Local Rules
Fivesomes
Fivesomes are not permitted.
Cart driver license
A valid driver’s license or permit is required to operate golf carts.
Course Intelligence
Course Character
Scenic elevation and water features reward visualization and conservative target selection. Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Club at 500 Lakeside Club Drive, Swanton, Maryland is an 18-hole Deep Creek Lake course. Official sources describe a lakeside community, preserved wetlands, mountain views, designed bunkers and green surrounds. Lakeside mountain course with preserved wetlands and scenic vistas
Major Risks
Water and wetlands Select water features and extensive wetlands frame the course. Mountain elevation Ridge views and rolling terrain change effective yardage. Weather-dependent access The operator lists golf hours as weather permitting; call ahead.
Blue Tee Strategy
The official scorecard lists blue at 6,811 yards, par 72, rating 72.4 and slope 131. Treat hole 7 as the primary handicap-management hole and prioritize fairway position. On hole 8, use a planned layup unless the lie and water line clearly support reaching farther. Confirm weather, maintenance and tee blocks with the Pro Shop before play. Official blue setup: 6,811 yards, rating 72.4, slope 131
Golfer Reviews / Consensus
Detailed independent golf-review text was limited in retrieved exact-address sources. Course access and conditions are weather-sensitive. Identity and operating information are strong; detailed current golfer consensus is insufficient. INSUFFICIENT The official site reports strong public/member rankings and preserved lakeside scenery. Current operator emphasizes enjoyable play for varied skill levels.
Course Conditions
VERIFIED Active lakeside course; call for weather status Call 301-387-0387 for weather and tee-time status. Confirm current blue tees and maintenance. Plan dry-side targets around water and wetlands. 2026-09-05 Verify that the course is open and the current tees are in play before travel. The operator currently lists public fees, tee-time phone booking and an 18-hole course at the queue address, with hours dependent on weather.
30-second Pre-round Brief
Thousand Acres · Swanton brief 500 Lakeside Club Drive, Swanton, MD; Deep Creek Lake course. Identity 18 holes, par 72; blue 6,811 yards, rating 72.4, slope 131. Setup Manage water, wetlands and elevation with conservative targets. Main plan Call ahead for weather and tee status. Check At Thousand Acres, confirm weather-dependent opening first, then use elevation-aware targets that keep water and wetlands out of play.
Regulations
Golf attire
Proper golf attire is required: collared shirts, no denim or sweatpants.
Outside alcohol
Personal coolers and outside alcohol are prohibited by Maryland law.