MOUNT PLEASANT GOLF COURSE

The rolling hills of central Maryland frame this municipal gem where towering oaks and strategic water hazards demand precision over power on nearly half the holes. The par-4 14th epitomizes the layout's character—a dogleg right around a century-old barn that forces you to choose between an aggressive line over trouble or a conservative approach that leaves a daunting uphill second shot. For a public track that's seen its share of budget constraints, the greens roll surprisingly true and the risk-reward opportunities rival any private club in the Baltimore corridor.