Overview of a green and fairway at Soldier Hill Golf Course with mature trees in the background

Emerson, New Jersey· Municipal

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

3.7(227 Google reviews)
72Par
6,200Yards (Blue)
122Slope
70Rating
Designed by Robert White

About Soldier Hill Golf Course

Soldier Hill Golf Course, nestled in the picturesque landscape of Emerson, New Jersey, offers a challenging yet enjoyable golfing experience for players of all skill levels. Designed by the renowned architect Robert White and opened in 1965, this 18-hole municipal course is a testament to classic golf course architecture, featuring tree-lined fairways, strategic bunkering, and well-maintained greens. It's a beloved local gem, known for its friendly atmosphere and commitment to providing an accessible and high-quality golf outing.

The course design at Soldier Hill cleverly integrates the natural topography of Bergen County, presenting golfers with a variety of elevation changes and doglegs that demand thoughtful shot placement. While not overly long, its layout emphasizes precision and course management, rewarding those who can navigate its subtle complexities. The mature trees that frame many of its holes add to both the aesthetic beauty and the strategic challenge, often dictating the optimal line of play.

Playing at Soldier Hill Golf Course is an immersive experience, combining the tranquility of nature with the excitement of a well-designed golf challenge. From the moment you step onto the first tee, you'll appreciate the meticulous care given to the course, from its lush fairways to its true-rolling greens. It's a place where golfers can truly connect with the game, enjoy the outdoors, and test their skills against a layout that has stood the test of time.

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Course Tee Information

Blue6,200 yds
Rating 70Slope 122
White5,800 yds
Rating 68.1Slope 117
Red5,200 yds
Rating 70.1Slope 118

All tees play to par 72. Source: www.co.bergen.nj.us/bergen-county-golf/soldier-hill-golf-course.

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Track your handicap at Soldier Hill Golf Course.It takes two minutes to set up.

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Everything You Need at Soldier Hill Golf Course

Short Grass is built for golfers who play courses like Soldier Hill Golf Course — where every stroke counts and the bets make it interesting.

Live Handicap Tracking

Log your round at Soldier Hill Golf Course 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 Soldier Hill Golf Course. Track your scoring average, best rounds, and improvement over time with visual charts.

Hole-by-Hole Stats

Identify your weakest holes on the Soldier Hill Golf Course 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 Soldier Hill Golf Course. 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 Soldier Hill Golf Course. Compete on gross and net leaderboards by course.

Betting Games

Run Your Usual Games at Soldier Hill

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 Soldier Hill Golf Course.

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 Soldier Hill Golf Course'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 Emerson, New Jersey Golfers Use Short Grass
  • 1Soldier Hill Golf Course's slope of 122 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.
  • 3Emerson, 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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3.7

227 reviews

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300 Soldier Hill Rd, Emerson, NJ 07630, Emerson, New Jersey(201) 262-9893www.co.bergen.nj.us/bergen-county-golf/soldier-hill-golf-course
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