Richland Golf Club in Middletown, Maryland is 35 minutes from the DC Beltway via I-270 North to I-70 West. No toll roads, no surface traffic. Public 18-hole championship course, bent grass greens, green fees starting at $40. Richland is the closest full-service public course heading northwest out of DC.
How Far Is Richland Golf Club from Washington DC?
Richland Golf Club sits at 50 Glenbrook Drive, Middletown, MD 21769, approximately 45 miles from the DC Beltway (I-495). The drive from I-495 runs I-270 North to I-70 West, exiting at Myersville Road toward Middletown. Total drive time from the Beltway is 35 minutes under normal conditions. From downtown DC, add 15 to 20 minutes depending on Beltway traffic. From Northern Virginia, I-495 to I-270 to I-70 is the same route from the opposite direction, typically 40 to 50 minutes.
I-270 climbs out of the DC suburbs into farm country. Reach Middletown Valley and the Catoctin Mountains come into view. The course is visible from Route 40-Alt.
What Do Green Fees Cost Near DC?
Public courses within 20 miles of DC charge $80 to $140 for weekend tee times. Courses at the 30-to-40-mile mark drop to $55 to $100. Richland, at 35 minutes from the Beltway, starts at $40 on weekdays and $74 on weekends for walking. Range balls are included in every green fee. Most courses in the $70-to-$100 range charge an extra $8 to $15 for the driving range.
| Day / Time | Walking | With Cart |
|---|---|---|
| Mon–Thu | $47 | $67 |
| Friday | $47 | $67 |
| Sat–Sun (before noon) | $74 | $94 |
| Twilight (5 PM+) | $21 | $41 |
Senior golfers 55 and older pay $55 with cart on weekdays, $12 less than the standard rate. Twilight rounds after 5 PM run $21 walking, open to anyone, and fit an after-work drive from DC.
About the Course
Richland Golf Club is a Rick Jacobson-designed par-72 championship course. From the Blue tees it plays 6,416 yards with a 71.4 rating and 134 slope. The course crosses rolling Frederick County countryside with Catoctin Mountain views throughout. Bent grass covers tees, fairways, and greens. Most courses at this price point grow bermuda or a blend. Water comes into play on six holes. The 15th plays to an island green.
Four tee options run from 5,105 yards (Red) to 6,751 yards (Gold). The slope of 141 from the Gold tees makes it one of the harder public courses in the region, though shorter tees keep it accessible.
What to Do After the Round
Valley Sports Grill is on the property, a full restaurant and bar open to the public. You finish 18 holes and walk in. The menu covers burgers, sandwiches, and bar food. The bar runs full liquor, beer, and wine.
Middletown itself is a small historic town worth a short visit. The drive back to DC on I-70 and I-270 is straightforward. Leaving the course by 3 PM on a weekday puts you back inside the Beltway before rush hour peaks.
How to Book a Tee Time
Book online at richlandgolfclub.com or call 301-371-0400. The course is open seven days a week. First tee times start around 7 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM on weekends. Richland is fully public. No membership required.
Groups can book corporate outing packages with shotgun starts and on-course catering. Call 301-371-0400 or email Ed@richlandgolfclub.com for a group rate quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Richland Golf Club from Washington DC?
Richland Golf Club at 50 Glenbrook Drive, Middletown, MD is approximately 35 minutes from the DC Beltway (I-495) via I-270 North to I-70 West. The drive is about 45 miles. From downtown DC, total travel time is typically 45 to 55 minutes depending on Beltway conditions.
Do you need a membership to play golf near DC at Richland?
No. Richland is fully public. No registration required. Call the same day or book online.
Is Richland Golf Club worth the drive from DC?
Bent grass greens, Catoctin Mountain views, and an on-site restaurant are what private clubs near DC charge $120 and up to provide. Richland delivers the same at $67 with cart on a weekday.
Plan Your DC Golf Day Trip
35 minutes from the DC Beltway. Public course. Green fees from $40. Range balls included.