Great Gorge
Course at a glance
Great Gorge is an 18-hole golf course in Vernon Township, New Jersey. From the Blue tees, Great Gorge plays to 6,645 yards at par 70. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 5,103 to 6,645 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.4, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 83% 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. Tee times at Great Gorge are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Great Gorge
Great Gorge is a 18-hole golf course located in Vernon Township, New Jersey.. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,645 yards with a par of 70. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.4.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 143, Great Gorge is one of the more challenging courses in New Jersey, playing harder than 83% 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 5,103 to 6,645 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
70
Length
6,645
Slope
132
Rating
72.4
Course Difficulty Analysis
143
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 132 | 72.4 | 191 | 572 | 229 | 367 | 416 | 174 | 449 | 450 | 404 | 3252 | 449 | 404 | 188 | 336 | 157 | 587 | 504 | 399 | 369 | 3393 | 6,645 |
GreenWomen's | 143 | 76.6 | 175 | 519 | 215 | 347 | 416 | 150 | 397 | 427 | 389 | 3035 | 431 | 348 | 166 | 324 | 150 | 570 | 483 | 360 | 365 | 3197 | 6,232 |
GreenMen's | 130 | 70.4 | 175 | 519 | 215 | 347 | 416 | 150 | 397 | 427 | 389 | 3035 | 431 | 348 | 166 | 324 | 150 | 570 | 483 | 360 | 365 | 3197 | 6,232 |
WhiteMen's | 127 | 68.2 | 152 | 504 | 178 | 330 | 400 | 129 | 377 | 398 | 311 | 2779 | 365 | 339 | 155 | 310 | 135 | 556 | 472 | 337 | 353 | 3022 | 5,801 |
WhiteWomen's | 138 | 73.9 | 152 | 504 | 138 | 330 | 400 | 129 | 377 | 397 | 311 | 2738 | 365 | 339 | 155 | 310 | 135 | 556 | 472 | 337 | 353 | 3022 | 5,760 |
Red | 130 | 71.7 | 91 | 480 | 138 | 307 | 377 | 116 | 367 | 397 | 282 | 2555 | 329 | 311 | 135 | 291 | 123 | 528 | 451 | 306 | 324 | 2798 | 5,353 |
Red | 121 | 65.0 | 91 | 480 | 138 | 309 | 377 | 116 | 367 | 215 | 311 | 2404 | 329 | 311 | 135 | 291 | 123 | 528 | 452 | 306 | 224 | 2699 | 5,103 |
| Par | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 15 | 5 | 11 | 13 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 2 | 16 | 14 | 18 | 4 | 10 | 12 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Great Gorge 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,645 | 132 | 72.4 | 5-15 |
Green | 6,232 | 143 | 76.6 | 5-15 |
Green | 6,232 | 130 | 70.4 | 5-15 |
White | 5,801 | 127 | 68.2 | 12-22 |
White | 5,760 | 138 | 73.9 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,353 | 130 | 71.7 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,103 | 121 | 65.0 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Great Gorge
Great Gorge 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 Great Gorge. 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 Great Gorge a public or private golf course?
Great Gorge is a public golf course located in Vernon Township, NJ. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Great Gorge have?
Great Gorge is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Great Gorge?
From the White tees, Great Gorge plays to 5,801 yards (par 70). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 5,103 to 6,645 yards.
What is the slope rating at Great Gorge?
The Blue tees at Great Gorge have a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Great Gorge?
Yes, walking is allowed at Great Gorge. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Great Gorge?
Visit the official course website at https://greatgorgegolfclub.com/ to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Great Gorge offer?
Great Gorge offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Great Gorge located?
Great Gorge is located in Vernon Township, NJ.
What is the difficulty level at Great Gorge?
Great Gorge is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 143. It plays harder than 83% 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 Great Gorge?
Great Gorge offers 7 tee sets. Blue tees (6,645 yards, slope 132) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (5,103 yards, slope 121) 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 Great Gorge?
Beginners at Great Gorge should play the Red tees, which play 5,103 yards with a slope of 121. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Great Gorge?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White tees (slope 127, rating 68.2) at Great Gorge has a course handicap of 15, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Great Gorge?
A typical round at Great Gorge 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.