
Scotland Run Course
Scotland Run Golf Club
About this course
Nestled in the heart of South Jersey, Scotland Run, crafted by Stephen Kay, presents a compelling challenge shaped by its unique terrain. It's not a links course, nor a parkland layout in the traditional sense, but rather a strategic exercise weaving through former sand quarries. Broad fairways invite aggressive tee shots, yet demand careful consideration on the approach, as contoured greens and strategic bunkering penalize the wayward. Scotland Run doesn't boast a storied history of major championships. Its charm lies in its accessibility and character. This is a course where a well-struck fade is rewarded, and navigating doglegs requires thoughtful club selection. The layout embraces a 'risk-reward' philosophy, offering scoring opportunities for the bold while safeguarding against disaster for the prudent. The modern clubhouse is known for its upscale pub fare, where the signature short rib sandwich is a post-round favorite. Scotland Run remains a community hub, a place where locals gather to test their game and enjoy the camaraderie that defines the spirit of South Jersey golf.
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
- Williamstown, NJ, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1999
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Stephen Kay
- Par
- 71
- Length
- 6,810 yards
- Difficulty
- 73.2/136
- Course Vaults score
- 6.7
Getting there
Scotland Run Golf Club is most readily accessed via Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), situated approximately 25 miles southwest, a straightforward 45-minute drive through the rolling farmland and suburban corridors of South Jersey. The route traces a quiet trajectory eastward from the airport through Gloucester County, where the landscape gradually softens from urban periphery into the gentle, wooded terrain characteristic of the region's golf country. Private aviation options exist at nearby facilities, though the club's proximity to PHL makes commercial arrival equally seamless for those seeking direct access to this refined championship layout. The final miles unfold along country roads that signal arrival into Williamstown's pastoral setting, where Scotland Run emerges as a carefully crafted sanctuary of manicured fairways and strategic design amid the Jersey pinelands.

FAQ
Common questions about Scotland Run
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Scotland Run has a Course Vaults score of 6.7 out of 10 based on 45 logged golfers.
Scotland Run was designed by Stephen Kay.
Yes. Scotland Run is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Scotland Run is 71.
Scotland Run plays 6,810 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Scotland Run is 136.



