Harkers Hollow Golf Club

This course has a beautiful layout and a great tradition, but I guess economic conditions in the area have made it difficult to provide the necessary maintenance. The bunkers were more like waste areas, and the fairways had lots of weeds and brown areas. I wish the owners would find a way to invest in fixing up the course and promoting it's potential beauty.

Harker's Hollow Golf Course is a moderately difficult golf course in Phillipsburg, NJ. Upon arriving, the staff was very friendly and provided us with a scorecard and a cart. When we went out onto the course, I noticed that the fairways are not well kept at all. The bunkers have weeds growing in them and there's not that much sand. The greens are pretty well kept, on most holes. For $25, it's worth playing if you just want to play. If you want to play on a more well-kept course, spend the extra money and play at a different course.

the fairways are non-existent. basically it's all rough. the sand traps are just overgrown weed boxes.

I have played Harker's before and I will play it again - as much as possible. If you're a course snob this place probably isn't for you. But for the average to intermediate golfer, this place can't be beat - and for beginners (or trying to teach one) this is it. Hands down you can't beat $30 for 18 holes with a cart. I paid triple the weekend before and quite honestly - not sure why - it was the same driving distance. Sure - the fairways are a little rough here and the bunkers are not in good shape, but the greens are fantastic. The staff couldn't be nicer and the $9.00 lunch deal (any food item with a free 1/2 pitcher of beer) means you played 18 holes with a cart (with some spectacular views), excellent food and beer for $39 bucks. You tell me where to find better value than that - I am all ears. Oh - not to mention they give you a "Bounce Back" coupon that allows you 2 for 1 greens fees if you come back within 6 days. Sure - this caters to the more local crowd but because I played on Sunday I could use it the following Saturday - so another round with a friend for $15. Yep - 5 stars folks.

The views at the higher points are stunning and 18 back to the clubhouse is great. I am glad this place exists and I hope it stays true to itself - make the improvements necessary but don't jack the rates because you "can".

Jokingly - my only complaint is they got away from the old logo on the shirts - I like my 1939 and swinging stick figure short! I forgive you! Ha.

Looking forward to heading back soon!

Well played. Fairways in tough shape. Greens were perfect

It had been at least 15 years since I played this course. The weather was cool for the end of April. Like many other courses it is slow to recover after a cold winter. The fairways were absolutely awful, and apparently that is not a change from last year. It is best to hit the ball into the rough (not the trees) for a good lie.The bunkers look as if they hadn't been touched in years. It may be that they are being allowed to grow into grass bunkers. The greens were in excellent shape, and some proved to be very difficult. However, not every course is a garden, and the views surrounding the course are wonderful. .I enjoyed playing there. Keep reminding yourself that the courses in Old Tom Morris' day weren't the groomed lawns that we like to see today.

I learned the game at Harker's as a high school student more than 40 years ago. After a harker's fell into disrepair, I was surpised to hear that it went semi-private. I decided to try it out last year. Greens were ok, but the fairways were not doing well (grubb damage).
I tried it again yesgerday and am I happy that I did!!! The greens are a great and the fairways are almost back to their original luster of 40 years ago! This is a great course with varied elevations, a few bunkers and some water hazards to add a little challenge to the mix. In short, this course is a tremendous value and I would highly recommend it for a beginner or intermediate golfer. It will not be challenging to the more experienced golfer.

Challenging course, hard to read the greens. Wonderful views and can't wait to play again !!! Great course.

What the reviews say is true: greens are in super condition and fairways are mostly pretty poor. Fairways are better on the back than front though. Yes, in some cases, fairways are just dirt in ALOT of area so you'll have to move your ball a few feet to get a fair lie. This place does have a fun layout though and nice views. It does kind of have a feel that you are sneaking onto a defunct course which was ravaged by Sandy a few years ago....down trees, torn fences, weeds, low maintained, etc. Be realistic though, it's a great value if you get a Hot Deal rate on GolfNow. If you can play 18 with a cart for under $20, I don't see how you can think it's a bad overall experience in my opinion, regardless of the condition of some fairways. Have played a few times with groups and as a single. Always have had the whole course to self so pace has always been the best!

greens in good condition, fairways sparse in some areas, rough was a challenge

Course is close and good for me too practice on. The greens are in beautiful shape. However the fairways are a mess. Also bring your GPS because it's not well marked

Save your money this course is worth 5 dollars for 18 holes with a cart. the green are fantastic but everything else is like playing in a park with no grass.

The fairways were in bad shape. Hard to find a green area in some fairways.

This was my first time back at Harkers in about 5 years. First the good...got a great rate on a Golf Now and the greens were in decent shape. The rest was disappointing. The fairways were either burned out or not mowed. Conditions from hole to hole were inconsistent. The place doesn't seem to be cared for at all because from what I remembered, it was pretty good. Stopped in for a post round beer, and the bar was not very inviting. I hope the owners are planning on better maintenance because it's a great piece of land.

At the very least, grass(weeds & dirt) could have been mowed. It appeared to not have been cut for at least a week. Fairways were dry, full of crabgrass and weeds, and bare in most spots. Only saving grace was the greens. An employee said the course was good now in comparison to how it was. They should shut down until they get their act together

Though the course does need service on some of the starting 9, the layout is always fun and with character. Approach and greens were a challenge, which I like. Greens in great condition. Staff was friendly and the lunch special was a treat.

The greens were excellent. The view tremendous. The pace of play fast. The price is super reasonable. Even with brownout fairways and the poorly maintained facilities, a good bargain for the hacker like myself or even bogey golfers.

I play 100 or so courses, and 100 is my score.
I can see that this was a once Great place to play.
It was not as bad as some reviews I've read.
Greens were Great, Fairways not sooo, but move the ball 5 inches and get a lie/lye. Mountain based course with influence all over, bump and run to many greens. I can't wait to get my novice brother on this course, perhaps his novice son, and play it often. Real golf course from the 1930's coming back to popularity I would hope. I drive 1 hour plus to visit and will do it anytime. Not PGA, but a great value and beautiful course that can entertain and sharpen one's game. I hope that the owners will continue to upgrade and entice more players. Hidden Gem for the average golfers to support.

Heard years ago this course was very nice. Knew someone who used to be a member. Decided to try it but played on patchy burned out fairways and weeds taking over tee boxes. Greens were in good shape but overall I was disappointed in its condition. I see the potential in this course but for whatever reason it has not been well maintained.

usually a very nice course. But fairways are in horrible condition right now.