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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
3.4
9 Reviews (9)
5 Stars
1
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
2
Conditions
3.4
Value
4.1
Layout
3.6
Pace
3.4
Amenities
3.3
StaffFriendliness
3.7
77.8%
Recommend this course
7 out of 9 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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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played

The new owners, in my opinion, have done and are doing a very good job with this course. It used to be a mess just a couple of years ago, it’s actually playable and enjoyable again.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice round

I enjoyed the round. Fairways need water, but greens were well kept and were challenging. I’ll play here again.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 31
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once 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
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great Challenging Course

I would play this course once a week if i lived closer to it!

They really are starting to turn things around here!

Absolutely get over there and play!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Previously Played

Not much improved from last year.

Not sure if it’s because it have not rained much, but the fairways are so dry and dusty. Greens are not as bad, except for some that have patches with no grass at all. Was hoping new ownership had improved it a lot, based on emails sent out.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very nice

Course is getting much better or so I am told by others at the course today. Had a very nice day.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 26
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nicer then expected

Negative comments from folks that had played there prior. Enjoyed our round. Nice track, great pace of play, all greens were in great shape except one. Course could use a little TLC. Needs some watering in certain areas and this will get worse as temps increase.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing

Fun course, difficult layout

Had a fun time playing this course, however I know they've been working hard to get it back in shape. The mountains makes this course difficult to keep the ball in the fairway since your barely ever hitting flat surface. The fairways are hard so if you're good at playing "Pan" style golf ( harder surface) you'll be OK. Tee boxes definitely need the most work. Greens where in good shape. Not sure or not if I would play there again though...

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 42
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

harkers hollow

not bad only 1 green had fungus =greens were good place was fast-hard -needs rain but over all I was pleasantly surprised new sand in traps good deal on golfnow!!!!!!!!!!!4 stars!!!!!!!!!!!!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Great Recovery Going On

4 years ago would have never gone back here. New Ownership is doing a wonderful job of bringing this course back to life. Only things left is to work on tee boxes.

Great day out on this scenic Golf Course

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

So glad it’s being brought back to its glory days

I’ve played Harker’s on and off for quite some time now, and had stopped back before it was taken over by the new team. It was a shame, the course was really let go and it just became too frustrating to play. WELL NOT NOW! The greens today were playing better than they were 5 years ago, the fairways are coming in nicely and the manicures of the fairways/rough/tees and greens are really good. The tee boxes are still making their ways back, and some of the rough areas, I do hope that they eventually upgrade the sand quality in the bunkers. Anyways, You can tell that they are busting their humps to get this place back on the map. I applaud everyone involved for the work being done. And I will absolutely recommended it to anyone. Job well done folks.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

It's will Forever be "Slopey" - as in Mountain Golf

Not sure slopey is even a word, but what I mean is the course was built one hundred years ago into the base / foothill of a Warren County NJ "mountain", so that will never change. Therefore, many and I mean many of the holes involve severe slope either left to right, or right to left - or severe uphill or downhill shots. It's hard enough to hit a fairway in golf, but when many tee shots fall off to the left or right, especially on the back nine, be prepared for your approach shots to be from the rough, and I mean "rough." - While this course HAS MADE SIGNIFICANT PROGRESS in terms of condition, especially the greens, which were VERY NICE, the fairways, rough and tee boxes still need a few years of improvement. Kudos to the new owners who are making great strides! But did I say improvement? Yes, plan on having to "improve" your lie in essentially everywhere your ball lands. I needed to improve my lie in almost every fairway and rough. The fairways were hard and not very plush. Again, I am NOT saying it wasn't a decent day on the golf course, but the fairways and tee boxes still need help. Conversely, the greens were beautiful - never a Flat putt though. Overall - this is a tough course in my opinion. Do not let the yardage fool you, this course is tough to score well on for the average golfer. It's the kind of course you'll need to play at least 4 or 5 times to "know" where to land your ball. I definitely recommend giving Harkers Hollow a try though - and then would like to see how your "review" compares to mine. Enjoy Your Round!

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Worth checking out

After years of neglect, this course has really seen some major improvements since the management change. Serene landscape, great amenities, friendly and flexible staff, awesome snack shack at the 9th and grill/bar at the end. Though I didn't have a chance to check it out, they also have a huge pool for the family.

Definitely worth checking out. Beautiful course, forgiving but challenging course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Marked improvements

First time playing since new owners took over. Many improvements, notably the greens and bunkers. Fairways are decent but tee boxes are still awful. It's obvious they are spending the time and money to improve this great layout. Will definitely be back!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

No clue why this is so low rated

Great course especially for the price. Spent more to play at much worse places. Will be back!

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