Somerset County Parks and Recreation
Our destination bursts with natural beauty that makes it an idyllic setting for playing outdoors. Breathtaking parks and gardens, both community and private. Superb equestrian centers and country clubs. Highly rated and popular golf courses. Action-packed possibilities for a broad spectrum of sports, including professional baseball. Get moving—and start exploring Somerset County.
New Jersey National Golf Club
Welcome to New Jersey National Golf Club, one of Central New Jersey’s best kept secrets. A premier private golf club nestled in the lush meadows of the Watchung Mountains, New Jersey National boasts 18-holes of Championship Golf and the casually elegant Red Oak Grille restaurant, while also serving as the perfect public venue to host parties and special events for
Read MoreQuail Brook Golf Course
Quail Brook Golf Course is one of the top public courses in Central New Jersey. This 18 hole, 6,617 yard course is heavily wooded, and known for its rolling front nine and tight, hilly back nine. A driving range, golf shop and snack bar are also located at the facility.
Read MoreRaritan Valley Country Club
Designed by H. Barker in 1911, Raritan Valley Country Club’s golf course is an 18 hole regulation course with a rating of 72.2 and a slope rating of 131 on bent grass. A private equity golf course, Raritan Valley has an “Accompanied by Member” guest policy.
Read MoreRoyce Brook Golf Club
Royce Brook Golf Club features two courses, one public and one private. The East Course, open to members as well as the public, has a four star rating from Golf Digest as well as being rated one of GolfWeek’s “Top 10 Golf Courses” among public courses in the state of New Jersey. This course features a 6,946-yard, par 72, parkland-style
Read MoreSpooky Brook Golf Course
Spooky Brook Golf Course is relatively flat, 6,612 yard, 18 hole public course is known for its spacious greens, tees, and fairways. Easy to walk, it is a favorite of senior golfers. A driving range is operated at the facility, and a golf shop and snack bar are available as well.
Read MoreThe United States Golf Association Museum
The USGA Museum is home to the world’s premier collection of golf artifacts and memorabilia. The greatest champions and greatest moments in American golf history come alive here through entertaining and engaging exhibits that feature numerous multi-media and interactive displays. Play the game the way it used to be played; the Pynes Putting Course, inspired by the world-renowned Himalayas putting
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