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.
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, $$
OC's best crabcakes — jumbo lump, all crab, no filler. Multiple locations.
Macky's Bayside Bar & Grill — sports bar · Open late
54th Street bar with craft beers, tiki drinks, and a chill bayside vibe
Course-by-Course Guide
Ocean City has 4 courses worth playing.
Where to Stay
Ocean City has 2 group-friendly lodging options in our database, starting at $400/night for the whole house. Several options include hot tubs — a non-negotiable for most groups.
$400–$1800 /night
North OC / Fenwick Island area
$500–$1500 /night
Midtown OC / Boardwalk area
Group Dining Guide
5 restaurants vetted for group golf trips. Several can handle large parties without a reservation headache.
Hooked
$$$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.