ATLANTIC COUNTY GREEN TREE G.C.

Greens fees: Atlantic County residents with paid annual I.D. card offered discounts. Weekdays: $13 resident, $20 non-resident. Weekends and holidays: $15 resident, $23 non-resident. After 3 p.m. weekdays: $12 resident, $18 non-resident; weekends $13 resident, $20 nonresident. Juniors and seniors weekdays: $12 residents, $18 nonresidents. $13 for cart, pull cart $3.

Metal spikes: no ban, but prefer soft spikes.

Limited pro shop, driving range.

Course description: Short, fun and inexpensive course that is great for beginners. Fairways are narrow, some greens are sloped. Only two par 5s on course.

ATLANTIC CITY COUNTRY CLUB

Greens fees: $195 Mon. to Thurs. ($150 after 2 p.m.) $225 Fri. to Sun. and holidays. ($175 after 2 p.m.) Rates apply through Sept. 30. Includes cart and tax. Walking guests pay full rate. October $160 Mon. to Thurs. ($125 after 1 p.m.) $180 Fri. to Sun. and holidays. ($145 after 1 p.m.)
*Holidays use Friday – Sunday rates.
**Afternoon rate does not guarantee completion of all 18 holes. All prices are inclusive of cart and tax. Walking guests pay full rate. Rates are subject to change at any time.

Metal spikes: not allowed. Proper golf attire required. No denim. Classes taught by staff PGA-certified teaching professionals Pro shop, driving range, restaurant.

Course description: This recently renovated 109-year-old course has only recently gone public. Featuring classic holes altered to challenge even the most dedicated of golfers, the architects rebuilt every green and tee in order to put a new spin on this classic course. Ranked by Golf Digest as one of the greatest courses in the state.

BLUE HERON PINES G.C.

Greens fees: Weekdays (Monday-Thursday) before 2 p.m. $85, after 2 p.m. $69. Weekends (Friday-Sunday) before 2 p.m. $99, after 2 p.m. $79. Weekend rates apply on all holidays. Call 609-965-1800 for rates.

Tee times: Tee times are recommended and may be made up to 10 days in advance. Reserve tee times online or 800-GOLF-222.

Metal spikes: not allowed.

Pro shop, driving range, restaurant, Blue Heron Pines Learning Center.

Pro's description of course: Five sets of tees on championship holes offer variety and playability for golfers of every level. The West Course plays from 6,777 yards to 5,053 yards with a slope rating of 133-119. Two holes are replicas of holes at Pine Valley, one of the top golf courses in the world. One must play this outstanding layout to really appreciate it. Club has been described as a "private club for the public."

BUENA VISTA C.C.

Greens fees: Weekdays until 1 p.m. $35, after 1 p.m. $25. Weekdays with cart until 1 p.m. $45, after 1 p.m. $32.Tuesdays with cart until 11 a.m. $35, after 11 a.m. $29. Fridays until 1 p.m. $39, after 1 p.m. $32. Fridays with cart until 1 p.m. $49, after 1 p.m. $39. Weekends until 1 p.m. $45, after 1 p.m. $35. Weekends with cart until 1 p.m. $55, after 1 p.m. $42. Twilite (after 4 p.m.) weekdays $17, Friday $22, weekends $25. Twilite with cart during weekdays $24, Fridays $29, weekends $32.

Tee times: Members can schedule tee times 14 days in advance, non-members can schedule tee times 10 days in advance.

Metal spikes: not allowed.

Pro shop, driving range.

Pro's description of course: All fairways are tree-lined. Course is relatively flat and well-bunkered. Course is an excellent challenge.

FROG ROCK C.C.

Greens fees: $21 Mon. to Fri.; $31 Sat., Sun. and holidays. Green fees include a cart. Walking prices: $15 Mon. to Fri., $25 Sat., Sun. and holidays.

Metal spikes: Soft spikes preferred.

Wednesday Night Open Scramble: Every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m., $23 includes 9 holes, dinner, prize.

No tee time required.

Indoor lounge Fridays and Saturdays.

