
Cream Ridge Course
Cream Ridge Golf Course



About this course
Cream Ridge Golf Course is a public facility located in the rural Monmouth County community of Cream Ridge, New Jersey, roughly midway between Trenton and the Jersey Shore. Designed by Frank Miscoski, the course reflects the straightforward, accessible design philosophy common to many mid-twentieth-century public layouts in the region. The property occupies gently rolling farmland characteristic of central New Jersey's interior, where the terrain transitions from the coastal plain to more varied topography. The routing takes advantage of the natural contours without dramatic elevation changes, offering a playable test for recreational golfers while maintaining enough strategic interest to reward thoughtful course management. Miscoski's design emphasizes practical shot values over severe hazards, with tree-lined fairways and modestly sized greens that require accurate approach play. The layout incorporates several ponds and streams that come into play on select holes, adding variety to what is otherwise a parkland-style experience. Cream Ridge serves primarily as a neighborhood course for local residents and visitors exploring the surrounding agricultural region, which includes nearby horse farms and the historic Cream Ridge Winery area. The facility operates in the tradition of accessible public golf in New Jersey, providing a straightforward round in a quiet setting removed from the state's more densely developed corridors. The course remains a functional option for golfers seeking an unpretentious outing in central New Jersey's countryside.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in NJ
Quick facts
- Location
- Cream Ridge, NJ, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1958
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Frank Miscoski
- Par
- 71
- Length
- 6,516 yards
- Difficulty
- 75.1/127
- Course Vaults score
- 5.7
Getting there
The journey to Cream Ridge Golf Course begins most commonly at Newark Liberty International (EWR) or Philadelphia International (PHL), each roughly an hour's drive depending on traffic and routing. From either gateway, the route threads through central New Jersey's gently rolling farmland and horse country, trading the density of the I-95 corridor for quieter state roads that wind past weathered barns and open pasture. The final miles into Cream Ridge reveal a landscape that feels decidedly pastoral - a pocket of agrarian calm where the course sits tucked into the Monmouth County countryside, far removed from the bustle of the turnpike yet surprisingly accessible from the urban centers that bracket it.

FAQ
Common questions about Cream Ridge
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Cream Ridge has a Course Vaults score of 5.7 out of 10 based on 14 logged golfers.
Cream Ridge was designed by Frank Miscoski.
Yes. Cream Ridge is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Cream Ridge is 71.
Cream Ridge plays 6,516 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Cream Ridge is 127.




