
The Knoll West Course
The Knoll West Golf Club




About this course
The Knoll West, a stalwart of northern New Jersey golf near Boonton, is a challenging testament to Golden Age design, even if it's lore resides more with it's membership. Carved into rolling, wooded terrain punctuated by dramatic elevation changes, the West presents a demanding, if not thrilling, test for golfers of all skill levels. Its narrow fairways reward accuracy off the tee, and its strategically placed bunkers penalize wayward shots. A few of the longer holes favor those who can move the ball right to left, but strategy here is more important than brute strength. Originally designed by Charles Banks, the West Course retains much of its early-20th-century character, with small, undulating greens that require a deft touch. While not regularly in the conversation of top courses nationally, The Knoll West has played host to numerous state and regional amateur events, solidifying its standing as a respected competitive venue and the pride of the clubs two courses. The membership at The Knoll West is known for its deep roots in the local community, a tight-knit group who appreciate both the course's challenge and its convivial atmosphere. There is a distinct family feel at the club, reflecting the generational aspect of it's longstanding membership.
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
- Parsippany, NJ, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1929
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Charles Banks
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 6,878 yards
- Difficulty
- 77.8/140
- Course Vaults score
- 7.0
Getting there
The Knoll West Golf Club lies in the wooded hills of Morris County, New Jersey, roughly forty minutes west of Newark Liberty International Airport via Interstate 80 and a series of quiet state routes that wind through suburban townships and into the Parsippany countryside. The drive transitions from the density of the New York metropolitan corridor into a landscape of rolling terrain and mature hardwood canopies, where the club's understated entrance reveals itself along a tree-lined residential road. For those familiar with northern New Jersey's network of private clubs, The Knoll West occupies a serene pocket removed from the bustle yet still comfortably within reach of Manhattan and the surrounding executive enclaves.

FAQ
Common questions about The Knoll West
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
The Knoll West has a Course Vaults score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 20 logged golfers.
The Knoll West was designed by Charles Banks.
Yes. The Knoll West is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at The Knoll West is 70.
The Knoll West plays 6,878 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at The Knoll West is 140.