Course description: The former Hammonton Golf & Country Club expanded from a 9-hole course to an 18-hole course that may be difficult for beginners. Fairways are narrow, the greens are fast, and water comes into play on six holes.

HAMILTON TRAILS C.C.

Greens fees: $15 weekdays, $18 Sat. and Sun., $7 for a cart.

Metal spikes: Not allowed.

Driving range, individual lessons and clinics available on Tues. and Wed.

Pro's description of course: Course is fairly flat. Easy walking. Large greens. Regulation length. Par threes require a carry over ponds. Tree-lined, challenging par fours.

HARBOR PINES G.C.

Greens fees: $95 Mon. to Thurs., $115 Fri. to Sun. Includes cart. Twilight after 2 p.m. $65 Mon. to Thurs., $75 Fri. to Sun.

Tee times: Recommended. Available 30 days in advance for members and 14 days in advance for non-members. Reserve tee times at www.harborpines.com or 609-927-0006.

Metal spikes: not allowed. Collared shirts required, no denim, no pull carts.

Pro shop; driving range, restaurant, liquor license, putting and chipping green, teaching program, individual, group lessons, clinics.

Pro's description of course: A parkland-style course. Designed to challenge players of all abilities. Seventeen acres of large greens, water and distinctive bunkering.

LATONA C.C.

Greens fees: $14 Mon. to Fri., $27 Sat., Sun. and holidays. Prices include cart.

Tee times: Not required.

Metal spikes: no preference.

Limited pro shop.

Manager's description: 9-hole regulation course that proves to be difficult. Very well-maintained greens have steep bunkers surrounding most holes. Interesting course for both beginners and the low-handicap player.

THE LINKS AT BRIGANTINE BEACH

Greens fees:Weekdays from open until 1 p.m. $75, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. $55, 4 p.m. to close $35. Weekends from open until 1 p.m. $85, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. $65, 4 p.m. to close $40. Tee times: Recommended and may be reserved up to 14 days in advance. Reserve tee times at www.brigantine-golf.com or 609-266-1388.

Metal spikes: Not allowed (T-shirts, denim and cut-off shorts also prohibited).

Fully stocked pro shop, full-service restaurant, bar and grill, liquor license and full banquet facilities.

Pro's description of course: The Links at Brigantine Beach is an authentic Scottish links golf course and was ranked No. 2 best value golf in the entire state of New Jersey by Golfing Magazine. Located conveniently as the closest public golf course to Atlantic City's premier hotel casinos and world famous Boardwalk, The Links is noted for having the best greens at the beach.

MAYS LANDING G.C.

Greens fees: $58, $45 twilight (after 1 p.m.) Mon. to Thurs.; $74, $45 Fri. to Sun. Includes cart.

Tee times: Recommended, seven days in advance. Reserve tee times at www.gacga.com or (800) GOLF-222.

Metal spikes: not allowed.

Pro shop, banquet facility, group and individual instruction, children's and women's classes.

Pro's description of course: Upgraded course 18 holes cut into the pines of southern New Jersey. Each hole has its own unique design. Course will challenge all levels of play.

MCCULLOUGH'S EMERALD GOLF LINKS

Greens fees: $76, $56 twilight (after 2 p.m.), $31 (after 5 p.m.) Mon. to Thurs. $86, $66, $31 Fri. to Sun. Junior ($31) and senior ($71) rates apply only on weekdays. Egg Harbor Township residents: $46, $36 twilight (after 2 p.m.), $26 (after 5 p.m.) Mon. to Thurs. $56, $43, $26 Fri. to Sun. Junior ($26) senior ($41). Includes cart.

Tee times: Must be booked 12 days in advance for non-residents and 14 days in advance for residents. Book tee times online or by telephone.

Metal spikes not allowed and proper golf attire required.

Pro shop, restaurant and bar.

Description of course: Tremendous vistas abound at this Stephen Kay Irish-Scottish design, just 15 minutes from A.C.

POMONA G&C.C.

Greens fees: $16 weekdays; $18 weekends and holidays; $1 off during twilight hours after 4 p.m. Pull carts $2. Electric carts $10.50, $21 for 18 holes. Student, military, senior citizen and police officer rate $2 off all regular rates with I.D.

