Aerial view of Essex Fells Country Club golf course with lush green fairways and mature trees

New Jersey· Private

Golf at Essex Fells?
Track Your Handicap & Bets

Short Grass is the free golf app used by golfers at Essex Fells 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(158 Google reviews)

71Par

6,808Yards (Raynor (Black))

139Slope

73.8Rating

About Essex Fells Country Club

Essex Fells Country Club, established in 1927, is a premier private golf club nestled in the scenic borough of Essex Fells, New Jersey. The course is a classic design by the renowned architect Seth Raynor, known for his masterful interpretations of classic golf holes from around the world. Raynor's distinctive style is evident throughout, featuring characteristic template holes like the Biarritz, Redan, and Short, which challenge golfers with their strategic bunkering, elevated greens, and unique contours.

The course unfolds across a naturally rolling landscape, offering a challenging yet fair test of golf for players of all skill levels. Its design emphasizes strategic play, rewarding thoughtful shot-making over brute force. The meticulously maintained fairways and greens are a testament to the club's commitment to excellence, providing a pristine playing surface that enhances the overall experience. Golfers will appreciate the timeless quality of Raynor's architecture, which continues to stand the test of time.

Beyond the championship golf course, Essex Fells Country Club offers a comprehensive private club experience. Members enjoy not only exceptional golf but also a vibrant social calendar, fine dining, and a welcoming community atmosphere. The club prides itself on its rich history and tradition, while also embracing modern amenities and services to provide an unparalleled experience for its members.

Course Tee Information

Raynor (Black)6,808 yds

Rating 73.8Slope 139

Blue6,480 yds

Rating 72.3Slope 137

White6,120 yds

Rating 70.6Slope 134

Gold5,690 yds

Rating 68.6Slope 128

Red5,300 yds

Rating 71.3Slope 127

All tees play to par 71. Source: www.essexfellscc.com.

Free for all golfers

Track your handicap at Essex Fells Country Club.
It takes two minutes to set up.

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Everything You Need at Essex Fells Country Club

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

Live Handicap Tracking

Log your round at Essex Fells 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 Essex Fells 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 Essex Fells 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 Essex Fells 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 Essex Fells Country Club. Compete on gross and net leaderboards by course.

Betting Games

Run Your Usual Games at Essex Fells

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 Essex Fells 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 Essex Fells 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 New Jersey Golfers Use Short Grass

1Essex Fells Country Club's slope of 139 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.
3New 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.