The bad reviews surely are old. I played here and had a fantastic time - the layout of the course is phenomenal, the conditions are top. A bit challenging for the higher handicapers, but great risk-reward. Staff super helpful and professional. A bit pricey, but you get what you pay. Recommended.
6 months ago
What a course. The best I’ve played this year, and I’ve played a few great courses. In New Jersey make this course one to visit for sure! Immaculate conditions throughout. Some greens had some careless people not fix their pitch marks but other than that I cannot complain. Very hospitable staff too!
4 months ago
Shore Gate is easily one of the nicest courses near the Jersey shore. Featuring undulating greens and fairways, with a terrific and interesting layout, this course will keep you coming back. Although it is not in eye-popping condition as it had been in the past years, it is still a sight to behold. When it is in top shape, you’ll feel like you walked into the TV during the PGA tour. Plenty of tee boxes (some very far back) maintain the championship course feel. The risk-reward design presents you with constant gambles, with deep sand traps galore. One hole is half sand trap. Some traps have the good sand, but some look like the old Sand Barrens course. Even though it is a shore course, you’ll survive without bug spray, and won’t get punished by the afternoon bay breeze. Excellent practice facilities also. A MUST play.
5 years ago
One of the best experiences you can have in public golf. Definitely one of the premier courses in South Jersey. Played there yesterday with three friends and it was in immaculate condition. Public golf courses don’t get much better than this.
4 months ago
Shore Gate is a beautiful course and was in great condition when we played. Complememtary range balls and small bottles of water were a nice touch. The grill at the halfway shack was as good as advertised!
This is a very challenging track with water and deep bunkers abound. The greens are big, firm and fast with tons of undulation. Higher handicap players should play from the gold tees (6,000 yards) to keep the pace of play moving. Low handicappers - you'd better be pin high!
We played on Labor Day weekend, expecting a slow round and played in 4:45. Not great, but not the worst either. Lots of hackers out there for the holiday weekend, the rangers need to keep them moving. All in all it was a great experience and we will be back for sure!
6 months ago