Tee times: No tee times required.

Metal spikes: soft spikes preferred.

Limited pro shop; driving range, luncheonette.

Manager's description of course: Located in the Pinelands of Galloway Township. Course is relatively flat with small greens, making approaches a challenge. Course plays well for the novice as well as experienced golfer.

SEAVIEW RESORT & SPA

Greens fees: $99, $59 after 3 p.m. Mon. to Fri. $129, $69 after 3 p.m. Sat. and Sun.

Tee times: Recommended and available 21 days in advance. Hotel guests 60 days in advance. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Metal spikes: not allowed. Proper golf attire required.

Pro shop, driving range, hotel, restaurant, liquor license, chipping and putting greens, Faldo Golf Institute, learning center.

Pro's description of course: The Bay Course, completed in 1915, reflects Scottish influence with small undulating greens, guarded by steep-faced bunkers. The Pines course built into the New Jersey Pinelands, is considered Parkland in style, with long, tree-lined fairways winding wonderfully through the pines.

TWISTED DUNE

Greens fees: $79/$89; Noon to 3 p.m., $80; after 3 p.m., $65. Fri. to Sun., $95/$109; Noon to 3 p.m., $90; after 3 p.m., $75. Golf packages available.

Tee times: Call for tee times. Book 10 days in advance by calling 609-653-8019. Booking is still possible beyond the 10 days at a charge of $5 a player.

Metal spikes: not allowed.

Pro shop, driving range, snack bar, chipping and putting greens, teaching academy.

Pro's description of course: 18-hole Scottish links with mounds, bunkers, quarry, water. Course challenges golfers of all level. This course is very unique for the region. Dedicated ladies' tees added this year will bring the distance of the course to about 5,100 yards. Named New Jersey's No 1. Public Golf Courses in The Jersey Golfer Magazine in 2002.

VICTOR'S PAR 3

Greens fees: $17 Mon. to Fri., $19 Sat., Sun. and holidays.

Owner's description of course: Good for beginners. All holes are par 3. Course and greens kept in good condition.

VINEYARD G.C. AT RENAULT

Greens fees: $74 Mon. to Thurs., $59 after 2 p.m.; $89 Fri. to Sun. and holidays, $74 after 2 p.m. Includes cart.

Metal spikes and denim prohibited. Proper golf attire required.

Pro shop, restaurant, hotel and banquet facilities.

Pro's description of course: Vineyard-style, 18-hole course with five sets of tees stretching from 5,176 up to 7,213 yards. Unique attraction of this course has golfers teeing-off from within the vineyard on select holes.

AVALON C.C.

Greens fees:Weekdays and weekends from open until 1 p.m. $79, 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. $64, after 3 p.m. $49. Wednesdays $39.95 all day. Carts included.

Tee times: Recommended. Tee times can be scheduled two weeks prior at www.avalongolfclub.net.

Metal spikes: Not allowed.

Pro shop, restaurant and bar.

Pro's description of course: Located across the bay from Avalon, this layout offers four sets of tees for the enjoyment and challenge of all levels of golfers. Dogwoods, oaks and pines line all fairways on both sides, putting the premium on accuracy.

B.L. ENGLAND RECREATION CENTER

Greens fees: $18 for nine, $30 for 18, weekdays. $22 for nine, $35 for 18, weekends. Carts are $7 for nine holes, $14 for 18 holes.

Tee times: Available seven days in advance. Reserve tee times by calling 609-390-0472

Metal spikes: Not allowed.

Pro shop. Snack bar, putting green.

Pro's description of course: A well-manicured golf course with small fast greens. Requires shot making, not power. An enjoyable course for the whole family.

CAPE MAY NATIONAL G.C.

Greens fees: Call 609-884-1563 for rates.

Tee times: Required and available seven days in advance.

Metal spikes: not allowed. Proper golf attire required, no denim.

Pro shop, driving range, grill room, bar, putting green, players have full use of locker room and facilities.

