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4.1
523 Reviews (523)
5 Stars
155
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
18
1 Stars
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Conditions
4.0
Value
4.2
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.6
88.1%
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461 out of 523 reviews
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4.2
24 Reviews (24)
5 Stars
10
4 Stars
9
3 Stars
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2 Stars
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Conditions
4.0
Value
4.3
Layout
4.3
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.6
StaffFriendliness
4.6
95.8%
Recommend this course
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4.1
79 Reviews (79)
5 Stars
31
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
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1 Stars
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Conditions
4.0
Value
4.2
Layout
4.4
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.6
87.3%
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69 out of 79 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6770 yards
Slope 129
Rating 72.6

Flanders Valley Golf Course boasts two championship courses that sprawl across the rolling countryside of Morris County. The facility is considered one of the best public golf courses in New Jersey and has even been ranked as one of the top 75 public courses in the country. The Red-to-Gold Course has a hillier terrain than the other course, White-to-Blue, which has a more traditional design. It is the more challenging of the two courses with mature trees scattered throughout and uneven lies provided by the elevation changes, which also offer scenic views of the idyllic surroundings. The Red-to-Gold's seventh hole is the most difficult of all the 36 holes at Flanders. This tricky par 4 has trees flanking both sides and it is also subject to the prevailing winds.

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Course Details

Year Built 1963
Golf Season Open: 4/01 Closed: 11/30
Architect Hal Purdy Rees Jones (1982) Keith Evans (1982)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes
Pull-carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Snacks

Available Facilities

Locker Rooms

Reviews

4.1
523 Reviews (523)

What Golfers Are Saying

Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 15
Water Hazards 10
Bunkers 9
This course/club is great for:
Locals 14
Walkers 14
Advanced Golfers 9
This Course's Location is:
In the 'Burbs 18
Worth the Drive 6

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4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
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First Time Playing

Red White not Blue White

The White 9 were a big improvement over the red 9. Website indicates that Blue white course is open but at this time only red white is open. I would not want to play the red 9 again. Boring flat straight fairways with out many trees. The white course was layer out much better. Conditions were pretty good though only red tee boxes were available. I would come back and play blue white. I was also told the golf course is hilly and challenging but I have no interest in playing the red ever again

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
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Walked
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 11
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Nice local course

Nice course layout for red and white. I found white challenging. Will absolutely play here again.
Staff are friendly and nice.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Nice course

Not a very challenging course, we played white to red, which is what they have open for the winter, greens had a lot of top dressing making it impossible for the ball to spin , but that’s expected for winter golf. Golf now price was a steal, but once summer comes expect to pay $70+ per round, which in my opinion it’s not worth the money. Overall, very fun layout, very friendly staff.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Walked

Very nice public course

Fairways and greens were in great shape at this time of the year. Enjoyed the layout. Tee boxes need a little maintenance.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
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I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
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I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

good in general

This was our first time play there, the course was very wet, it was raining the whole day before. But the course view is nice, lots trees. It will be great if in a good weather, I think.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked

A great course in Morris County!

Out in western NJ, this course has everything you need in a golf course. Played here, while they were still in winter rates ($25) so we played the White-Red Courses,. White was much more challenging than Red. You have to hit many different types of golf shots due to all the odd lies and angles to the green. I can't wait to come back in the summer. I heard the Gold course was awesome. Super friendly staff.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 58
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very nice for an old guy

I'm 71, use to be good ,but now can still break 80 from senior/ladies tees. Not use to walking ,but had to. Course was wet, but not difficult to walk at all. I'm tired today though! Played temp tees, to sandy greens. But they were actually good to putt on. Staff was great! Would definitely come back during season to actually see what the holes really play like. Also 2 other nines that seemed hillier.. Only problem was that I was a single. Caught a 3 some on 6th hole and they had no clue as to letting me play through.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 125
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 125
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Hidden gem

I am lucky enough to live in town and play this course 90% of the time. The grounds are well maintained. The greens are fantastic although probably the toughest greens to score on in NJ. You need to consider your shots carefully!!
There are a lot of ways to get in trouble if you don’t play smart. The tee boxes could use a little help. Tee boxes are well placed. From the white tees, the average golfer (me) can play to the 150 marker without issue on most holes.
Harder from the tips for sure.
The fairways have plenty of room to try and bomb one but missing big will cost you big.

Walking this course is very doable!! There are a few on holes on the Gold course that are a climb but the Red nine flattens out. White to Blue is very walkable.

As far as the staff? A+. The staff is top notch and welcoming. If someone is not friendly it’s probably your fault.
Play well
AJ Cif

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Commented on 03/25/2023

Love this course as well!

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

A hidden gem

The course after frost delay lifted played spectacular. greens were in terrific shape and course meticulous I highly recommend @

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Previously Played

Nothing changes here

I used to play here routinely quite some time ago. My biggest issue is the pace of play. There are no rangers and thusly you are at the mercy of the slowest player out there! We played eleven holes and then quit. Hitting the ball and then waiting for the next shot, doesn't facilitate for a fun time. You can't gain any momentum. My reasoning for not playing here in years evidently still exists.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 25
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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