Ocean City Golf Trip Planning Guide
Ocean City Maryland delivers a classic East Coast beach golf trip with well-maintained courses, a 3-mile boardwalk, and a deep bar scene. Play resort courses through coastal marshland, spend afternoons on the beach or at the fishing pier, and hit the strip for bar-hopping at night. It is affordable, accessible, and built for groups who want golf plus a party.
4 courses · 5 restaurants · 4 bars · 5 activities
Quick Facts
Spring, Summer, Fall
SBY (30 min drive)
$49–$119
$400/night
0 of 4
~$368/person
Sample 3-Day Itinerary
Here's a realistic 3-day itinerary for a group golf trip to Ocean City. Every venue below is real and pulled from our curated database — no filler.
Day 1
Lighthouse Sound Golf Course — links, $65–$109 · 4.6★
Arthur Hills design through coastal marshland with Assawoman Bay views on nearly every hole
Hooked — seafood, $$$
Upscale seafood on 81st Street with creative coastal dishes and a strong cocktail program
Seacrets — tiki · Open late
Jamaica-themed mega-bar complex on the bay — multiple bars, live music, DJs, and a sand beach. THE OC nightlife destination.
Day 2
Rum Pointe Seaside Golf Links — links, $69–$119 · 4.5★
Pete Dye/P.B. Dye design with Sinepuxent Bay views — the best public course near OC with true links character
Deep Sea Fishing Charter — half day, $80–$150/pp
OC is the White Marlin Capital of the World — charter out of the inlet for marlin, tuna, and mahi
Fager's Island — upscale, $$$
Bayside fine dining with sunset views, live music, and a famous Sunday brunch — the see-and-be-seen spot
Fish Tales Bar & Grill — patio · Open late
Boardwalk bar with live music, bay views, and a party atmosphere — great for groups
Day 3
Glen Riddle Golf Club - War Admiral — parkland, $59–$105 · 4.5★
Rick Jacobson design through mature pines and wetlands — tournament conditioning at a public price
OC Boardwalk & Amusements — 2-3 hours, $15–$40/pp
Classic boardwalk with go-karts, rides, mini golf, and funnel cakes — cheesy fun
Crabcake Factory — seafood, $$
OC's best crabcakes — jumbo lump, all crab, no filler. Multiple locations.
Macky's Bayside Bar & Grill — sports bar · Open late
54th Street bar with craft beers, tiki drinks, and a chill bayside vibe
Course-by-Course Guide
Ocean City has 4 courses worth playing.
Rum Pointe Seaside Golf Links
PremiumPete Dye/P.B. Dye design with Sinepuxent Bay views — the best public course near OC with true links character
Lighthouse Sound Golf Course
PremiumArthur Hills design through coastal marshland with Assawoman Bay views on nearly every hole
Eagle's Landing Golf Course
SolidClive Clark design with dramatic water carries and coastal wind — excellent value for the quality
Glen Riddle Golf Club - War Admiral
PremiumRick Jacobson design through mature pines and wetlands — tournament conditioning at a public price
Where to Stay
Ocean City has 2 group-friendly lodging options in our database, starting at $400/night for the whole house. Several options include hot tubs — a non-negotiable for most groups.
$400–$1800/night
Sleeps 12–20 · North OC / Fenwick Island area
$500–$1500/night
Sleeps 10–16 · Midtown OC / Boardwalk area
Group Dining Guide
5 restaurants vetted for group golf trips. Several can handle large parties without a reservation headache.
Hooked
$$$Upscale seafood on 81st Street with creative coastal dishes and a strong cocktail program
Fager's Island
$$$Bayside fine dining with sunset views, live music, and a famous Sunday brunch — the see-and-be-seen spot
Crabcake Factory
$$OC's best crabcakes — jumbo lump, all crab, no filler. Multiple locations.
Fractured Prune Donuts
$Build-your-own hot donuts — essential morning-after fuel for the group
Ruth's Chris Steak House
$$$$Four private dining rooms accommodating 5-150 guests with USDA Prime steaks sizzling on 500-degree plates
Nightlife
4 bars curated for groups. 4 stay open past midnight.
Seacrets
Late NightJamaica-themed mega-bar complex on the bay — multiple bars, live music, DJs, and a sand beach. THE OC nightlife destination.
Fish Tales Bar & Grill
Late NightBoardwalk bar with live music, bay views, and a party atmosphere — great for groups
Macky's Bayside Bar & Grill
Late Night54th Street bar with craft beers, tiki drinks, and a chill bayside vibe
Pickles Pub
Late Night706 Philadelphia Ave sports bar — big screens, buckets of beer, and a rowdy crowd
Activities Beyond Golf
5 off-course activities for rest days or afternoons.
Deep Sea Fishing Charter
OC is the White Marlin Capital of the World — charter out of the inlet for marlin, tuna, and mahi
OC Boardwalk & Amusements
Classic boardwalk with go-karts, rides, mini golf, and funnel cakes — cheesy fun
OC Brewing Company
Local craft brewery with tours, tastings, and a solid taproom scene
Kayaking the Back Bays
Paddle through the Assawoman Bay — spot dolphins, herons, and osprey in the marshes
Axe Throwing OC
Competitive axe throwing with group tournaments — BYOB at some locations
Getting There
Fly into Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport (SBY) — it's a 30-minute drive to Ocean City. For groups of 8+, consider booking a shuttle or party bus from the airport (local providers include OC Party Bus and Shore Transit Limo). Renting two SUVs usually works for groups of 4-8.