Fountain Head at Fountain Head Country Club

Fountain Head Country Club in Hagerstown, Maryland, occupies rolling terrain in the Cumberland Valley of western Maryland. The course was designed by Donald Ross and opened in the mid-1920s, part of the prolific architect's extensive portfolio across the Mid-Atlantic region. Ross routed the layout to take advantage of the natural contours of the land, incorporating elevation changes and strategic bunkering characteristic of his design philosophy. The property features mature tree-lined fairways and greens with the subtle undulations and crowned surfaces that define Ross's work.

The course reflects Ross's emphasis on strategic variety rather than overwhelming length, requiring thoughtful club selection and accurate approach play. Greens are typically elevated and well-defended by bunkers positioned to challenge both aggressive and conservative lines of play. The routing moves through varied topography, with several holes playing across slopes and others utilizing natural ridges and valleys to create visual interest and strategic options.

Fountain Head serves as a private club for the Hagerstown community and maintains the traditional character of a classic American country club. The facility has undergone periodic updates over the decades to preserve playing conditions while respecting the original Ross design principles. The course provides a representative example of Ross's work during his most productive period, when he was shaping golf courses throughout the eastern United States with an emphasis on playability, strategic interest, and integration with natural landscape features.