Fox Hollow GC: #8
A view of green #8 at Fox Hollow Golf Course
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4.1
776 Reviews (776)
5 Stars
348
4 Stars
313
3 Stars
68
2 Stars
27
1 Stars
20
Conditions
4.0
Value
3.9
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.6
81.3%
Recommend this course
691 out of 776 reviews
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4.3
8 Reviews (8)
5 Stars
5
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.0
Layout
4.9
Pace
3.3
Amenities
2.7
StaffFriendliness
5.0
75.0%
Recommend this course
6 out of 8 reviews
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3.9
56 Reviews (56)
5 Stars
24
4 Stars
16
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
3
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.7
Layout
4.3
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.5
StaffFriendliness
4.5
75.0%
Recommend this course
42 out of 56 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
776 Reviews (776)

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
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Beautiful rolling hills of Northern New Jersey

One of my favorite courses here and GolfNow makes it a great value. It's enjoyable from the white tees and challenging from the blues.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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

Good Deal

Course is private but allow some outside play or use "Golf Now". Played this course 6 times in the last 2 years and it is always enjoyable. Course conditions are very good. There is a challenge on just about every hole. Its important where to place your tee ball for second shot.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
1.0
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

Very disappointing

Very disappointing day of golf. First problem there was no rangers/starters on the course. So the group behind us was on the tee box while we were teeing off. Second problem was the pace of play. A course the should have only taken three and a half to fours hours to play took five. There was a 20 minute wait every hole. Third problem was he bugs. The bugs were terrible. They were always flying into my face and were really annoying. Despite all the negatives I still managed to shoot my usual 67.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Rate - Nice Course

Course was moderate in difficulty ... some holes require local knowledge - after couple of rounds... could see strokes saved in a few places ... Course was in excellent shape -

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

Perfect place

Great course very challenging. I wish they had food prior to 11:30am.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good value

Nice course but no starter or beverage cart. Coursr in great shape

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Good Course and Value

Fox Hollow offers a scoreable, relatively short course, but there is big-time danger lurking on some holes. The par 3's are all challenging and with the hills, some shots are blind. The greens were in good shape considering that the foursome in front of us never fixed a ball mark. They also have some good canting to them, so be careful, especially when you are above the hole.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Good shape, good value

This is a nice course that I will play again. The only downside I could note was the greens were a little boring. Mostly just placed on the side of hills with big back to front slants that got a little old. Otherwise was a nice round

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course at a great price

Very challenging course well maintained and very friendly staff.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

A great course for a great round...

It was a perfect day for golf. although I can't say that the course was perfect. I would be hard pressed to find something wrong with it. The greens were quick and in great shape and fairly challenging. Some pin locations made them extremely difficult (some four and a five putt in our group). which made for some cursing and a lot of laughing. The course seems to play longer than its yardage suggests and is very well designed for maximum enjoyability - That is if you actually enjoy this game !!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Good Value

Course in great shape. enjoyed the course. Will go back.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Course

This was the first time in over 30 years that I had the opportunity to play here and I was very pleased.
This course is beautifully maintained with a fair layout.
Don't be surprised if you play it for the first time to score a little higher than you expected there are some challenging holes that having played the tract before would make a big difference.
I would highly recommend it to everyone and I will be back hopefully often.
George Colavito

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

My favorite public course in NJ

I have to say this is definitely my favorite public course in NJ. I love it. Definitely challenging and very beautifully laid out.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 26
Handicap 10-14
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Fair weather
Used cart

Hilly Course

We played after three days of rain so it was cart path only. The course was in good shape, but for the bunkers which had no or hard packed sand. The rough around the greens was very thick and made chipping a real challenge. 9 and 18 are par 3s over water played longer than my GPS yardage showed. The course layout was not particularly memorable, alot of up and down holes. As for value I think there better choices for the money.

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 06/08/2015

9 & 18 from what I recall from yesterday is like 145 to the center of both greens. Love that holes. You are right about the hills. I wouldn't want to play that course on a cart path only day unless I absolutely knew I was good enough to keep the ball close to the cart path.

Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

Looking Forward to Playing Again

This course, while not being long, is rather narrow and has small greens, placing a premium on accuracy. I enjoyed the layout and look forward to going back for a second round. Despite being mid-May, it's relatively early in the season and the greens were aerated recently (three weeks ago, according to the person I spoke with in the pro shop). The aeration holes were still noticeable and the greens were a little bumpy. Additionally, there were certain parts of the course where the gnats were brutal. It was a bit humid, so hopefully this is not the norm. However, there were areas with streams/creeks/ponds and the gnats were bad. Next time I'll put the bug spray in my bag.
In my opinion, this course is not worth the price they charge during prime time. I booked my tee-time through GolfNow and, despite the $6+ in booking fees, the overall price was reasonable.

Will go back.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Fair weather
Used cart

Course was good for this early int he season

Never played before when there was some residual snow on a course. After the winter we had this yr I guess it was to be expected this early in the season. It did not hinder play, however. I suspect the course will be in better shape as the season progresses though it was no too bad considering. Overall a good course, just a little pricey.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Walked

A real gem of a course. Not sure why reviews on Yelp, Google of course not overall positive. Would play here again easily.

Played one of first days open for 2015 season. Course conditions, including greens, very good given course covered in snow week prior. Only few areas soggy but none terrible. One large fairway bunker not maintained - can't recall hole - but again course snow covered days prior to my playing. Not sure what history of course is but truly beautiful layout. Mindful of private course layouts I play and have played in past. Playing partner and I wondering if course was private equity only club at some point that opened up to public. Hilly to walk but personally enjoyed that. Not for everyone, however. 12:05 p.m. tee time. Young man behind pro shop counter asked me to wait until after 12 noon to pay because that is when prices drop in computer. Apparently cannot discount prices in computer system manually which I had no problem with. Range only cost $5 for unlimited golf balls. Great deal. Range with 4 targets not including close range elevated green to hit to and practice sand bunker. Course easily accessible off of routes 287 and 78. Does not take long to get to despite mileage listed on GolfNow, similar to Panther Valley Country Club in Allamuchy. Really no complaints at all. A real gem of a course. Not sure why reviews on Yelp, Google, etc. of course not overall positive. Not indicative of experience at Fox Hollow GC. Really enjoyed time there. Would play there again easily.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 77
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing

Fall Golf at Fox Hollow

The overall course today was in good condition. Several fairways were undergoing aeration. Greens are very fast and the average golfer will have to land the ball just short of the green to avoid going off the back. All of the employees were friendly and the food at the bar was better than average.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Hackers beware

Great course....very challanging. Alot of dog legs and water but the greens and fairways were in excellent shape.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fox hollow a nice course

Interesting layout good greens that roll at a nice pace

Conditions Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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