Home / Courses / USA / Delaware / Newark

Deerfield Golf & Tennis Club

4.4
581 Reviews (581)
1440x350.jpg

Rating Snapshot

GolfPass Icon
Rating Index Rating
Tooltip Information Icon
4.4
581 Reviews (581)
5 Stars
303
4 Stars
222
3 Stars
36
2 Stars
10
1 Stars
10
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.4
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.3
Tooltip Information Icon
93.5%
Recommend this course
543 out of 581 reviews
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
4.8
5 Reviews (5)
5 Stars
4
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.4
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.8
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.8
100.0%
Recommend this course
5 out of 5 reviews
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
4.5
56 Reviews (56)
5 Stars
33
4 Stars
19
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.4
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.5
92.9%
Recommend this course
52 out of 56 reviews
Read Reviews
frame.svg
AI summaries based on real golfer reviews
circle-star.svg
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.

Book a Tee Time at
Deerfield Golf Club
Powered by GolfNow.com
Book a Tee Time
Satellite Layout
Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Blue 70 6323 yards 71.6 136
White 70 6005 yards 70.1 133
Yellow 70 5348 yards 66.9 128
Red (W) 70 5348 yards 72.4 129
Track Rounds
Scorecard
Scorecard for Deerfield Gc
Metrics:
Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
Blue M: 70.4/135 523 179 327 432 399 401 346 225 418 3250 536 158 369 326 406 355 170 406 347 3073 6323
White M: 69.4/133 W: 75.6/134 511 163 315 411 394 331 342 209 404 3080 520 143 326 315 394 340 158 391 338 2925 6005
Blended M: 68.3/134 511 163 315 369 369 331 342 164 357 2921 520 142 326 315 365 340 158 361 338 2865 5786
Gold M: 66.6/125 470 126 279 369 369 317 317 164 357 2768 437 111 255 300 365 296 146 361 309 2580 5348
Red W: 71.7/130 470 126 279 369 369 317 317 164 357 2768 437 111 255 300 365 296 146 361 309 2580 5348
Handicap 9 17 13 3 5 7 15 11 1 4 18 10 16 2 8 14 6 12
Par 5 3 4 4 4 4 4 3 4 35 5 3 4 4 4 4 3 4 4 35 70
Handicap (W) 11 17 13 5 1 7 9 15 3 4 18 16 12 2 10 14 6 8

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

Accolades

The Best Way To Book Is With GolfPass+ Annual
golf ball.svg
$120 in monthly tee time promo codes
waivedfees
12 rounds of waived fees
redeemtrophy
GolfPass Member Pricing
teetime protection.svg
Tee Time Protection

Reviews

4.4
581 Reviews (581)

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

Numbers based on reviews tagged with attribute.

Reviewer Photos

Advanced Filters
Overall Rating
Recommended
Handicap
Age
Type of Golfer
Gender
Default User Avatar
Eugene4505699
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Default User Avatar
u00000592311
Played On
Reviews 27
Skill Advanced
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 Average
Amenities Good
Default User Avatar
bradco
Played On
Reviews 152
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Pennsylvania Advisor
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played

Strong test of golf

Deerfield is one tough course to score on. The elevation changes and uneven lies make the short par 4s into strong challenges . The greens are large and undulating. Make sure to keep your approaches under the hole or you will pay dearly. I've seen the fairways and tees in better shape and when the weather warms up I am expecting an improvement. The staff is excellent and the pub there is one of the best around.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Default User Avatar
mlandestoy
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great layout and design! Rolling hills for days!

