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Darlington Course

Darlington Golf Course

Mahwah, NJ, USA
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BBoyd14
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+19
18 holesPar 716,809 yds73.7/138

About this course

Darlington Golf Course is a municipal facility located in Darlington County Park in Mahwah, in the northern reaches of New Jersey near the New York state line. The course was designed by Nicholas Psiahas, a regional architect who worked primarily in the New York metropolitan area during the mid-to-late twentieth century. As a public course situated within a county park system, Darlington serves the recreational needs of Bergen County residents and visiting golfers from the broader region. The property occupies rolling terrain characteristic of the Ramapo Mountains foothills, with elevation changes and wooded corridors that define many holes. The routing takes advantage of the natural topography, incorporating slopes and doglegs that require thoughtful club selection and course management. Mature tree growth frames fairways and adds both aesthetic appeal and strategic challenge, particularly for players who stray from intended lines off the tee. Darlington operates as an accessible public option in an area where private clubs dominate the golf landscape. The course provides a straightforward test suitable for a range of skill levels, with length and hazard placement that reward accuracy over distance. Its location within a multi-use park means golfers often share the broader grounds with hikers, picnickers, and other outdoor enthusiasts, contributing to a relaxed, community-oriented atmosphere. The facility includes standard practice areas and a clubhouse offering basic amenities typical of municipal operations.

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.

3664

Best in World

3422

Best in USA

145

Best in NJ

Quick facts

Location
Mahwah, NJ, USA
Access
Public
Year built
1979
Holes
18
Par
71
Length
6,809 yards
Difficulty
73.7/138
Course Vaults score
6.2

Getting there

Darlington Golf Course sits within easy reach of the New York metropolitan region's three major hubs - Newark Liberty International (EWR), roughly 25 miles south, or LaGuardia (LGA) and JFK, each within 40 miles - making the journey a straightforward drive of 45 minutes to an hour through the suburban landscape of northern New Jersey. For those arriving by private aircraft, Teterboro Airport (TEB), the nation's busiest general aviation facility, lies just 15 miles to the southeast and offers the discretion and convenience befitting a serious golfer's schedule. The final leg carries you northwest through the rolling terrain of Bergen County, where the transition from commuter roads to the quieter residential streets of Mahwah signals your approach to this understated gem, nestled among the tree-lined neighborhoods that define the region's understated character.

FAQ

Common questions about Darlington

Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.

Darlington has a Course Vaults score of 6.2 out of 10 based on 24 logged golfers.

Darlington was designed by Nicholas Psiahas.

Yes. Darlington is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at Darlington is 71.

Darlington plays 6,809 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Darlington is 138.

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