Paint Branch Golf Course

Paint Branch Golf Course is a 9-hole public golf course in College Park, Maryland, designed by Ed Ault and built in 1964. Green fees run $20.00 on weekdays and $25.00 on weekends. The layout features Winter Rye fairways and Bent Grass greens, 11-20 bunkers, water hazards in play. The course is open year-round, soft spikes required. The course handles approximately 50,000 rounds per year, serving the local College Park golf community. Paint Branch Golf Course welcomes visitors and locals alike as one of the area’s accessible daily-fee options in College Park, Maryland.

Contact Details

4690 University Blvd
College Park, Maryland 20740
301-935-0330

Course Information

Course CityCollege Park
Course CountyPrince George’s
Course StateMaryland
Course ClassificationPublic
Course Built1964
Course Annual Rounds50,000
Course SeasonOpen all year
Course ManagerRod Smith
Course Club ProAlan Loreg
Course SuperintendantLee Vargo
Course Guest PolicyOpen
Course DesignerEd Ault
Course Shop Hours6:30 AM / N/A
Course Dress CodeNo tank tops or cutoffs
Course Weekend Fees$25.00
Course Weekday Fees$20.00
Course Tee ReservationN/A N/A
Course Holes9
Course GreenBent Grass
Course FairwayWinter Rye
Course Water HazardYes
Course Bunker11-20
Course Metal SpikeNot Allowed
Course Greens AeratedMay September
Course OverseedingSeptember/Open
Course Five-somesNot Allowed

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to play at Paint Branch Golf Course?

It costs $25.00 to play at Paint Branch Golf Course on the weekend and $20.00 to play on weekdays.

What is the grass type used on the course?

The grass type used on the greens at Paint Branch Golf Course is Bent Grass and the grass type used on the fairways is Winter Rye.

What is the dress code at Paint Branch Golf Course?

The dress code at Paint Branch Golf Course is No tank tops or cutoffs.

How many rounds of golf are played at Paint Branch Golf Course each year?

There are an estimated 50,000 rounds of golf played at Paint Branch Golf Course each year.

Does Paint Branch Golf Course have water hazards?

Yes, there are water hazards on the Paint Branch Golf Course course.

Does Paint Branch Golf Course have sand bunkers?

Yes, there are 11-20 sand bunkers located on the Paint Branch Golf Course course.

When are the greens aerated at Paint Branch Golf Course?

Aeration is needed to keep the greens healthy and involves placing small holes in the greens to allow air, water, and nutrients to reach the roots. The greens at Paint Branch Golf Course are aerated in May and September.