Challenging overall for the beginner type golfer but fun layouts and blind holes that make it super interesting to play. Good representation of this area’s golf!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Default User Avatar
Charleszhnag
Played On
Reviews 90
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Default User Avatar
Throckmorton
Played On
Reviews 28
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Default User Avatar
sw710822
Played On
Reviews 25
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Featured
Find Out More >>
Default User Avatar
Galarson1
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Default User Avatar
Bbrinx1025
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Default User Avatar
mshemeley
Played On
Reviews 30
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Default User Avatar
mshemeley
Played On
Reviews 30
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Default User Avatar
sw710822
Played On
Reviews 25
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Default User Avatar
u314160531587
Played On
Reviews 29
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Aerated greens but...

they were sanded very nicely and there was little if any effect on play.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Default User Avatar
JetmechAFW
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Featured
Find Out More >>
Default User Avatar
u314160531587
Played On
Reviews 29
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Lots of leaves!

Hey, it's November, so the leaves on the course and debris on the greens was to be expected. Challenging course in very good shape.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Default User Avatar
u670416639
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Default User Avatar
u314161543551
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Default User Avatar
u000007661825
Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Default User Avatar
lychoi
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Default User Avatar
Molfetta8
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
8 9 10 11 12
Business Tools for Golf Course Operators
stars Add a GolfPass ratings badge to your website
rss_feed Get RSS feed with the latest reviews for this course
Nearby Courses
Newark CC
Newark Country Club
Newark, Delaware
Private
5.0
2
Write Review
Vince's Sport Center Par 3 GC: #9
Vince's Sport Center Par 3 Golf Course
Newark, Delaware
Public
0.0
0
Write Review
Chisel Creek GC
Chisel Creek Golf Club
Landenberg, Pennsylvania
Semi-Private
3.3032786885
122
Write Review
White Clay Creek CC
View Tee Times
White Clay Creek Country Club at Delaware Park
Wilmington, Delaware
Public
4.4359983564
946
Write Review
Delcastle GC: #3
View Tee Times
Delcastle Golf Course
Wilmington, Delaware
Public
4.0972044615
484
Write Review
Hartefeld National GC
Hartefeld National Golf Club
Avondale, Pennsylvania
Private
5.0
1
Write Review
Cavaliers CC: #17
Cavaliers Country Club
Newark, Delaware
Private
2.6666666667
3
Write Review
Inniscrone GC
View Tee Times
Inniscrone Golf Club
Avondale, Pennsylvania
Public
4.1069427771
1035
Write Review
Patriots Glen GC
View Tee Times
Patriots Glen Golf Club
Elkton, Maryland
Semi-Private
3.6598963472
669
Write Review
Fieldstone GC
Fieldstone Golf Club
Wilmington, Delaware
Private
4.75
4
Write Review
Ed Oliver GC
View Tee Times
Ed Oliver Golf Club
Wilmington, Delaware
Public/Municipal
3.3986829916
509
Write Review
South at Wilmington CC
South at Wilmington Country Club
Wilmington, Delaware
Private
5.0
1
Write Review
Golf Packages
Seaview Golf Club - Bay Course

Seaview Stay & Play Golf Package

CLICK BELOW
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ | Enjoy lodging accommodations at Seaview, A Dolce Hotel and golf at Seaview Golf Club - Bay & Pines Courses.
Seaview Golf Club - Bay Course

Seaview Stay & Play Golf Package

CLICK BELOW
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ | Enjoy lodging accommodations at Seaview Hotel - Destination by Hyatt and golf at Seaview Golf Club - Bay & Pines Courses.
The Monster Golf Club

Resorts World Catskills Stay & Play Package

Click Below
MONTICELLO, NY | Enjoy lodging accommodations at Resorts World Catskills Casino and golf at The Monster at Resorts World Catskills.
The Monster Golf Club

Resorts World Catskills Stay & Play Package

Click Below
MONTICELLO, NY | Enjoy lodging accommodations at Resorts World Catskills Casino and golf at The Monster at Resorts World Catskills.
Featured Content
Deerfield golf course in Newark
Galleries
Hilliness, dramatic elevation changes bring the challenge at Deerfield in Newark, Del.
Course Layout
Now Reading

  • Home

  • Memberships

  • Library

  • Account

    •
    Search Near Me