Bethesda Country Club Maryland
Bethesda Country Club is a par-70 private course in Maryland, playing 6,846 yards from the Green tees with a rating of 73.5 and slope of 136.
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (4 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 2 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,846 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.5 / 136 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Maryland, USA |
| Coordinates | 39.0159, -77.1522 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green | 6,846 | 70 | 73.5 | 136 |
| BLACK | 6,660 | 70 | 72.5 | 130 |
| GOLD | 6,236 | 70 | 70.1 | 127 |
| BLUE | 5,885 | 71 | 74.4 | 126 |
| WHITE | 5,286 | 72 | 71 | 118 |
| BLUE | 5,885 | 71 | 74.4 | 126 |
| Gold | 5,885 | 71 | 77 | 134 |
| WHITE | 5,286 | 72 | 71 | 118 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green 73.5/136 | 335 | 230 | 466 | 520 | 465 | 421 | 384 | 349 | 195 | 3365 | 406 | 579 | 422 | 197 | 396 | 389 | 480 | 203 | 409 | 3481 | 6846 |
| BLACK 72.5/130 | 335 | 214 | 450 | 520 | 445 | 410 | 384 | 349 | 195 | 3302 | 380 | 567 | 422 | 186 | 396 | 362 | 455 | 181 | 409 | 3358 | 6660 |
| GOLD 70.1/127 | 317 | 195 | 430 | 500 | 393 | 390 | 370 | 329 | 173 | 3097 | 366 | 521 | 408 | 151 | 382 | 345 | 415 | 162 | 389 | 3139 | 6236 |
| BLUE 74.4/126 | 303 | 173 | 410 | 484 | 379 | 370 | 356 | 309 | 156 | 2940 | 354 | 484 | 375 | 136 | 367 | 324 | 390 | 143 | 372 | 2945 | 5885 |
| WHITE 71/118 | 275 | 124 | 389 | 432 | 359 | 318 | 316 | 281 | 126 | 2620 | 320 | 442 | 326 | 124 | 323 | 306 | 376 | 109 | 340 | 2666 | 5286 |
| BLUE 74.4/126 | 303 | 173 | 410 | 484 | 379 | 370 | 356 | 309 | 156 | 2940 | 354 | 484 | 375 | 136 | 367 | 324 | 390 | 143 | 372 | 2945 | 5885 |
| Gold 77/134 | 303 | 173 | 410 | 484 | 379 | 370 | 356 | 309 | 156 | 2940 | 354 | 484 | 375 | 136 | 367 | 324 | 390 | 143 | 372 | 2945 | 5885 |
| WHITE 71/118 | 275 | 124 | 389 | 432 | 359 | 318 | 316 | 281 | 126 | 2620 | 320 | 442 | 326 | 124 | 323 | 306 | 376 | 109 | 340 | 2666 | 5286 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 9 | 15 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 7 | 13 | 17 | 8 | 2 | 10 | 18 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 14 | 4 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Multiply your handicap index by 28 and add it to par. If the result exceeds the total yardage divided by 100, move up one tee.
Handicap 0-10: Green (6,846 yards, 73.5/136)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 2 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 4 (par 5, 520 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: GOLD (6,236 yards, 70.1/127)
This tee gives you a realistic chance to reach greens in regulation without brutal carries. Course management is key. Identify trouble spots and plan your misses to the safe side. Use the strokes gained data to find where you're leaving shots on the table.
Handicap 20+: WHITE (5,286 yards, 71/118)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 9 (126 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. At 520 yards from the back tees, this par 5 is a true three-shot hole for most golfers.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 197 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 579 yards. Reachable in two for scratch golfers but a true three-shot hole for most. The smart play is two accurate shots to within wedge range.
The shortest par 3 at 195 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #3 handicap hole. A 466-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Bethesda Country Club?
Bethesda Country Club has a course rating of 73.5 and slope of 136 from the back tees. From the WHITE tees, the rating is 71 with a slope of 118.
How long is Bethesda Country Club?
From the back tees, Bethesda Country Club plays 6,846 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 2 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Bethesda Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 4, a 520-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Bethesda Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Green tees (6,846 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the WHITE tees (5,286 yards).
Is Bethesda Country Club public or private?
Bethesda Country Club is a private golf course in Maryland. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near Bethesda Country Club?
Nearby courses include River Bend Golf Course, Washington Golf and Country Club (Arlington), Westwood Country Club, Trump National Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for Bethesda Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Bethesda Country Club with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
Does Bethesda Country Club have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs a 1,000-shot Monte Carlo simulation on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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