Fox Hollow GC: #8
A view of green #8 at Fox Hollow Golf Course
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4.1
800 Reviews (800)
5 Stars
359
4 Stars
318
3 Stars
75
2 Stars
28
1 Stars
20
Conditions
4.1
Value
3.9
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.6
80.3%
Recommend this course
709 out of 800 reviews
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4.1
32 Reviews (32)
5 Stars
16
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.2
Value
3.8
Layout
4.3
Pace
3.5
Amenities
3.3
StaffFriendliness
4.6
75.0%
Recommend this course
24 out of 32 reviews
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4.1
45 Reviews (45)
5 Stars
21
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
11
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.1
Value
3.8
Layout
4.3
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.4
StaffFriendliness
4.6
77.8%
Recommend this course
35 out of 45 reviews
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Course Highlights
Fox Hollow's challenging hilly layout and lush, well-maintained fairways consistently reward golfers seeking a fun public course experience. Friendly staff, highlighted by welcoming pro shop service, make every visit feel genuinely enjoyable.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 70
Length 6403 yards
Slope 126
Rating 71.4

Fox Hollow Golf Course in Somerville sprawls across acres of rolling woodlands, offering dramatic elevation changes throughout the par-70 layout. Designed by local designer Hal Purdy, the abundant trees and hilly terrain have been deftly incorporated into the course. Originally built in 1967, the golf course was completely redesigned in 2000 to make it more challenging while at the same time improving its playability. Since its renovation, it has garnered a local following but it is still one of the better kept secrets of Somerset County, making it likely that golfers will be able to play the golf course regardless of the day or time. In addition to the course, there is also a practice facility with a grass driving range, a bunkered practice green, and an expansive putting green. One reason Fox Hollow G.C. is a popular choice, besides the enjoyable layout, is the affordability it offers.

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Course Details

Year Built 1967
Golf Season Year round
Architect Hal Purdy (1967)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed Yes
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper golf attire.

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Reviews

4.1
800 Reviews (800)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 12
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 32
Bunkers 24
Undulating Greens 24
This course/club is great for:
Locals 23
Advanced Golfers 18
A Weekend Splurge 15
This Course's Location is:
In the 'Burbs 25
Worth the Drive 20
Convenient to the City 6

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Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Although it is a par 70 with additional par 3's, all of the par 3's are extremely difficult. Also it has only about 2 flat putting surfaces since the rest are sloped and/or have ridges.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great Time at Fox Hollow

This was my first time at FHGC. Very nice course with great holes. Some of the holes on the back nine at the higher elevation had views and holes that could have been the Forest Course at Fiddler's ELbow CC. Great pace of play. The burger in the grille room was one of the best I've had at a golf course ever. Don't get caught in 6 hr rounds at the county courses, this is a hidden secret - they do almost no advertising.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

hidden gem

Had a small group of 13 people, every one had a great time and enjoyed the course. deep rough, hopefully due to a fair amount of rain previous few days. cart path only but not a big deal. very challenging layout especially for seeing it for first time. greens were aerated but with pin hole spkes but still rolled true and fast, hate to see how quick they are in the middle of summer.

after round dinner and drinks in their restaurant, attendents were friendly helpful and attentive. A+ on the food, everyone enjoyed their meal.

if you love mountain golf, ie. lots of ups and downs this is for you. I plan on going back maybe as much as once a month. i like variety but also like this course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great condition For early March

We played Fox Hollow in February and now March. For winter play the course is in great shape. Staff is friendly.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Not bad

First warm day in a while so very crowded. Hurt pace of play. Conditions a little wet. Overall not bad. Got there early to practice putting and chipping but practice green was closed for the winter. With deal from golf now, value was good. Would recommend to others.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Conditions great for February in NJ

My buddy and I had a great time at Fox Hollow. We had not played here in many years and the conditions for playing in February were excellent. We took advantage of a warmer day and enjoyed it. The people who go out early love to play quickly, so the pace was wonderful.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good Off-Season Course

Course was in good shape and very playable; no temporary greens.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 39
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Every Hole a Challenge

Extreme slope of the greens made it very hard to putt.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 117
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

good layout...good test

read some mediocre reviews. found the greens in good shape, no issues with divots because there was plenty of fill. good test of golf with hard holes and some scoring holes. hope this course makes it in these tough times.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 28
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good layout with ball placement key for 2nd shot

First time playing this course. Would recommend playing to friends will play this course again. Good layout, course was in good shape could use better maintenence on divots. Challenging course need to know where to put the ball for a better 2nd shot.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

The Members Failed

This was a private club now open to others. They charged $60 for a round with a cart... a price that gets us on the best courses in the area. The fairways were a mess, divots everywhere many unfilled, They did not tell us the greens had been aerated so we suffered the bumps and vagaries of greens full of holes

No help with the bags on arrival or departure. No starter, only pro shop cashier. As a result of all this we did not stray for lunch

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Previously Played

Ok course. Probably would not play again

This is a pretty course. Lots of elevation changes. It had rained the night before and it was still soggy. The greens were slower than I would expect and some were pretty beat up...like many golfers who play there don't repair their ball marks. They have no prepared food at the turn and no water coolers on course. Beer cart came around often. Course was just OK. I would t go out of my to play there again.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 278
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Call Ahead

I like this course. It is challenging and in very good condition. Just call to make sure there are no outings.

They had a shotgun start on the back nine and sent us off the front. needless to say we never finished are round.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Good course

Pros: Great conditions overall. Tee boxes were very good. Fairways were great. Bunkers were very good and full of sand. Greens were good, little on the fast side but rolled true. Rough was thick but not unfair (there should be a penalty for missing the fairway;) Very nice pro shop.

Cons: Carts could use an update, although they were electric which was nice. Driving range was a little weird, as it is straight uphill and the balls could use an update too. Range balls also scattered the 15th fairway, so just make sure you hit the right ball there.

Overall, I had a very good experience at Fox Hollow for my first time playing. We played in 3.5 hrs which is awesome. I would definetly play again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Hidden Gem

Fox Hollow is classified as a semi private golf course but the conditions are that of an exclusive club. The greens, fairways,traps and tee boxes are in superb condition. There are other public courses in NJ but none match the Fox Hollow standards!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Used cart

This course has a great layout

Nice course. Great views. In great shape. No 2 holes are alike. Up and down hills as well as flat. Challenging and fun. Not over-crowded. What else can I say?

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

3 HR ROUND!

We played as a twosome on MDW Sunday. Not sure if it was the holiday but no one was on the course and played at a leisurely pace and still breezed through in just over 3 hours. The conditions of the course were great and the greens rolled true. They also had an all-grass range but didn't have time to use it. It's a bit of a drive from NYC but think I'll definitely try to make it back again in the summer.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good Experience

First time here. Still early in the season so conditions probably better when the grass starts growing again.

Liked layout, a little hilly but it works. Driving range a big plus.

Will come back.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
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