Aerial view of a lush green golf course at Echo Lake Country Club with a clubhouse in the background under a blue sky.

Westfield, New Jersey· Private

Golf at Echo Lake?
Track Your Handicap & Bets

Short Grass is the free golf app used by golfers at Echo Lake 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.

4.7(146 Google reviews)

71Par

6,771Yards (Blue)

134Slope

73.1Rating

About Echo Lake Country Club

Echo Lake Country Club, nestled in the picturesque landscape of Westfield, New Jersey, offers a classic private golf experience. Established in 1913, the club boasts a meticulously maintained 18-hole championship course designed by the legendary Donald Ross. Ross's signature style is evident throughout, characterized by strategic bunkering, challenging green complexes, and a layout that seamlessly integrates with the natural topography. The course provides a timeless golfing challenge that rewards thoughtful play and precision.

The design philosophy at Echo Lake revolves around providing an engaging and fair test for golfers of all skill levels. Ross's genius is showcased in how he uses the land's natural contours, creating holes that demand strategic shot-making rather than brute force. The course features rolling terrain, mature trees, and well-placed hazards that require players to think their way around each hole. The impeccable conditioning of the fairways, greens, and bunkers further enhances the playing experience, reflecting the club's commitment to excellence.

What makes Echo Lake truly special is its blend of historical significance, architectural integrity, and a vibrant club community. The course has stood the test of time, remaining a beloved Ross design that continues to challenge and delight members. The overall playing experience is one of tranquility and focused golf, where every round feels like a journey through a classic American golf course. The club also offers excellent practice facilities, a welcoming clubhouse, and a full calendar of social and golf events, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie among its members.

Course Tee Information

Blue6,771 yds

Rating 73.1Slope 134

White6,393 yds

Rating 71.4Slope 131

Gold5,990 yds

Rating 69.4Slope 126

Red5,612 yds

Rating 72.8Slope 128

All tees play to par 71. Source: www.echolakecc.org.

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Track your handicap at Echo Lake Country Club.
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Everything You Need at Echo Lake Country Club

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

Live Handicap Tracking

Log your round at Echo Lake 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 Echo Lake 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 Echo Lake 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 Echo Lake 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 Echo Lake Country Club. Compete on gross and net leaderboards by course.

Betting Games

Run Your Usual Games at Echo Lake

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 Echo Lake 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 Echo Lake 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 Westfield, New Jersey Golfers Use Short Grass

1Echo Lake Country Club's slope of 134 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.
3Westfield, 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.