Henson Creek Golf Course
Overview
Henson Creek Golf Course is a premier beginner-friendly golf course located in Fort Washington, MD. The Facility opened in 1963, and offers a par 33 9-Hole golf course, driving range, practice green, and a fully stocked golf shop and snack bar.
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9-Hole Golf Course Offers
- Par 33 challenging golf course
- Bermuda grass Fairways / Bent grass greens
- Course plays up to a 2,464 yardage
- Driving Range
- Practice Green
- Beautiful views and scenery
- Clubhouse Offers
- Fully stocked golf shop
- Snack bar
- Restrooms
- Seating up to 30 guests
- Golf Cart/Pull Cart Rentals
Hours of Operation
- Operating Hours
- Daily: 7:30 am-7:30 pm
Important Information
- Only golfers allowed on the golf course (participants only)
- Metal spikes are prohibited
- All play is on a first come first served basis
Accessible Golf
Accessible golf carts are available on our three courses!
We offer accessible golf carts to make the popular sport of golf more available to individuals with mobility impairments. Operated by hand controls, the seat raises and lowers as well as swivels to allow positioning to the ball. The golf bag is mounted to the front for easy access to the clubs.
Availability
The accessible carts are available for use by beginning golfers at the driving range; more experienced golfers may use the carts on the 9-hole course. The fee for use is $7 per round of golf, or free with a bucket of balls at the driving range.
Reservations
Reservations with 24-hour advance notice are required, and may be made by calling:
- Henson Creek Golf Course at 301-567-4646, TTY 301-699-2544
Scorecard & Ratings
- 9 Hole Course, Par 33
- Blue Tees: 2461 Yards, Rating 31.2, Slope 51
- White Tees: 2235 Yards, Rating 30.1, Slope 49
- Red Tees: 1949 Yards, Rating 30.4, Slope 47.5
Download a printable copy of the Henson Creek Scorecard (PDF)
Golf Lessons
Learn to golf or improve your skills with a certified golf professional. Call the Golf Shop to book your time.
- Adult Lesson 30 minutes: $55
- Adult Lesson 30 minutes, 5 Package (five 30-minute lessons): $240
- Adult Lesson 50 minutes: $70
- Adult Lesson 50 minutes, 5 package (five 50-minute lessons): $290
- Junior Lesson 30 minutes: $50
- Junior Lesson 30 minutes, 5 Package (five 30-minute lessons): $215
- Junior Lesson 50 minutes: $50
- Junior Lesson 50 minutes, 5 package (five 50-minute lessons): $265
- Adult Semi-Private Lesson 50 minutes: $60
- Adult Semi-Private Lesson 50 minutes, 5 Package (five 50-minute lessons): $265
- Junior Semi-Private Lesson 50 minutes: $50
- Junior Semi-Private Lesson 50 minutes, 5 package (five 50-minute lessons): $215
Hours of Operation
- Operating Hours
- Daily: 7:30 am-7:30 pm
League Schedule
- Mondays: Spark Golf League – The last 18-hole green fees ticket sold to the public will be at 1 pm and the last 9-hole green fees ticket will be sold at 4:45 pm.
- Tuesdays: Men’s League (Phil Martin) The last 18-hole green fees ticket sold to the public will be at 11 am and the last 9-hole green fees ticket sold to the public will be at 1 pm. Shotgun starts at 3 & 5 pm.
- Thursdays: Senior League (John Wolfe) shotgun starts at 8 am. Course closed to public until 1 pm.
Important Information
- Only golfers allowed on the golf course (participants only)
- Metal spikes are prohibited
- All play is on a first come first served basis
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Current Rates
Current rates are effective April 10, 2023.
Seniors (60 & better), Juniors (17 & Under). All Fees are subject to MD state sales tax(es). Fees and schedules subject to change without notice. Taxes are included in the posted rates.
Driving Range
- Small Bucket: $6
- Medium Bucker: $9
- Large Bucket: $12
Henson Creek Golf Course Memberships
Come join our membership program for the 2023 golf season. This low initiation fee and high savings are the best in the area. Sign up in the golf shop today.
Membership Term: valid April 20, 2023, through March 31, 2024. No Proration Options Available.
MEMBERSHIP PASS
- Access Monday-Sunday
- Annual fee
- Members get 20% off greens and cart fees
- Exclusive access to Member Only events
Players Pass
- $115 (breakeven after 13 plays)
Residents of Prince George’s County Pass
- $80 (breakeven after 9 plays)
Membership Break Even is based off the discount for Weekend Riding.
All Fees are subject to MD state sales tax(es). Fees and schedules subject to change. Taxes included.
SENIOR PASS
- Ages 60 & better
- Annual fee
- Access Monday-Sunday
- Members get 20% off greens and cart fees
- Exclusive access to Member Only events
Senior Players Pass
- $90 (breakeven after 10 plays)
Senior Residents of Prince George’s County Pass
- $75 (breakeven after 8 plays)
Membership Break Even is based off the discount for Weekend Riding.