Pro's description of course: Classic, turn-of-the-century-designed golf course. The greens are reputed to be among the best in the tri-state area. Course has won many honors with a number of holes named "Best of Jersey." Naturally beautiful setting with 50-acre private bird sanctuary.

CAPE MAY PAR 3 & DRIVING RANGE

Greens fees: $14.95 for 18 holes, $2 extra for clubs, bag and pull cart.

Metal spikes: No preference, but discouraged.

Driving range, pro shop.

Pro's description of course: 18-hole, par-3 course with regulation greens that is beginner friendly with large greens and no hazards except trees. Fun course to play in about two hours.

HERITAGE LINKS

Greens fees: Weekdays and weekends $25 to walk, $32.50 for a cart, $15 for juniors.

Tee times: Recommended and available seven days in advance by calling 609-390-4500.

Pro shop; snack bar, putting green.

Pro's description of course: Nine-hole links-style course. Designed to be unintimidating for beginners, yet challenging for accomplished golfers. Large greens, some water and strategic bunkering.

OCEAN CITY MUNICIPAL G.C.

Greens fees: Weekdays $12, $9 for those 62 and older and 18 and younger; weekends $12 for everyone. Pull carts $3.

Metal spikes: no preference.

Manager's description of course: Small course, set in the wetlands. Good for irons play. Greens are small but in very good shape. Longest hole 240 yards, shortest 65, average 120.

PINES AT CLERMONT G.C.

Greens fees: Weekdays and weekends $25 to walk, $30 to ride, $20 to walk after 3 p.m., $25 to ride after 3 p.m.

Tee times: Recommended. Reservations are available one week in advance by calling 609-624-0100.

Metal spikes: not allowed

Pro shop, putting green.

Description of course: Built of 34 acres of land each of the nine holes is tree-lined with an assortment of ornamental grasses making up the fringes. Water comes into play on three holes.

SAND BARRENS G.C.

Greens fees: Call for rates.

Tee times: Required, 10 days in advance. Reserve tee times at www.gacga.com or 800-GOLF-222.

Metal spikes: not allowed. Proper golf attire required.

Pro shop, driving range.

Manager's description of course: The Sand Barrens Golf Club has been named by The Golfer Magazine as one of the "Top Ten New Courses in America" and by Golf Magazine as one of the "Top 10 Courses You Can Play." The Sand Barrens Golf Club is just minutes away from Atlantic City and the beaches of southern New Jersey.

SHORE GATE GOLF CLUB

Greens fees: Call for rates.

Tee times: Required, may be made up to 14 days in advance. Reserve tee times at www.shoregategolfclub.com or 609-624-8337.

Pro shop, driving range, restaurant.

Manager's description of course: Carved from more than 245 acres of pristine forest, only a few miles from the Atlantic Ocean, Shore Gate is a unique combination of parkland and Scottish links-style design that also presents a dramatic sculptured and undulating feeling. Named to Golf Magazine's "Top 10 New Public Courses" in the United States for 2002 . Named to "Top 10 New Public Courses 2003," named one of "America's Best New Courses," Top 10 You Can Play in America" and "Top 20 in New Jersey" by Golf Digest.

CENTERTON C.C.

Greens fees: Mon. to Fri.: $32 with a cart and $24 to walk, $25 with a cart and $20 to walk after noon. Sat., Sun. and holidays: $48 with a cart, after 11 a.m.: $37 with a cart and $24 to walk.

Tee times: Required and available seven days in advance.

Metal spikes: not allowed. Proper golf attire required.

Pro shop, driving range, restaurant, liquor license.

Pro's description of course: Tree-lined, rolling fairways. Big greens.

COHANZICK C.C.

Greens fees:Weekdays $27 with cart, $20 walking, $24 with cart from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., $17 walking from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., $18 with cart 4 p.m. to close, $12 walking 4 p.m. to close. Weekends $35 with cart, $28 walking, $31 with cart from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., $24 walking from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., $25 with cart from 4 p.m. to close, $19 walking from 4 p.m. until close.

Metal spikes: not allowed. Proper golf attire required.

Pro shop, members-only driving range, restaurant, liquor license.

