123 Route 94, Vernon, New Jersey 07462, US
(973) 827-2000
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About Mountain Creek Resort

Mountain Creek Resort is a four-season destination in Vernon, N.J., just an hour outside of New York City. It features a waterpark; the 27-hole Great Gorge course, which was purchased in 2018; the Treescape Aerial Adventure Park, home to zip-lining, climbing obstacles and rope walks; and a Bike Park of 52 trails that is loaded with jumps and 1,000 feet of vertical drop. The course was part of the old Playboy Club in the 1970s and 1980s, attracting famous names such as Dean Martin and Bob Hope for a game. It’s a beautiful property with wonderful mountain views and elevation changes. Guests can stay in the Appalachian hotel or enjoy more space and privacy in a one- to three-bedroom townhome rental at Black Creek Sanctuary. Both accommodations offer outdoor pool and hot tub facilities. 

Facts

Price Range$$$
Property Class★★★★
Acres532
Year Opened1965
Number of Units100-300

Amenities & Services

RestaurantsCasual, Bar
Room TypesRoom, Suite
Fitness CenterYes
Practice FacilityYes
Banquet SpaceYes

Rules

Is the resort pet friendly?No
Is resort stay required for a tee time?No

Golf courses at Mountain Creek Resort

Golfer Photos

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars
1127 Reviews (1127)
Reviews 35
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great day but windy!!

Tough course from the greens with windy conditions. Greens were perfect but tough.

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 154
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 10
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 2.0
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

Traps need sand

Coarse conditions were excellent, except 80% of sand Traps had no sand. However they were well groomed

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Reviews 10
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Improved but needs work

Played as a twosome Lake and Quarry course. Tee time was 1:30 PM. We began behind a foursome two men two women we observed for approximately 15 minutes on the first T as the men attempted to give the ladies a lesson there were numerous swing and Misses before contact was finally made after about 20 minutes. One of the gentlemen motioned us to play through. We accepted gratefully. We never saw them again. We proceeded to finish our round in approximately 4 1/2 hours, not bad considering. The course conditions were good considering the time of year. I have played the Lake course many times where the ground ate your shoes as you sunk into the sunk into the mud. This year, the fairways were consistently hard and the ball actually ran a bit the greens, where what I considered slow but true if you happen to go in a trap, he prepared not to see any sand. Overall, the course could use an influx of cash. The cart path are horrendous. I wouldn’t play if I had hemorrhoids. The tee areas are generally fairly beaten up and need to be rotated especially on the par threes. Despite the foregoing complaints I would still say it’s a playable golf course with a very good layout.

Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 2.0
T O P 500
Reviews 106
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Need to fluff up the bunkers.

Hitting out of the bunker was very challenging. They were like dirt not sand. Lost a few strokes because the bunkers were not sand.

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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Reviews 6
Recommended
Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Overall Rate

Tee boxes definitely need work. The fairways were soft and bit on the hairy side. If you hit fairway it’ll roll maybe 1-10 yards or not at all. If you hit rough good luck finding your ball(not every hole). You’ll definitely run over a golf ball or find some if you’re right above it otherwise taking a stroke and drop is highly recommended. Greens were above average I’d say the stimp was about 8-9 but I felt it was a bit on the slower side(my dad and I are use to playing 10 and above) but that could be due to playing in the early morning. Pace of play was great finished in 3hrs and 10min. However, if you’re not hitting the first to fifth tee time you’ll most likely have a five hour round. Overall I’d rate the course currently 4 Star, great track.

PS. If you slice or hook often please do not play here otherwise go up to the very front tee box.

Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
T O P 500
Reviews 116
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Slow and fast

Pace of play extremely slow..almost every 5hours!

Greens are fast especially downhill.. no 5 on rail(par 3) crazy slopes, 3-4 putts if you are above the hole

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Top 500 Contributor
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 3.0
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great greens!

Last time I played here was in the pouring rain 20 years ago. Greens were great, prices fair, people working super helpful, fun layout. Surprised how nice the conditions were.

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
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Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

Nice course

Nice layout, the tee boxes could use a little attention there were a lot of bare spots and uneven footing. I thought the fairways could be mowed a little shorter. Not a lot of run out. However the greens were amazing.

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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Always a great time

It’s always a good time at GG. They obviously care about the facility, and it’s a great value

Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
T O P 500
Reviews 106
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Good shape

The course is in great shape for early in the season

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Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 1.0
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Phenomenal

Keep this place going. Must play amazing experience. Great golf escape. So much to do can spend the whole day there.

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First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 53
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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