Cranbury Golf Club

A Hidden Gem for Families and Golfers of All Ages – Cranbury Golf Club, West Windsor, NJ

I had the pleasure of playing Cranbury Golf Club yesterday with my two teenage sons, and I have to say—it was one of the most refreshing and enjoyable golf outings we’ve had in a long time.

We teed off around 4 PM after warming up for about 30 minutes on their well-maintained driving range, which offers both grass and mat hitting areas. The facility was buzzing, but not crowded, and the vibe was laid-back and welcoming. Dan, the staff member on site, was incredibly friendly and accommodating—he set the tone for a great day.

One of the standout features at Cranbury is their no GPS cart restrictions. Unlike many courses that force you to reverse out of zones every few minutes with annoying beeps, here you can drive the cart with freedom. Of course, I was respectful and avoided getting too close to the greens, but as someone with weak knees, this freedom was a huge plus. My older son opted to walk the full 18 while I drove the younger one—it worked out perfectly.

We wrapped up our round around 8:15 PM as the last cart to come in, and again, no stress. Dan was there to greet us, but there were no alarms, no pressure, and no reminders about sunset cut-offs. That unhurried atmosphere was a real treat. It allowed us to focus on enjoying the game and each other’s company, not watching the clock.

And let’s talk value—$30 for a twilight round? That’s a steal. Even better, we learned that junior golfers can play for as little as $5 through local programs, or get unlimited yearly play for just $650 if they’re under 17. That kind of pricing is practically unheard of in New Jersey.

What truly warmed my heart was seeing so many teenagers and young players out on the course. As a father of two teens who are getting serious about golf, it was incredibly uplifting to see kids out there enjoying the game, competing, laughing, learning. It’s rare to see that many young people on a course these days—most are dominated by older crowds. Cranbury feels like a place that truly welcomes the next generation of golfers.

All in all, Cranbury Golf Club is a fantastic place to play—especially if you’re looking for a relaxed, family-friendly course that lets you enjoy the game on your own terms. We’ll definitely be back.

Hard to find balls

Pace was slow but greens are consistent on all holes

Been playing here for the last three years, close to 25-30 rounds. this is the first round this year since October 2024 due to do trigger finger issues and surgery in February 2025.

The greens are in the best condition I’ve ever seen. Shot my best round ever, 75 from white tees, with birdies on 10 and 15, hit 11 GIR’s.

Walking as part of a twosome, played 18 holes in 3 hrs 15 min.

Stephen.

First time playing there in 8+ years. Conditions were a lot worse than I remember. But a quick round friendly staff and great food/beverage at The Bog after the round.

Due to a communication error between Golf Now and the course - the GM Adam and his staff did the right thing by taking care of the golfers. I really appreciate it.

Played on a cloudy day in early April. After first hole, there was no wait the rest of the round. Greens rolled true. Most fairways were in good shape. Will golf here again when the price is right.