay Club in Berlin, which is conveniently situated just a few miles outside of Ocean City. Both the East and West Courses are routed through mature woodlands and incorporate 426 acres of lakes and wetlands, both man-made and natural. The East Course was the second course at the club, added in 1999. Measuring just over 7,000 yards, it is the longer of the two golf courses but only by about 50 yards. While the original West Course may be famous for its signature island green hole, dubbed "Devil's Island," the East also boasts an island green. The "Paradise Island" green may not be as dramatic but it is certainly still a challenge. The golf course is also known for being one of the only courses in the area to feature tour-quality Zoysia grass fairways.

Course Details

Year Built 1999
Fairways Zoysia
Greens Bent
Golf Season Year round
Architect Charles Priestley

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Maryland (2018 #7)

Reviews

4.1
107 Reviews (107)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 12
Brunch 6
Watching the Game 6
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 17
Bunkers 16
Forced Carries 11
This course/club is great for:
Locals 15
Playing Multiple Courses 15
Advanced Golfers 11
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 14
Worth the Drive 12
Near Local Attractions 10

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Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

Bay Club-East and West

Even with the 2 inches of rain they had the night before the course was in very good condition. I love playing both courses as they are quite different and challenging. Staff is always super friendly and I can roll thru 36 holes in about 5 hours on a sunday afternoon.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 65
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played

Hottest day of the year

Greens recently aerated so putting was not fun. Some of the tee boxes needed to be mowed. But for the most part average for what we paid.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

First time played

Was recommended by staff after playing West course. Did not disappoint. Very well maintained and close to Ocean City.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

First time play

Excellent course near Ocean City. Very well maintained and nice course to play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Bay Club East

Fair condition for a fair price. Tee boxes need a lot of work as well as some fairways. Greens ok.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great Course

Played at 11:30 and the course wasn't crowded at all. This course is more geared towards the amateur golfer, however can even challenge the more experienced. Tee boxes were rough in spots but the fairways and greens were incredible. The staff is very polite and the pace of play is more than adequate.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Fair weather
Used cart

9 & 9

Ended up playing both back 9s, because of flooding on the course. Was an understandable cart path only kind of day. Was heading to Ocean City, MD and decided to play before checking in.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

West Course

The course is very nicely kept. It is a relatively short course when playing from the White tees. The tee area on some holes could use a bit of maintenance but the rest of the course is immaculate. The few holes where water is in play make it a bit challenging on a relatively easy course. Not crowded at all. Show up and start. This is the perfect course for the 5 time a year player.. like myself. . and a beginner...I think that if you have a low handicap and played from the White tees...par is very attainable.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Average Course

Played the East course at the Bay Club. Not sure what we were expecting but I guess a little more. The fairways they advertise are nice. Tee boxes are average at best. The rough can be very spotty, some area's with grass other area bare spots.
The design - how to describe ? Well there are definitely no blind shots. In fact there are 17 holes exactly the same of varying degrees of length. one par 5 has a slight dog leg. If you are looking for a wide open , vanilla course that plays easy then this is for you.
P.S. - greens in nice shape but very slow.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

will return

very nice course, STAFF WAS OUTSTANDING!!!!
two 18 hole courses in one location, both are challenging for the mid-handicapper.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 109
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Zoysia fairways

Some holes need work. Last time I played here, 2 years ago, course was in better condition.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 27
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Love the Zoysia!

I love to play the fairways on this course. The ball is like on a tee for all fairway shots. Course is in good conditions and on a Friday afternoon, two of us played in about 3 hours! It was great!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

Always enjoyable.

Golf friendly. These two courses, East and West, are very fair. The course's are always in great condition. From beginning to end, the entire crew are excellent to do business with. I have the highest regard for all.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Short but nice

Short, challenging course. Greens were a little slow , but challenging. Fairways in great shape, tee boxes could use some tlc.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good Value

The course was well kept and staffed well. It was not too challenging but it did have its moments. Only compliant would be the tee boxes were not well groomed.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 20
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good course for the price

Some very tough par 4's from the blue tees! Overall good condition. Better discriptions of holes would help, water comes into play on several holes with very little help showing that.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great vacation course for mid week.

Greens were a little slow, rolled true. The course was in great shape. That combined with no wait led to 27 holes.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great course!

Excellent course for the price. Not too difficult, but still left some challenging shots. Many picturesque greens surrounded by water. Would highly recommend the course, and plan on playing again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Bay Club

Great course play white and black tees. Black tees make this a great to play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 30
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

prepare to be challenged

The greens are small and deceptive. They were fast the day I played. A few water hazards are not shown on the course map so look carefully before hitting.
If you get off the fairway be prepared to hunt.
Though I played poorly it was an enjoyable round

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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