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3.9
687 Reviews (687)
5 Stars
135
4 Stars
288
3 Stars
127
2 Stars
66
1 Stars
71
Conditions
3.6
Value
4.2
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.8
89.8%
Recommend this course
551 out of 687 reviews
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Average Rating
Avg Rating
3.6
10 Reviews (10)
5 Stars
2
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
2
Conditions
3.6
Value
4.2
Layout
3.7
Pace
3.6
Amenities
3.4
StaffFriendliness
3.8
80.0%
Recommend this course
8 out of 10 reviews
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4.0
42 Reviews (42)
5 Stars
14
4 Stars
20
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
2
Conditions
3.8
Value
4.3
Layout
4.1
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.4
92.9%
Recommend this course
39 out of 42 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 70
Length 6551 yards
Slope 126
Rating 71.7

Nestled in the hills of Scotts Mountain, Harkers Hollow Golf Club was carved from a sloping hillside, giving it a challenging terrain with plenty of elevation changes. Opened in 1929, the golf course has a classic layout designed by Robert White, the first president of the PGA of America. Although it is a seemingly mild 6,551 yards from the back tees, the course plays much longer and harder thanks to the undulating terrain. The layout does offer a few lengthy holes as well as some interesting par 3s. The greens are small and fast with breaks ranging from subtle to dramatic. There is hardly any water but the Lopatcong Creek does run the entire length of the golf course and requires the occasional carry. The par-3 fifth hole is the club's signature. It is particularly notable for its scenery, which is why it has served as the backdrop for many weddings.

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Course Details

Year Built 1929
Golf Season Year round. Weather permitting.
Architect Robert White (1929)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Major credit cards welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards
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3.9
687 Reviews (687)
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4.0
Previously Played

January Bonus Day

Had the opportunity to play in January which is a bonus. It was walking only and the pace was great, 3 1/2 round which you would expect in January. During the summer the pace is usually about 4 1/2 hours.

The new owners do what they say, each time you visit the course it will be a bit better. Smart approach not to extend themselves financially. Big improvement in the fairways in 2020 and the Women/ Seniors tee boxes were sodded. To my understanding the regular tees will be sodded in 2021 which is needed.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Work left to do

Having played Harkers before it was ruined years ago, I know its possibilities for excellent conditions. However, much work is left to do. It is clear that the greens and fairways have been improved but the fairways are still rather thin making it very difficult to keep the ball on the fairways of holes 13 and 15 which are both built perpendicular to the steepest parts of the course. That said, I have full confidence that the new ownership will accomplish what it set out to do. Something that I think needs immediate attention are the cart paths. The food and atmosphere at the bar/restaurant are very good and the staff is very pleasant.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great old time layout

Have only played it once the layout is great, what I know of Steve, Joe and Jason they will turn this place around and bring it back to what Irvine was. How’s a great Course pro knows how to cater to the golfing public, Steve Taggart will get this place into into a great place again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 811
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Improvements in process

Hat's off to the new owners and the course management team. There's still work to be done but it's good to see the fairways and tee boxes being addressed. The greens were surprisingly fast, which is a complement. On its current pace this track will return to the club it once was. My group had a great day!

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 01/26/2021

Hi, thank you so much for leaving us with your review and feedback. We value our customer experience, so your review is extremely important to us. We will make note and we hope to see you back at Harkers Hollow Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 47
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Much improved

The greens are getting the necessary care and several fairways were being repaired and look to be coming along nicely. Harkers is heads above where it was in past years. These owners are showing that with the repairs being made, harkers will be a go to course.

Keep up the good work!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
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Commented on 01/26/2021

Hello, and thank you for the rating us! We appreciate the review but rated us 3-stars which means there is room to improve on your recent experience at Harkers Hollow Golf Club. Let us know, in the comments, how and where you would like to see changes from the course. Thanks for the feedback!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 224
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played

Course in good shape for late November. Had a frost delay but did a good job of getting everyone out. Very friendly staff in office and especially the starter, Ed. Always a pleasure to play here.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

good for the price and some views

It is a good, challenging course and very fairly priced during the week. There are a few streams that can be a problem, especially on 9 hah but it is a fun yet intensely sloped course that offers a challenge with shot placement

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

One hour frost delay but turned out to be like 45 minutes. Pace was excellent and luckily a few foursomes only played the front 9.

Fairways were cut short and in good condition. Anywhere else, you have a tough time finding your ball since the grass was so high but being so late in the year, I wasn't expecting it to be perfect. Definitely a nice open course to get the most out of your driver.

Greens were in excellent condition. A little slow from all the water, but I was very pleased with overall condition.

Will be back when the temps go back up.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Much improved

The owners have worked incredibly hard to improve this course and they are doing an awesome job. Greens are well kept and fairways are clean.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Better than the last time is their pledge

Got a quick 18 in before some forecasted rainstorms so pace of play was excellent. They are truly working on improving most holes. I was surprised at how great some of the greens and fairways looked. A few still need work, 17 fairway has a couple spots that are packed dirt. All in all the owners are taking care of the property and going into their 3rd spring it'll be interesting to see what 2021 looks like.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Challenging Hole Layouts

Good challenge trying to keep the ball down the middle of tree lined narrow fairways. Lots of changes in elevation and tilted stances. Fast greens not always true or easy to read. Course can get a bit crowded. Overall an enjoyable experience

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

This is my second time playing this course this year. First time was in the summer and the second was in fall. The greens are fast and in great shape. The leaves were all blown off. It’s a well maintained golf course and hopefully it stays that way. Definitely will play here again if the price doesn’t go up.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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