
Challedon Course
The Links at Challedon


About this course
The Links at Challedon occupies rolling terrain in Mount Airy, a town in the piedmont region of north-central Maryland, roughly equidistant between Baltimore and Frederick. Designed by Brian Ault and opened in the late 1990s, the course takes its name from the thoroughbred racehorse Challedon, a Maryland-bred champion who won Horse of the Year honors in 1939 and 1940. The property reflects the agricultural character common to this part of Carroll County, with the routing working across open meadowland and through stands of mature hardwoods. Ault, a Mid-Atlantic architect whose portfolio includes numerous daily-fee and semi-private courses in Maryland and neighboring states, shaped Challedon to accommodate a range of skill levels while incorporating the natural movement of the land. The layout features elevation changes that provide variety in shot-making and sightlines, with several holes playing along ridgelines or down into valleys. Water comes into play on a handful of holes, typically in the form of ponds or small streams that cross fairways or guard greens. The course serves as a public-access facility, drawing players from the Baltimore-Washington corridor as well as local residents. Its location along the I-70 corridor makes it a convenient option for golfers traveling between metropolitan areas or seeking courses in the Maryland piedmont. The design emphasizes playability for everyday golfers while offering enough length and strategic interest to challenge more accomplished players.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in MD
Quick facts
- Location
- Mount Airy, MD, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1996
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Brian Ault
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,709 yards
- Difficulty
- 76/136
- Course Vaults score
- 6.6
FAQ
Common questions about Challedon
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Challedon has a Course Vaults score of 6.6 out of 10 based on 28 logged golfers.
Challedon was designed by Brian Ault.
Yes. Challedon is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Challedon is 72.
Challedon plays 6,709 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Challedon is 136.




