Panoramic view of a lush green golf course fairway at Canoe Brook Country Club with mature trees and a clear sky

Summit, New Jersey· Private

Golf at Canoe Brook?
Track Your Handicap & Bets

Short Grass is the free golf app used by golfers at Canoe Brook Country Club to log rounds, track their USGA handicap index, and run Nassau, Low Medal, and Skins bets — all on the course, in real time.

4.6(223 Google reviews)
72Par
6,890Yards (Black (North))
137Slope
73.8Rating
Designed by Walter J. Travis (North Course, South Course)

About Canoe Brook Country Club

Canoe Brook Country Club, nestled in the picturesque landscape of Summit, New Jersey, offers a premier private golf experience. Established in 1901, the club boasts two magnificent 18-hole championship courses, both originally designed by the legendary Walter J. Travis. Travis, a four-time U.S. Amateur champion and renowned golf course architect, crafted courses that embody classic design principles, emphasizing strategic play, natural contours, and a harmonious integration with the surrounding environment. Over the decades, these courses have been meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated to preserve their historical integrity while meeting the demands of modern golf.

The North Course and the South Course each present a distinct challenge and aesthetic. The North Course is often characterized by its tighter fairways and more undulating greens, demanding precision and a deft touch around the putting surfaces. The South Course, while equally challenging, may offer slightly wider landing areas but counters with strategically placed bunkers and water features that require careful shot selection. Both courses are celebrated for their immaculate conditions, from the perfectly manicured tee boxes to the pristine greens, providing a truly exceptional playing surface throughout the season.

Playing a round at Canoe Brook is more than just golf; it's an immersive experience in a serene and exclusive setting. The design philosophy encourages thoughtful course management, rewarding golfers who can strategize their way around the numerous hazards and elevation changes. The natural beauty of the New Jersey landscape is on full display, with mature trees lining the fairways and well-maintained landscaping enhancing the overall ambiance. Canoe Brook Country Club stands as a testament to classic golf course architecture and offers a challenging yet immensely rewarding experience for golfers of all skill levels within its private membership.

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Course Tee Information

Black (North)6,890 yds
Rating 73.8Slope 137
Blue (North)6,500 yds
Rating 71.9Slope 133
White (North)6,000 yds
Rating 69.6Slope 128
Red (North)5,400 yds
Rating 71.8Slope 126
Black (South)6,830 yds
Rating 73.5Slope 136
Blue (South)6,450 yds
Rating 71.6Slope 132
White (South)5,950 yds
Rating 69.3Slope 127
Red (South)5,350 yds
Rating 71.5Slope 125

All tees play to par 72. Source: www.canoebrook.org.

Free for all golfers

Track your handicap at Canoe Brook Country Club.It takes two minutes to set up.

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Everything You Need at Canoe Brook Country Club

Short Grass is built for golfers who play courses like Canoe Brook Country Club — where every stroke counts and the bets make it interesting.

Live Handicap Tracking

Log your round at Canoe Brook Country Club and your handicap differential is calculated automatically using the official USGA World Handicap System formula. No spreadsheets required.

Score History & Trends

See how your game evolves across every round at Canoe Brook Country Club. Track your scoring average, best rounds, and improvement over time with visual charts.

Hole-by-Hole Stats

Identify your weakest holes on the Canoe Brook Country Club layout. Discover exactly which holes are costing you strokes and where you can pick up shots.

In-Round Betting

Set up Nassau, Skins, Low Medal, and Short Grass bets before you tee off. The app tracks the money in real time as you play.

Playing Partners

Connect with the golfers you play with at Canoe Brook Country Club. Compare handicaps, view each other's scorecards, and settle bets through the app.

Leaderboards

See where you rank among Short Grass members who play at Canoe Brook Country Club. Compete on gross and net leaderboards by course.

Betting Games

Run Your Usual Games at Canoe Brook

Whether your group plays a weekly Nassau or a Skins game on the back nine, Short Grass handles the maths so you can focus on your game. All bets support gross and net (handicap-adjusted) scoring.

Nassau

Three separate bets — front nine, back nine, and overall 18. The classic format for any foursome at Canoe Brook Country Club.

Low Medal

Lowest gross or net score wins the pot. Choose Full 18, Front 9, Back 9, or Front & Back 9 together.

Skins

Win a hole outright to claim the skin. Ties carry over, building the pot on Canoe Brook Country Club's toughest holes.

Short Grass

Points for hitting fairways and greens. Rewards the ball-strikers in your group.

Match Play

Hole-by-hole head-to-head with full handicap strokes applied. Perfect for a challenge match.

Why Summit, New Jersey Golfers Use Short Grass
  • 1Canoe Brook Country Club's slope of 137 means handicap strokes matter — Short Grass allocates them correctly by hole handicap rank.
  • 2Tracking your stats hole by hole shows where you're losing shots and where you can improve.
  • 3Summit, New Jersey golfers play regularly. Short Grass keeps a running handicap index that updates after every round.
  • 4All betting games support gross and net scoring — Nassau, Skins, Low Medal, and more.
  • 5Free for all golfers. No subscription required to log rounds, track handicap, or run bets.

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Google Rating

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4.6

223 reviews

Course Conditions

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1108 Morris Tpke, Summit, NJ 07901, Summit, New Jersey(908) 273-0120www.canoebrook.org
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