All Fees are subject to MD state sales tax(es). Fees and schedules subject to change. Taxes included.
Golf Policies
Policies and procedures are in place to govern the way golfers use the course. The purpose is to ensure the quality of the course and enable all golfers to play undisturbed and safely.
It is a player’s responsibility to know and understand the policies of each course prior to stepping on the course. Local course rules will be posted in the Pro shop, on score cards or on signage around the course. Etiquette is the consideration of other golfers.
Upon arrival, check into the Pro shop to pay your fees.
Basic Rules and Regulations
USGA Rules govern all play (except as modified by local rules):
- Balls hit into unplayable water hazards require a dropped ball and a penalty stroke
- Balls not found, require a dropped ball and a penalty stoke
- Do not search for a lost ball for more than 5 minutes
- Four players to a group (No spectators or caddies)
- Free drop from cart paths, ground under repair and out of bounds
- In case of lightning or severe weather, return to the club house
- Make sure no one is in front or behind you when swinging your club
- Make sure you play your own ball
- Observe modified rules for golfers with disabilities
- Play holes in order
- Player farthest from the hole, hits first
- Player with lowest score, hits first on next tee
- Remove flagstick from the hole before putting
No Show Policy
In order to respect our paying customers, M-NCPPC enforces a No Show policy to ensure that reserved Tee Times are either fulfilled or cancelled prior to the scheduled time. Cancellations can be made by calling the Pro Shop or through our online reservation system. No Show policy is enforced according to the following schedule:
1st Infraction
Customer reservation privileges are suspended until such time as they speak with the staff at one of our courses to confirm understanding of the No Show policy. After speaking with staff, your reservation privileges will be re-instated.
3rd Infraction
Customer reservation privileges are suspended for a period of 90 days.
5th Infraction
Customer reservation privileges are suspended for the remainder of the season.
Please note, account suspension only affects reservation. Customers are still allowed to come play on the course, but will not be able to make advance reservations under their name.
Etiquette
- Be quiet and still while other players are about to make their shot.
- Be ready to play when it is your turn.
- Coolers are not permitted. Alcohol may not be brought onto premises.
- Don’t stand close to players about to swing their club.
- Don’t take more than one practice swing.
- Keep golf carts 30 feet from greens and tees.
- Keep pull carts off greens, collars, aprons, and tees.
- No bags on greens.
- Observe cart paths and signs.
- Rake sand traps after play.
- Record your scores honestly.
- Repair ball marks.
- Replace divots.
- Replace flag after play.
- Shirts must be worn at all times. No tank tops or cut-off shorts are allowed.
- Soft spikes required (no metal spikes).
- Stay on pace of play with recommended times.
- Stopping between nines may forfeit your turn on the 10th tee.
- When necessary, allow the group behind to play through.
- Write down scores while on the way to next hole to allow group behind you to approach the green.
- Yell “fore” if a struck ball is heading into other golfers.
Junior Golf
We are proud to offer exciting programs to enable our youth opportunities to learn golf and improve their skills. Learning the game of golf at an early age is much easier than when we are older and once you learn, it can be a lifelong hobby. The game of golf teaches us respect, patience, and concentration – skills we also need for the game of life.
Current programs include:
- First Tee of Greater Washington, DC
- PGA Jr. League
- Operation 36
To receive information about junior golf programs, email golf@pgparks.com with the subject line “Add me to your junior golf mailing list.”
Golf on Social Media
Find out about upcoming programs, course maintenance and more on The Tee Box!
First Tee of Greater Washington, DC (Ages 7-18)
The First Tee started as a way to bring an affordable junior golf program to youth and communities that did not have them. What The First Tee soon discovered was that by blending the rules of the game with life and leadership skills, kids and teens didn’t just learn how to putt – they were learning important values.
The First Tee Mission: To impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values, and promote healthy choices through the game of golf.
First Tee Registration
- To sign up for the First Tee of Greater Washington, DC, go to firstteedc.org
- To view available classes, visit the First Tee Class Schedule page.
- Click on LOG IN to join and then REGISTER by choosing one of the available classes located in Prince George’s County.
PGA Junior League
PGA Jr. League is changing the way golf is learned and played through its fun, team-oriented approach. Taught by professional golf instructors, players will participate in organized team practice sessions and matches held within the league.
- Practice session: once a week
- Team Match: Once a week
- Two-person Format
- Ages vary per league between 8-18
Operation 36
Learning to play golf can be an overwhelming and frustrating experience if you don’t have a clear plan! That is why Operation 36 provides beginners with the most effective developmental programs and technology to learn to play golf. Become a skilled golfer by following a motivating roadmap to shooting Par (36) or better for 9 holes! Spring and fall classes include on-course playing every week!
Learn and Develop Your Skills
- Small group classes are led by trained golf professionals designed to help you develop your skills.
- Fun, engaging classes that include games and training activities to help players improve.
- Coaches use the 6-level curriculum to help guide your long-term development.
- Learn with others of the same skill level in a supportive environment.
- Build friendships that will last a lifetime.
