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Hardest Golf Courses in Sussex County, New Jersey

The 14 most challenging golf courses in Sussex County, New Jersey, ranked by maximum slope rating. Tee-by-tee yardage, slope, and course rating for every course.

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Ranked list of hardest golf courses in Sussex County

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1
Crystal Springs Golf Club
Black tees · 6,531 yds · Rating 73.2 · Par 72 · Semi_privateHardyston
148
2
Newton Country Club
Blue tees · 6,045 yds · Rating 76.7 · Par 70Newton
144
3
Great Gorge
Green tees · 6,232 yds · Rating 76.6 · Par 71Vernon Township
143
4
Skyview Golf Club
Blue tees · 5,953 yds · Rating 76.1 · Par 72 · Semi_privateSparta
143
5
Ballyowen Golf Club
Black tees · 6,887 yds · Rating 73.7 · Par 72Hamburg
140
6
Lake Mohawk Golf Club
White tees · 5,941 yds · Rating 75.3 · Par 74Sparta Township
137
7
Wild Turkey Golf Club
Black tees · 7,202 yds · Rating 75.3 · Par 71Hamburg
135
8
Spa Golf Club
Red tees · 5,526 yds · Rating 73.2 · Par 72Vernon
133
9
Black Bear
White tees · 5,883 yds · Rating 74.3 · Par 72Franklin
132
10
Walkill Country Club
Blue/White tees · 5,799 yds · Rating 73.9 · Par 70 · PrivateFranklin
132
11
Hidden Acres golf Course
Black tees · 7,013 yds · Rating 73.1 · Par 72Sandyston Township
131
12
Rolling Greens Golf Club
Blue tees · 5,980 yds · Rating 74.4 · Par 73Newton
130
13
Farmstead Golf and Country club
White tees · 5,534 yds · Rating 72.2 · Par 69Lafayette
127
14
Culver Lake Golf Course
FWD/MID tees · Rating 67.0Frankford Township
115

Sussex County Golf Course Rankings FAQ

What is the hardest golf course in Sussex County, New Jersey?

Crystal Springs Golf Club in Hardyston is currently the hardest golf course in Sussex County based on slope (slope rating 148).

How many ranked golf courses are in Sussex County, New Jersey?

28 golf courses in Sussex County are cataloged in Stymie's directory. This ranking page shows the top 14 by slope.

How are the rankings calculated?

Rankings use the USGA slope rating from each course's most difficult tee set. Slope measures relative difficulty for a bogey golfer versus a scratch golfer, on a scale from 55 (easiest) to 155 (most challenging). A slope of 113 is average.

Can I book a tee time at these Sussex County courses?

Yes. Each course name links to its Stymie page with scorecard, reviews, architect info, and booking options. Set a tee time alert to be notified when availability opens.