Avenel Course
Potomac, MD, USA




TPC Avenel, carved into the rolling landscape of Potomac, Maryland, bears the distinction of a course that has tested legends and witnessed evolving architectural philosophies. Originally a 1980s era Ed Ault design, it embraced a parkland aesthetic characterized by mature trees framing generous fairways, demanding strategic approaches to undulating greens. Subsequent renovations led by Steve Wenzloff and later Andrew Green, transformed Avenel, shifting its identity and emphasizing a more challenging, strategically diverse experience. It's a layout that now favors players who can shape shots, navigating doglegs and utilizing the subtly contoured fairways to gain optimal angles into the greens. The course served as the long-time host of the Booz Allen Classic (formerly Kemper Open) for two decades, witnessing victories from golf's elite. While not often mentioned among the nation's most celebrated courses, TPC Avenel holds a special place in the region’s golf landscape. Beyond the course itself, Avenel has long been a hub for the Washington D.C. area's business and political circles. Its location a short drive from the nation's capital imbues the club with a distinct atmosphere, fostering a blend of competitive golf and power networking.
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Private column compares member-only and guest-restricted courses.
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Best in USA
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Best in MD
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8.3
73 players
First shot golf course. And can’t say that enough. Hard and engaging.
Steadily improved over the years.
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FAQ
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Avenel has a Course Vaults score of 8.3 out of 10 based on 40 explicit golfer ratings.
Avenel was designed by Ed Ault, Tom Clark, Stephen Wenzloff, Jim Hardy, and MacCurrach Golf.
Avenel is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Avenel is 71.
Avenel plays 7,139 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Avenel is 140.