Galloping Hill Golf Course
Plan your round at Galloping Hill Golf Course
Galloping Hill, known as The Hill, is a public 18-hole course in Kenilworth, New Jersey, founded in 1928 by architect Willard G. Wilkinson, with later work by Robert Trent Jones, Alfred Tull, Stephen Kay and Rees Jones. It plays over rolling hills and valleys and has a reputation as one of the area's more challenging courses. The par 71 course measures 6,855 yards from the Black tees (73.8/138). A separate 9-hole course is at The Learning Center.
- Public
- 18 holes
- Par 71
- Designed by Willard G. Wilkinson
- Opened 1928
Course strategy
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Walk the course
Galloping Hill Golf Course hole by hole
Hole 1
329
yds ·Blue
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 2
332
yds ·Blue
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Hole 3
439
yds ·Blue
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Hole 4
350
yds ·Blue
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Hole 5
127
yds ·Blue
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Hole 6
533
yds ·Blue
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Hole 7
372
yds ·Blue
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Hole 8
376
yds ·Blue
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Hole 9
369
yds ·Blue
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Hole 10
390
yds ·Blue
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Hole 11
184
yds ·Blue
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Hole 12
385
yds ·Blue
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Hole 13
373
yds ·Blue
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Hole 14
400
yds ·Blue
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Hole 15
183
yds ·Blue
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Hole 16
359
yds ·Blue
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Hole 17
280
yds ·Blue
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 18
492
yds ·Blue
No notes for this hole yet.
ScorecardView the full scorecard
Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | Black | Blue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 13 | 338 | 329 |
| 2 | 4 | 15 | 358 | 332 |
| 3 | 4 | 1 | 464 | 439 |
| 4 | 4 | 9 | 379 | 350 |
| 5 | 3 | 17 | 150 | 127 |
| 6 | 5 | 3 | 559 | 533 |
| 7 | 4 | 5 | 414 | 372 |
| 8 | 4 | 11 | 417 | 376 |
| 9 | 4 | 7 | 450 | 369 |
| Out | 36 | 3,529 | 3,227 | |
| 10 | 4 | 6 | 420 | 390 |
| 11 | 3 | 18 | 207 | 184 |
| 12 | 4 | 10 | 425 | 385 |
| 13 | 4 | 8 | 402 | 373 |
| 14 | 4 | 2 | 437 | 400 |
| 15 | 3 | 16 | 187 | 183 |
| 16 | 4 | 12 | 408 | 359 |
| 17 | 4 | 14 | 319 | 280 |
| 18 | 5 | 4 | 521 | 492 |
| In | 35 | 3,326 | 3,046 | |
| Total | 71 | 6,855 | 6,273 | |
| Rating / Slope | 73.8 / 138 | 71.0 / 135 | ||
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Book online or call the pro shop; the public window is 5 days ahead
- Cancel at least 24 hours ahead to avoid fees
- Wear proper golf attire; no jeans, tank tops or cut-offs
- Warm up on the public driving range
- Players under 12 need an adult with them
Dress code
Proper golf attire is required. Jeans, tank tops and cut-offs are not permitted on the course.
Carts & walking
Golf carts can be rented, subject to course conditions and weather. Walking is welcome and encouraged.
Practice facilities
A public driving range has both grass and mat hitting areas. The Learning Center offers private and group lessons, and also has a 9-hole course.
Rentals & pro shop
Rental clubs are available in the pro shop.
Food & drink
The Hill Tavern is an on-site restaurant open to the public, and you don't need a tee time to dine. Beverage carts serve drinks on the course.
Policies
The course is open to the public. Tee times can be booked online or by phone up to 5 days ahead for the general public, and cancellations should be made at least 24 hours ahead to avoid fees. Players under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Hours run roughly sunrise to dusk and vary by season, so call the pro shop for daily updates.
Quick answers
Galloping Hill Golf Course at a glance
Is Galloping Hill Golf Course open to the public?
Yes. Galloping Hill Golf Course is a public course.
How many holes does Galloping Hill Golf Course have, and what's the par?
Galloping Hill Golf Course has 18 holes and plays to a par of 71, from 6,273 to 6,855 yards depending on the tees.
Who designed Galloping Hill Golf Course?
Galloping Hill Golf Course was designed by Willard G. Wilkinson and opened in 1928.
What's the dress code at Galloping Hill Golf Course?
Proper golf attire is required. Jeans, tank tops and cut-offs are not permitted on the course.
What are the cart and walking rules at Galloping Hill Golf Course?
Golf carts can be rented, subject to course conditions and weather. Walking is welcome and encouraged.
What practice facilities does Galloping Hill Golf Course have?
A public driving range has both grass and mat hitting areas. The Learning Center offers private and group lessons, and also has a 9-hole course.
What food and drink does Galloping Hill Golf Course have?
The Hill Tavern is an on-site restaurant open to the public, and you don't need a tee time to dine. Beverage carts serve drinks on the course.
How do you book a tee time at Galloping Hill Golf Course?
Call the course at (908) 241-8700.
Where is Galloping Hill Golf Course?
Galloping Hill Golf Course is at 3 Golf Drive, Kenilworth, NJ 07033.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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