Henson Creek Golf Course

Henson Creek Golf Course is a public facility in Fort Washington, Maryland, designed by Ed Ault and situated in the suburban landscape of Prince George's County, just south of Washington, D.C. Ault, a prolific architect who designed numerous accessible courses across the Mid-Atlantic and beyond during the latter decades of the twentieth century, created layouts that typically emphasize playability for a wide range of golfers while working within the natural terrain. Henson Creek reflects this approach, offering a straightforward test on land that features modest elevation changes and wooded corridors characteristic of the region. The course occupies rolling terrain with tree-lined fairways and several holes that incorporate water hazards, including streams and ponds that come into play on approach shots and around greens. The routing takes advantage of the property's natural contours, and the design provides a mix of risk-reward opportunities and strategic options off the tee. As a public course serving the greater Washington metropolitan area, Henson Creek accommodates daily-fee play and sees steady use from local golfers seeking convenient access to the game. The setting includes views of mature hardwoods and the kind of dense vegetation common to Maryland's Coastal Plain. The course operates as a municipal facility, providing an affordable option for residents and visitors looking for a round within easy reach of the capital region.