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4.5
598 Reviews (598)
5 Stars
314
4 Stars
227
3 Stars
36
2 Stars
11
1 Stars
10
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.5
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.3
93.2%
Recommend this course
558 out of 598 reviews
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4.6
22 Reviews (22)
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
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2 Stars
1
1 Stars
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Conditions
4.6
Value
4.4
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.6
StaffFriendliness
4.9
90.9%
Recommend this course
20 out of 22 reviews
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4.6
45 Reviews (45)
5 Stars
28
4 Stars
15
3 Stars
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2 Stars
1
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Conditions
4.6
Value
4.5
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.8
93.3%
Recommend this course
42 out of 45 reviews
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Course Highlights
Deerfield's dramatic elevation changes and Nicklaus-style layout consistently reward strategic shot-making across well-maintained fairways and greens. Friendly staff, solid course amenities, and strong value for money make this a compelling choice for golfers seeking a genuine challenge.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 70
Length 6323 yards
Slope 136
Rating 71.6

Deerfield Golf Club in Newark, Del., is a 145-acre public course, billed as a “natural treasure.” The 18-hole championship course gets the moniker thanks to its surroundings -- the ancient forest of White Clay Creek State Park. The 145-acre play, acquired by the state of Delaware in 2005, is a par-70, 6,323-yard golf course that features rolling terrain, smooth bent grass putting surfaces and scenic vistas. The mix of memorable, distinctive holes adds to the difficulty, as does the memorable, heavily wooded setting and dramatic elevation changes. Before or after your round at Deerfield Golf Club, enjoy the large putting green, full-service practice range, or lighted tennis and paddleball courts.

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Course Details

Year Built 1955
Fairways Rye Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Architect William F. Gordon (1955)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS No
Pull-carts Yes
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code No cargo pants, tank tops or denim.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities

Available Sports

Tennis

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Reviews

4.5
598 Reviews (598)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 22
Watching the Game 16
Patio Dining 14
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 36
Bunkers 23
Undulating Greens 23
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 24
Locals 16
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 14
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 21
In the 'Burbs 14
Convenient to the City 9

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Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Deerfield

Course conditions rival private courses. Pro shop personnel friendly and outstanding. My favorite course in NCC!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Would play again

- Nice Course
- Challenging
- Greens could be nicer, showing lots of wear and tear
- Got hit up on due to us patronizing the cart vendor on the 9th hole

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 152
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Pennsylvania Advisor
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Excellent and tough

Played on 9/14 after not playing here for 2 years.. Deerfield is a unique course that requires a vast variety of shots. There are no flat holes on the entire course and you must play here a few times to know the course so you can score decently on it.. Holes 4-6 are tight and extremely hilly and require precise shots.. The course was in good but not great condition today.. The greens were airated about 2 weeks ago and not rolling perfectly yet.... but are reasonably good. The tees are in good shape and the fairways are also in good shape with the exception of the landing area on hole 10 which is chewed up.. If you can drive it straight you'll have some real birdie opportunities here. If you drive it crooked, you'll be playing out of the tall trees all day.. If you like holes that require heroic shots then you'll find tons of them here at Deerfield... The elevated tee shot on the par 5 10th is dramatic and tough.. The par 3 . 8th hole is 225 yds straight uphill and requires a 3 wood for the biggest of hitters.. and most will use driver.. The 9th hole which is the number 1 handicap hole is a gem and requires 2 big shots to get home.. You will be treated at Deerfield like its a private club.. The amenities are 1st class and the grill in the clubhouse has fantastic food and drink.. We paid 35 on a weekend deal and it was a fantastic bargain... If you've never played here and want a tough challenge and beautiful facility in a nice setting .. go try Deerfield..

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great day on the links

Only issue was the aerated greens. Slightly bumpy putting probably will cost me my PGA card. Just kidding had a great day.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

first time experience

I REALLY LIKED THIS COURSE. NOT EASY but a very challenging course

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
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
Previously Played

Fun but challenging

The course is in great shape. The layout can be challenging because there are not many flat lies. I have come to love the challenge and my game has improved quite a bit.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Definitly worth it

Beautiful course with plenty of contour on the greens, fairways and in the rough. You need to be able to play with an uneven stance, and read breaks on the green. Choose your tee club carefully. Longer is not always better, as you might have a flatter stance with a shorter drive, and/or have a much smaller margin for error with the extra distance. On a nice Tuesday afternoon, we finished in under 4 hours.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Excellent course

The course is in beautiful shape and the staff is as friendly as ever

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 69
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

fun course to play.

I played here four or five times, this is a fun course to play,the course has a lot of tough holes it won't put you to sleep. Try it you'll like it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice course

Tee time was 2:20 PM. Course was very nice and in great condition. No coolers allowed on the course was only downside. Had to put water in plastic bag.

Would definitely play course again.

Fairways were narrow and greens were fast.

Nice round overall.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 38
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Worth Every Dime

This is a golf course that offers everything a golfer wants -- friendly staff, scenic, challenging but fair and great greens. That said, the pace of play can be brutal -- it just shouldn't take nearly 5 hours to play a round of golf. Either get a ranger out there, take the rough down or put pins in easier positions. Deerfield is recommended for anyone with a handicap of under 18. It will frustrate begineers. A GPS is recommended because of there are many blind shots. Also, bug spray is a good idea -- as the knats were brutal. All in all, I love the track and I will be back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

good course and golf environment

Greens and fairway is in good confition. Course is short but challenging enough. I enjoyed playing and would do it again.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Beautiful condition

As always, the course was immaculate. Only negative was the driving range was closed due to tents being erected for an event the following day.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Great course - they need to seriously manage speed of play

Loved playing here - my second time (and i am going back later in the week). One big annoyance was a 4-ball that was extremely slow and held up the whole course. There was no intervention by the ranger which was very surprising. The course wasn't very busy so we should all have finished under 4 hours easily but ended up at over 4.5 hours...

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Great Diveristy

First time playing course. Mid-afternoon tee time - let 2 twosomes play through and one more on our heels.

Course in very good condition. From DE shore area, so 3D version of game resulted in some new challenges - really enjoyed this change.

Will come back soon.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Fair weather
Used cart

Fun Course

Love this course, so many undulations throughout. Not your average course. We got an awesome deal for $35, that's what I can afford. But it is worth much more. I love how short they cut the rough, for the most part it wasn't much of a penalty if your drive landed in the rough.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Fantastic Course

I have always loved this course. I dont get to play it as often as I would like, but its always a good time when i do play it. The course is a very challenging course, but not in an unfair way. Nothing goofy or tricky in the design (like a lot of courses)... just a good old fashioned test of your golf skills. the course is generally in great shape, and the staff is friendly. Great food... a little overpriced in my opinion, but great nonetheless. Probably not a good course for beginners, very hilly and difficult greens, but if your looking for a fun course and a nice challenge, go play!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Used cart

Great Experience

I love the entire course. Great challenge! ! Looking forward to going back.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 39
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Nice round of golf

Course was in great shape. Staff was very friendly. I would definately go again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once every three months
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

good course

I was survery on this course. I suggest white pole 150 yards on all each of fairway. That help to all golfers need know this pole make them fast pace time.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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