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Originally founded in 1894 as a women-only club, Morris County was among the earliest such clubs in the United States before becoming fully co-ed.
About
Morris County Golf Club is a classic parkland course in Morristown, New Jersey, designed by Seth Raynor and Charles Blair Macdonald. Opened in 1894 and restored in 2001, the course features well-groomed bentgrass greens and fairways, memorable green complexes, and a challenging yet friendly layout. The club offers a full range of amenities including practice facilities, swimming, tennis, and dining.
Caddie Tip
The key to scoring well at Morris County Golf Club is precise approach shots—Seth Raynor’s green sites severely punish shots that miss the putting surfaces. Play conservatively off the tee on shorter par 4s and focus on your short game, as the greens are well-protected and often fast. Always take note of subtle breaks when reading Raynor’s beautifully contoured greens.
The Main Challenge
The greatest challenge at Morris County is navigating Seth Raynor’s expertly contoured green sites. Accurate approaches are vital, as small misses can lead to tricky up-and-downs. Bunkering is penal, and while the course isn’t extremely long, tight drives and sloping fairways make scoring difficult during windy or rainy conditions.
The Good
Members and guests consistently praise the outstanding green complexes and intriguing mix of classic Seth Raynor template holes. The course offers excellent variety, strong shot values, and a quintessential parkland setting that keeps strategic players engaged throughout. Its conditioning and the club amenities are widely regarded as among the finest in the state.
The Not So Good
Some golfers have expressed a desire for improved drainage and more modernized practice facilities. At times, the rough can be thick and penal, making missed fairways especially punishing, which detracts from playability for higher-handicap golfers. Access for non-members is very limited.
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Clubhouse
The clubhouse offers four dining spaces including casual and formal options, a fully stocked bar, and event-hosting space. Members also have access to tennis courts, an Olympic-size swimming pool, locker rooms, fire pit, and seasonal club events.
Practice Facilities
Multiple practice amenities include a driving range renovated in 2011, a large putting green, and an extensive short game area. Practice bunkers and multiple targets on the range allow for thorough preparation before the round.
Dress Code:
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No dress code enforced. All attire is permitted.
Collared shirts not required. Clean, athletic or golf-appropriate casual wear is acceptable.
Collared shirts required. No denim, gym wear, or overly casual clothing.
Collared shirts must be tucked in; no cargo or athletic shorts. No hats indoors.
Elite club standards; jackets required indoors, no changing shoes in the parking lot, and specific attire rules based on the area of the facility.
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