New Jersey golf
Best golf courses in New Jersey.
Ranked by LooperScore, BogeyMap's own algorithm. 62 of the 62 courses we publish in New Jersey are playable without a member invite.
BogeyMap publishes 62 golf courses in New Jersey, of which 62 are playable without a member invite (public, resort, municipal, or semi-private). Crystal Springs Resort - Ballyowen in Hamburg currently leads the state with a LooperScore of 88.3. The cities with the most courses are Hamburg, Egg Harbor Township, Flanders.
62
Courses published
49
Public
5
Resort
8
Semi-private
Top-rated courses in New Jersey
Crystal Springs Resort - Ballyowen
Hamburg, NJ
Ballyowen Golf Club, designed by Roger Rulewich, is a stunning links-style course in Hamburg, New Jersey, part of the Crystal Springs Resort. It features fescue-covered mounds, dramatic elevation changes, and panoramic views of the Wallkill River Valley, offering a challenging yet picturesque round often ranked among the state's best public courses.
Seaview Golf Resort: Bay Course
Galloway, NJ
Donald Ross's 1914 links gem near Atlantic City
Twisted Dune Golf Club
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
Galloping Hill Golf Course
Kenilworth, NJ
New Jersey's best municipal value
Architects Golf Club
Lopatcong, NJ
The Architects Golf Club in Lopatcong, New Jersey, is a truly unique golfing destination, conceived as a living tribute to the golden age of golf course architecture. Designed by Stephen Kay and Ron Whitten, this 18-hole, par-72 course masterfully interprets the design philosophies of 18 legendary architects from 1885 to 1955. Each hole is a distinct homage, offering golfers a historical journey through the evolution of golf course design. For instance, the course features elements inspired by Old Tom Morris, with his style of retaining existing features as hazards, and Donald Ross, whose influence is seen in a green patterned from a genuine Ross diagram. The 13th hole, inspired by Alister MacKenzie, showcases his brilliant subtlety with bunkers that blend into the landscape. This course is not merely a round of golf; it's an immersive educational experience, inviting players to appreciate the artistry and strategic thinking behind the game's greatest designers. It's a must-play for any golf enthusiast seeking a blend of challenging play and a rich historical narrative.
Cape May National Golf Club
Cape May, NJ
Crystal Springs Resort - Wild Turkey
Hamburg, NJ
Vineyard National at Renault
Egg Harbor City, NJ
Harbor Pines Golf Club
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
Hominy Hill Golf Course
Colts Neck, NJ
Hominy Hill Golf Course, a classic Robert Trent Jones Sr. design in Colts Neck, New Jersey, is renowned for its championship layout and pristine conditions. Featuring tree-lined fairways, strategically placed bunkers, and challenging greens, this public course provides a formidable test of golf that has hosted numerous state and regional championships.
Heron Glen Golf Course
Ringoes, NJ
Hunterdon County's hidden gem
Blue Heron Pines Golf Club (West)
Cologne, NJ
Buena Vista Country Club
Buena, NJ
Pennsauken Country Club
Pennsauken, NJ
Mays Landing Country Club
Mays Landing, NJ
Atlantic City Country Club
Northfield, NJ
Harker's Hollow Golf Club
Phillipsburg, NJ
Pinelands Golf Club
Winslow, NJ
Flanders Valley Golf Course (Red/Gold)
Flanders, NJ
Shark River Golf Course
Neptune, NJ
Pitman Golf Course
Pitman, NJ
Beckett Golf Club
Swedesboro, NJ
Warrenbrook Golf Course
Warren, NJ
Howell Park Golf Course
Farmingdale, NJ
Golf by city in New Jersey
Architects behind New Jersey's best golf
Common questions about New Jersey golf
- How many golf courses can you play in New Jersey?
- BogeyMap publishes 62 courses in New Jersey. 62 of them are public, resort, municipal, or semi-private, meaning a visiting golfer can usually book a tee time directly with the course.
- What is the best public course in New Jersey?
- Crystal Springs Resort - Ballyowen in Hamburg holds the highest LooperScore among public courses we publish in New Jersey (88.3).
- How does BogeyMap rank New Jersey courses?
- Every list is generated by LooperScore, BogeyMap's own 0-100 composite of course quality signals, verified golfer ratings, and editorial review. We never republish another publication's rankings, and a course only shows a score once the underlying evidence exists. See how the rankings work.
- Can BogeyMap get me on a private club in New Jersey?
- No. BogeyMap doesn't sell tee times and never guarantees access. For clubs that allow limited outside play, Looper Pro members can read researched Access Intel describing how that access generally works — the club is always the final authority.