Warrenbrook Golf Course

Got a great deal on golfnow for $20 with cart (the closer you wait until the actual tee-time, the better somerset county tends to cut the rates), questionable weather day as they were forecasting a chance of thunderstorms. The first thunderstorm cell hit us on the first par 5 (#5), a tough hole as it is anyway. 30 mph gusts from left to right. My first ball went into the other fairway on the right. on the second shot, aimed way left and put a provisional barely in the fairway from the back tees. Took a 7 after hitting a 6-iron into the wind (two club wind, even downhill) and two-putting it on the green.

I was surprised when the guy I got matched up with said the greens were just aerated the morning I played (Monday). some courses really put huge holes in the greens. These were like pinholes (and not the entire green it seemed like), and really didn't affect the putting all that much. I am about a 15 handicap and birdied 9 for a 44 on the front. the first storm passed without any rain, sliding to our south. On 14 (another really long par 5, deep dogleg right and downhill), the showers started from another t-storm cell. then things got hard, I took a 50 on the back. 94.

Most of the holes you really have to keep it in the fairway. The rough is really thick and long in spots, certain areas they let the fescue grow in (or tall grass), this course eats a lot of balls. The greens will probably even be better after the aeration, they could use a good cut and roll. If you are off the fairway (even by about 10-15 yards), get ready to master using punch shots to keep you in play. Pretty easy to get to from chatham/summit, taking local roads down the watching reserve / valley. This is my second time there and my ballstriking wasn't quite what it was in the late winter when I played. Can be walked, but the included cart helps a lot. you will get a workout here, the front 9 plays up the side of the mountain and the back 9 plays gradually down into the valley / clubhouse. Par 5's are really difficult, all three of them. The back 9 has a very untraditional layout, 7 par 4's, 1 par 3 and one par 5. The trees also grew in and there you go with the punch shots. Was interrupted on 14 by a golf league (they played 2, then 14), but luckily they let me through after one group to join the twosome in front of me.

Staff seemed non-chalant. I was a few minutes late and the clubhouse attendant said "you're late, there's a twosome out on the tee, go join them". No starters on the course, the local I played with said there are never starters there. self-policing is evident.

Haven't played Warren Brook in years, but a friend recommended it and shared the course was in very nice shape. It was, and overall enjoyed the round.

However, we played behind a clueless foursome that were agonizingly slow to the point where we called the clubhouse after 4 holes. "We don't have any one who can help, we're short staffed today". Two holes open in front, we would have skipped past but for the couple we were playing with were walking and therefore made it difficult.

Folks, play ready golf and be cognizant of your pace of play. The target of 4 hours was sadly hit halfway through the back nine, and 5 hours later we completed the round.

Course is in nice shape, just don't expect to hit the four hour mark.

This is my go-to course. Close to work and easy to get out. Like all public courses in the area high school teams start at 3. So definitely get out before then if you're an afternoon player. The old fellas and ladies league go out in the morning but they are fast.

The mountain rules on this course. Always play the terrain especially on the greens which visually will fool you.

IT WAS VERY NICE TO PLAY UNTIL HIGH SCHOOL KIDS JUMPED IN FRONT OF US ON HOLE #14

I play in the afternoon, not many people playing at that time. Narrow fairways scare a lot of players away but makes you improve your accuracy.

I played this course as a first time due to the price. Great for what it was! I would play it again!

Very nice and very challenging muni GC.

It can be little bit frustrating if you are playing for the first time since few fairways and greens are hidden. However, I've really enjoyed playing here. I wish they had a better green conditions, but I guess it will be better from May. To play good here, you must drive straight~

I understand aeration but, why would you aerate in December, when the grass does not grow and have lousy greens until the middle of May. Do not play here until then, any putt over 12 inches was pure luck. it is still a fun layout and enjoyable to play when conditions are better. Slow play, no ranger, and bring food and drink as there is none there.

I've played here many times (pretty much was my "home" course) and each time still poses a challenge. Fairways are definitley a premium because of the narrow fairways. Although if you hit shots to the right, you'll usually be on another fairway so you can find your shot but dont think you will get it over the trees. Also there are some blind shots so knowing the course and or having a GPS helps. Its walkable, so long as you enjoy the challenge of walking up and done some hills lol. Overall, its a solid course for the $$$.

The greens were perfect. The fairways were in great condition. The rough had some areas were the lack of rain took its toll and made for some hard surface shots.
The main defense to par is the elevation change and sloping fairways. The dry conditions made for a lot of role and much of down the slope to the right or left of the fairway.

I did not use the club house. But as I walked though it looked a bit dated and could use some TLC. That is why I did to rate the food and gave the overall a average. It was typical of a many muni course clubhouse. The course itself is in better condition than the clubhouse.

I've played this course before and thought it was just average, but some friends were going, so I joined their foursome. Staff was particularly snarky and rude, especially the guy in the office, who was very impatient with all of us and contradicted himself when asked about the rates.

The starter was no better, giving us grief for not arriving 20 minutes early (we got there about 10-12 minutes before our tee time) and acting like he was doing us a favor getting us out.

Course is just OK and is overpriced, especially if you don't have a county course.

You can do much better elsewhere.

Course is very nice, well kept. But pace of play was horrible. no rangers which seems to be the norm nowadays. Its a shame.

Fun course. In pretty good shape, especially the greens. A bit pricey unless you get a golfnow deal.

nice old style course, some blind shots that make it more interesting

Off the fairways, balls run forever. Course was pretty empty for a Friday and then I was told its "weekend rates". $67 for an out of county senior to ride was a bit much. Solution: Won't play there on Fridays. Also bring drinking water.

Overall good experience. Fairway a d greens in great shape. Only downside is its a dry couse and there is one vending machine to get water or Gatorade and no turn takes you in at 9. Stay hydrated!

Excellent course to practice hitting it straight, I play this course when I really want to test my irons accuracy.

Some greens are tricky, and some are slow. For a muni it's an excellent value. Do not play on weekends unless you plan to stay for 6hrs. Needs ranger to tell these Slowpokes to keep it in pace.

I really like this course however don't go here if you are off your game. Even slightly awry shots will add two strokes to that hole. Slope of course is high and it deserves it.

Great course if you have the following

6 hours to kill
Helmet
Gandhi's patience

Otherwise don't try it