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 13
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Not worth it

They had just aerated to greens, and didn't inform us ahead of time. This took away from the expierence but the layout was also poor. Would not go back.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Must Play Course

I have played a lot of golf this summer and this was the first time playing Fox Hollow. First I'll say I don't see how it's rated only 3.8 stars. That's a huge understatement. This is one of the best courses I've played in NJ ever. If you're a 10 or less handicap play from the back tees and it'll be more challenging and enjoyable. The condition of the course is the best of what I've played this year out of anywhere in the country. Given our summer conditions I felt like I was at a country club of the highest caliber.The views are great from the tees. Everything but 1 or 2 holes plays with elevated tees and either uphill or downhill 2nd and 3rd shots. True mountain golf at it's best. The course is fairly open yet challenging. All types of players will enjoy this place. The only thing that I could barely even complain about is that the greens were aerated a week ago and I assume slower than normal. But they rolled true and were no issue. I can just imagine how challenging they will be when fully back and cut faster.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good course

Great course in great condition. Glad they have opened up to the public. Will go back in a heartbeat.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Nice track

good course,monocle be needed, interesting layout. Should cost 15% lessq

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
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 20
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
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