United States Naval Academy Golf Club

The United States Naval Academy Golf Course in Annapolis, Maryland, was designed by William S. Flynn and opened in 1942. Flynn, known for his strategic design philosophy and work on courses like Shinnecock Hills and Cherry Hills, created this layout on Academy grounds along the Severn River. The course serves the Naval Academy community—midshipmen, faculty, staff, and alumni—and reflects both Flynn's architectural principles and the institution's military heritage. The routing takes advantage of the natural terrain near the Severn River, incorporating rolling topography and mature tree corridors typical of the Chesapeake Bay region. Flynn's design emphasizes strategic bunkering and green complexes that reward thoughtful play over pure power, consistent with his broader body of work from the Golden Age era. The course measures over 6,900 yards from the back tees and presents a traditional parkland test with tree-lined fairways and well-defended greens. The facility operates primarily for the Naval Academy community, though it welcomes some outside play. The course sits within the historic grounds of the Academy, with views of the surrounding campus and waterfront setting. Its location in Annapolis places it among the region's military golf facilities, and it serves as both a recreational amenity and a venue for Academy golf teams and competitions. The course has undergone periodic updates over the decades while maintaining Flynn's fundamental design character.