Cambridge, MD — River Marsh Golf Club, the premier waterfront golf course at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, has been recognized on Golfweek’s 2026 list of the Best Public-Access Golf Courses in Every State. The annual rankings are determined by hundreds of members of Golfweek’s course-rating panel who evaluate courses on their playing experience.
“We are honored to be recognized among Maryland’s top public-access golf courses by Golfweek,” said Abby Messick, Director of Golf at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay. “This distinction reflects not only the exceptional quality of our course, but also the dedication of our team, who strive to create unforgettable experiences for every golfer who visits our course.”
Golfweek’s panelists continually evaluate courses across the country, rating each property on 10 criteria before assigning an overall score. Those scores are then averaged to determine Golfweek’s annual rankings.
Set along the scenic Choptank River, River Marsh Golf Club showcases the natural beauty of Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The championship course winds through forests, marshlands, and open meadows. The course features two signature holes including the 17th hole which requires players to carry their shot across Shoal Creek, and the dramatic 18th hole which traces the Choptank River from tee to green.
Further enhancing course conditions, River Marsh Golf Club recently upgraded its tee boxes and fairways with Iron Cutter Bermudagrass, a top-performing turf variety recognized by the National Turfgrass Evaluation Program. The durable, humidity-resistant grass provides exceptional playability and consistent conditions throughout the year.
Golfers can also enjoy year-round practice and entertainment at The Cove, the resort’s state-of-the-art indoor golf simulator. The experience allows players to virtually tee off on renowned courses located around the world, compete in skills challenges, refine their swing on a virtual driving range and track detailed performance metrics including ball flight data, scoring trends, and practice progress.
For more information or to book a stay at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, please visit hyattregencychesapeakebay.com, or call (410) 901-1234.
About Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina
Situated on 342 acres on the Eastern Shore of Chesapeake Bay, Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina provides an unforgettable destination for business and leisure travelers. The AAA Four Diamond resort features 400 comfortable and modern guestrooms, renovated ballrooms for events, and more than 37,000 square feet of indoor function space complemented by more than 85,000 square feet of flexible outdoor event areas and terraces. Amenities include 18 holes of pristine golf running along the Choptank River at the River Marsh Golf Club, the full-service Sago Spa & Salon, and a 150-slip marina with both fixed and floating docks. The golf club also features a state-of-the-art golf simulator “The Cove” for year-round play. As a waterfront destination, the resort provides several water sports and activities including kayak, paddleboard, jet ski, powerboat, and catamaran rentals; multiple pool options including an outdoor infinity pool overlooking the river, an outdoor activity pool with a water slide, and the glass-enclosed Water Garden featuring a heated indoor pool, and indoor/outdoor hot tub, and dive-in movies throughout the year. The resort features a plethora of regionally-inspired dining options at its on-site restaurants including the Blue Point Provision Company, Water’s Edge Grill, Bay Country Market, Dock’s Poolside, Michener’s Library, Eagle’s Nest Bar & Grille, and the Off the Rook waterfront bar. To learn more, call (410) 901-1234 or visit HyattRegencyChesapeakeBay.com. Follow @HyattChesapeake on Instagram and @HyattRegencyChesapeakeBay on Facebook.
About Hyatt Regency
The Hyatt Regency brand prides itself on connecting travelers to who and what matters most to them. More than 175 conveniently located Hyatt Regency urban and resort locations in over 30 countries around the world serve as the go-to gathering space for every occasion – from efficient business meetings to memorable family vacations. The brand offers a one-stop experience that puts everything guests need right at their fingertips. Hyatt Regency hotels and resorts offer a full range of services and amenities, including the space to work, engage or relax; notable culinary experiences; technology-enabled ways to collaborate; and expert event planners who can take care of every detail. For more information, please visit hyattregency.com. Follow @HyattRegency on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, and tag photos with #AtHyattRegency.
