Best Public Golf Courses in Columbia, Maryland

What makes a public course "best" in Columbia? 7 non-member courses qualify; the top 5 below average n/a★.

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Ranked courses

  1. 1

    Columbia Country Club

    2500 Fairway Drive, Columbia, MD, Columbia, MD 21723
  2. 2

    Columbia Golf Course

    500 Fairway Drive, Columbia, MD, Columbia, MD 21895
  3. 3

    Columbia Hills Golf Club

    500 Tournament Drive, Columbia, MD, Columbia, MD 20774
  4. 4

    Columbia Municipal Golf Course

    500 Championship Drive, Columbia, MD, Columbia, MD 21362
  5. 5

    Columbia Oaks Golf Club

    100 Championship Drive, Columbia, MD, Columbia, MD 21790
  6. 6

    Columbia Resort Golf Club

    200 Country Club Road, Columbia, MD, Columbia, MD 20808
  7. 7

    Hobbit's Glen Golf Club

    2020 by Howard, Columbia, MD 21044

Frequently Asked Questions

How many public golf courses are in Columbia, Maryland?▾
FairwayRadar lists every public, municipal, semi-private, and resort course open to non-member play in Columbia, Maryland. Counts update daily as we verify access policies.
What's the best public golf course in Columbia?▾
Our top-ranked public course in Columbia is the highest-rated by Google reviews. See the ranked list above for current standings — rankings shift as new reviews come in.
Are tee times required at public courses in Columbia?▾
Most public courses in Columbia accept tee times 1–14 days in advance. Walk-ons are typically allowed on weekdays but rarely on weekend mornings. Click any course for its booking link and phone number.
What do public golf courses cost in Columbia?▾
Green fees in Columbia vary by course and time of day. The ranked list above shows weekday and weekend rate ranges where available. Twilight rates (typically after 2pm) run 30–50% below morning prices.
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