Local Rules
Local Rule: A ball within one club length of a water pipe or distance marker may b
A ball within one club length of a water pipe or distance marker may be lifted and dropped away from the green without penalty.
Local Rule: Caddy carts are not allowed on green aprons or tees.
Caddy carts are not allowed on green aprons or tees.
Local Rule: Power carts use the SCATTER rule.
Power carts use the SCATTER rule.
Course Intelligence
Course Character
The course builds toward a memorable finish: the uphill 16th and demanding 17th–18th combination reward precise positioning and make the final stretch especially engaging. The surrounding hills and seasonal views give the course a strong North Jersey identity. Sunset Valley Golf Course is an 18-hole public course in Pompton Plains, New Jersey, designed by Hal C. Purdy. Fast greens, elevation changes, strategically placed bunkers and broad views define the layout. A hilly Morris County public course with dramatic finishing holes
Major Risks
Water Streams and the signature lake influence strategy on several holes. Approach distance Championship length and protected greens reward accurate club selection.
Blue Tee Strategy
Choose the conservative side of each replica hazard. Expect bounce and roll from the sandy Wisconsin terrain. Use the official scorecard and confirm current tee setup before play. Play the target, not the name
Golfer Reviews / Consensus
The closing holes can be demanding, especially the uphill par-5 16th. The available course-specific review on the official course page praises the hills, views and course condition. This is a limited sample and should not be treated as broad sentiment. LOW Hills and elevation changes Scenic views Course condition
Course Conditions
NOT_VERIFIED No current course-condition information was verified. Confirm current cart, ground and temporary local instructions before play. Official sources describe the layout and setting but provide no dated conditions bulletin. Check with the resort for current conditions and temporary instructions.
30-second Pre-round Brief
Before you tee off Treat each famous-hole replica as a target-management problem. Targets Plan conservative lines around the island green and lake-side hazards. Water Confirm today’s wind, tee setup and course instructions. Conditions A Wisconsin northwoods resort course where famous-hole replicas meet Castle Rock Lake scenery.
Regulations
Local Rule: Every player must show their Green Fee Ticket to the starter at the fi
Every player must show their Green Fee Ticket to the starter at the first tee.
Local Rule: Only foursomes are allowed when there is a waiting line at the startin
Only foursomes are allowed when there is a waiting line at the starting tee; larger groups are forbidden.
Local Rule: Golfers must be properly attired; playing without shirts is forbidden.
Golfers must be properly attired; playing without shirts is forbidden.
Local Rule: Players must use individual bags and clubs.
Players must use individual bags and clubs.
Local Rule: Spectators and children under 12 are not permitted on the course.
Spectators and children under 12 are not permitted on the course.
Local Rule: Coolers and alcoholic beverages are not permitted on golf property.
Coolers and alcoholic beverages are not permitted on golf property.
Local Rule: Sunset Valley is a non-metal spike facility.
Sunset Valley is a non-metal spike facility.