Essex County Country Club
Course at a glance
Essex County Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in West Orange, New Jersey (07052). The course was designed by Charles Banks and opened in 1887. From the Black tees, Essex County Country Club plays to 7,101 yards at par 71. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 5,588 to 7,101 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 75.0, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 93% of rated golf courses in New Jersey. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 21-30 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Essex County Country Club.
About Essex County Country Club
Essex County Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in West Orange, New Jersey (07052). The course was designed by Charles Banks and established in 1887. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,101 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 75.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 148, Essex County Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in New Jersey, playing harder than 93% of rated courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 5,588 to 7,101 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Golf in New Jersey typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
71
Length
7,101
Slope
142
Rating
75.0
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
148
This Course
135
NJ Average
113
US Average
Based on 260 rated courses in New Jersey
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 142 | 75.0 | 385 | 312 | 395 | 423 | 468 | 173 | 649 | 534 | 169 | 3508 | 440 | 208 | 462 | 585 | 328 | 255 | 442 | 385 | 488 | 3593 | 7,101 |
Blue | 132 | 72.1 | 382 | 285 | 376 | 420 | 443 | 171 | 560 | 494 | 147 | 3278 | 437 | 185 | 421 | 532 | 311 | 218 | 422 | 374 | 439 | 3339 | 6,617 |
WhiteWomen's | 148 | 77.8 | 369 | 277 | 358 | 410 | 416 | 164 | 525 | 467 | 137 | 3123 | 427 | 174 | 383 | 487 | 301 | 200 | 411 | 367 | 423 | 3173 | 6,296 |
WhiteMen's | 129 | 71.0 | 369 | 277 | 358 | 410 | 416 | 164 | 525 | 467 | 137 | 3123 | 427 | 174 | 383 | 487 | 301 | 200 | 411 | 367 | 423 | 3173 | 6,296 |
GoldWomen's | 140 | 75.6 | 369 | 277 | 358 | 410 | 410 | 164 | 455 | 416 | 137 | 2996 | 427 | 174 | 359 | 477 | 301 | 185 | 346 | 367 | 369 | 3005 | 6,001 |
GoldMen's | 132 | 69.1 | 369 | 277 | 358 | 410 | 410 | 164 | 455 | 416 | 137 | 2996 | 427 | 174 | 359 | 477 | 301 | 185 | 346 | 367 | 367 | 3003 | 5,999 |
Red | 133 | 73.1 | 323 | 251 | 314 | 365 | 410 | 138 | 455 | 416 | 95 | 2767 | 357 | 171 | 359 | 477 | 246 | 185 | 346 | 313 | 367 | 2821 | 5,588 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 12 | 14 | 10 | 4 | 2 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 9 | 3 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Essex County Country Club offers 7 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 7,101 | 142 | 75.0 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,617 | 132 | 72.1 | 5-15 |
White | 6,296 | 148 | 77.8 | 5-15 |
White | 6,296 | 129 | 71.0 | 5-15 |
Gold | 6,001 | 140 | 75.6 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,999 | 132 | 69.1 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,588 | 133 | 73.1 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Essex County Country Club
Essex County Country Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Essex County Country Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Essex County Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Essex County Country Club is a public golf course located in West Orange, NJ. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Essex County Country Club have?expand_more
Essex County Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1887. The course was designed by Charles Banks.
What is the yardage at Essex County Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Essex County Country Club plays to 6,296 yards (par 72). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 5,588 to 7,101 yards.
What is the slope rating at Essex County Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Essex County Country Club have a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 75.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Essex County Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Essex County Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Essex County Country Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.essexcountycc.com/ or call 973-731-1400 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Essex County Country Club offer?expand_more
Essex County Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Essex County Country Club located?expand_more
Essex County Country Club is located at 350 Mt Pleasant Ave in West Orange, NJ 07052. You can reach them at 973-731-1400.
What is the difficulty level at Essex County Country Club?expand_more
Essex County Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 148. It plays harder than 93% of golf courses in New Jersey. The average slope rating in New Jersey is 135. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Essex County Country Club?expand_more
Essex County Country Club offers 7 tee sets. Black tees (7,101 yards, slope 142) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,588 yards, slope 133) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Essex County Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Essex County Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,588 yards with a slope of 133. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Essex County Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 129, rating 71.0) at Essex County Country Club would have a course handicap of 17 and an expected score of approximately 88. This uses the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Essex County Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Essex County Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.