Running Deer Golf Club

Running Deer Golf Club sits in the rural farmland of Pittsgrove in southern New Jersey's Salem County, roughly thirty miles south of Philadelphia. Designed by Ed Carman and opened in the early 2000s, the course occupies gently rolling terrain characteristic of the region's agricultural landscape, with mature tree lines framing fairways and several water features integrated into the routing. The layout presents a straightforward test of golf across its par-72 design, with a mix of open and tree-lined holes that reflect the property's transition from working farmland to golf course. Carman's design incorporates the natural contours of the land without dramatic earthmoving, resulting in a playable course for a range of skill levels. Water comes into play on multiple holes, and the bunkering follows conventional strategic placement around greens and landing areas. Running Deer operates as a public facility serving the southern New Jersey golf market, drawing players from Salem, Cumberland, and Gloucester counties as well as visitors from the greater Philadelphia area. The course fits within the region's collection of accessible daily-fee layouts, offering a rural setting removed from more densely developed parts of the state. The club provides standard amenities including practice facilities and a clubhouse with food and beverage service typical of public golf operations in the area.