Pro's description of course: Narrow fairways, small greens. Straight drives and approach shots a must.

EASTLYN G.C.

Greens fees: Mon. to Fri.: $15 walking, $21.50 with cart. After 2 p.m. $13 walking, $20.50 with cart. Sat., Sun. and holidays: $17.25 walking, $24.75 with cart. After 2 p.m $15 walking, $22.50 with cart.

Metal spikes: not allowed.

Pro shop, driving range.

Pro's description of course: Water comes into play on 11 holes. Greens are small and well-bunkered. Excellent for your short game.

SCOTLAND RUN G.C.

Greens fees: $95 Mon. to Thurs., $105 Sat. and Sun. $70 after 3 p.m. every day.

Tee times: Mandatory, seven days in advance.

Metal spikes: not allowed. (Coolers not allowed.)

Pro shop, driving range, restaurant.

Course description: One of the area's most beautiful and challenging courses, the par-71 Scotland Run wraps around an abandoned quarry and incorporates the woodlands, quarry and links-style holes for a memorable golf experience. Lots of water, region-defying cliffs and terrific playing conditions make this course a must-play.

WHITE OAKS C.C.

Greens fees: Mon. to Fri.: $49, $39 after 1 p.m., $33 after 3 p.m.; Sat. and Sun.: $65, $49, $33. Mon. to Fri. for seniors 55 and older, $35.

Tee times: Recommended, seven days in advance.

Metal spikes: not allowed. Proper golf attire required.

Pro shop, restaurant, hitting net.

Pro's description of course: A very player-friendly course with large undulating greens. Boasts a very long 641-yard par 5, which is the highlight of the course.

OCEAN ACRES C.C.

Greens fees: Weekdays $60 with cart, $30 with cart after 3 p.m., $25 walking after 3 p.m. Weekends $60 with cart, $35 with cart after 3 p.m., $30 walking after 3 p.m.

Tee times: Required. Must be made one week in advance.

Metal spikes: Not allowed.

Pro shop, driving range.

Manager's description of course: Open front nine, tight back nine. 10th hole (par 3) is signature hole, with a true island green.

OCEAN COUNTY G.C. AT ATLANTIS

Greens fees: Residents of Ocean County (with purchase of $25 resident card, $10 to renew each year): Mon. to Fri.: $18 in a.m., $12 in p.m. Sat. and Sun.: $24 in a.m., $16 in p.m. Non-residents: Mon. to Fri.: $35 in a.m., $20 in p.m. Sat. and Sun.: $42 in a.m., $24 in p.m. Students and seniors: $15 in a.m., $12 in p.m. Carts are $12 per person.

Tee times: Can be made up to eight days in advance.

Metal spikes: Not allowed.

Limited pro shop, driving range, restaurant.

Manager's description of course: George Fazio design. Four water holes. Challenging, championship course.

SEA OAKS G.C.

Greens fees: Mon. to Thurs.: $90. Fri. to Sun.: $105; 2 to 4 p.m. $55, after 4 p.m. $40.

Tee times: Mandatory, five days in advance.

Metal spikes: not allowed.

Pro shop, clubhouse, restaurant.

Pro's description of course: Encompassing more than 194 pristine acres of natural terrain, Sea Oaks Golf Club was designed by popular golf course architect Ray Hearn. The course layout is specific to southern New Jersey with wind-blown sand, pines and oaks, incorporated into uphill and downhill designs. The course combines unique and diverse water features, formal and informal bunker formations with natural grasses.

Camden County

PINELANDS G.C.

Greens fees: Mon. to Fri.: $33 with cart, $27 without cart, after 3 p.m. $23 with cart, $15 without, after 3 p.m. $21 with cart, $15 without. Sat. and Sun.: $41 with cart, $35 without cart, after 3 p.m. $28 with cart, $20 without.

Tee times: recommended Mon. to Fri., required on weekends and holidays.

Metal spikes: Not allowed.

Pro shop, driving range.

Pro's description of course: Short but tight with numerous elevation changes. A challenge at any level.

Editor's Note: The information on this page was last verified on Dec. 10, 2007.

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