How many yards is the Weequahic Park golf course?
The 18-hole "Weequahic Park" course at the Weequahic Golf Course facility in Newark, New Jersey features 5,579 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 70. The course rating is 66.3 and it has a slope rating of 108 on Rye grass.
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Who designed Weequahic golf Course?
George LowTucked in the corner of historic Essex County Weequahic Park, this is the oldest public course in New Jersey, having been designed by Baltusrol Golf Club professional George Low in 1913.
How much is an Essex County golf Card?
There are eight types of Essex County Golf Cards: Adult Resident $55 Gold $100.00. Senior $30 Gold $70.00. Junior $30 Gold $70.00.
How large is Weequahic Park?
311.33 acresWeequahic Park is 311.33 acres, including an 80 acre lake. The park contains the first public golf course in New Jersey.
How do golf county cards work?
Members use their card to obtain discounted Green Fees as set by the host Club. Cards may only be used once at each Club, and are not valid for groups of more than four players. Tee times must be by prior arrangement with the host Club.
What is golf CDH?
Your Central Database of Handicap (CDH) card is your proof of your handicap and links to your handicap record. Remember to take it to open competitions at your local course or when you're visiting any club in England. All England Golf members can download their CDH card for free.
How do you pronounce weequahic?
Weequahic (pronounced wee-KWAY-ik, though many locals say WEEK-wake) is a neighborhood in the city of Newark in Essex County, New Jersey, United States.
How long is the track at Weequahic Park?
0.6 mileWeequahic Park track is a 0.6 mile (1,500-step) route located near Newark, New Jersey, USA. This route has an elevation gain of about 6.6 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.
When was Weequahic Park built?
John Charles Olmsted of Olmsted Brothers was hired to create the park plan, which was completed in 1901. Olmsted's vision transformed mosquito-ridden Weequahic Lake and its environs into a naturalistic landscape with broad lawns, forested groves and an 80-acre lake, the largest in Essex County.
Where is Weequahic Park in New Jersey?
Weequahic Park Golf Course is set on a beautifully rolling property and new bunkers have been added to the course through our renovation efforts that have greatly enhanced its strategic and visual appeal. Tucked in the corner of Newark’s historic Weequahic Park, this is the oldest public course in New Jersey having been designed by Baltusrol Golf Club professional George Low in 1913. While Weequahic measures slightly less than 6,000 yards, the course offers an ideal golfing landscape and its small greens make low scoring difficult. Among the best holes on this lovely course are the uphill par five 3rd with two large bunkers carved into the hillside on this hole, as well as the long par four 16th that plays to the crest of this same hill and down to the green that is set in base of its long slope.
Who designed the first public golf course in New Jersey?
Tucked in the corner of Newark’s historic Weequahic Park, this is the oldest public course in New Jersey having been designed by Baltusrol Golf Club professional George Low in 1913.
What is the difference between hole 9 and hole 11?
Hole 9 has a great view of lower Manhattan if you look in the right place, and hole 11 has a great view of downtown Newark over the lake. Great fairways, whole course is very well kept and manicured; challenging holes, given that some are narrow. Variety is good with some picturesque par 3s, and some interesting hills.
Is Variety good for par 3 golf?
Variety is good with some picturesque par 3s, and some interesting hills. Sand traps are not too abundant but very tough if you wind up in one. They recently renovated the clubhouse and parking lot and it is more becoming of the beautiful course. Doug H. Newark, NJ. 0.
