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The Ridgewood Country Club

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Paramus, NJ · Founded 1890

The Ridgewood Country Club is a private golf club in Paramus, New Jersey, designed by A. W. Tillinghast in 1890. The club has 27 holes, a par of 72. The average member handicap is 18.1 with 22% single-digit players.

Tillinghast's 27-hole masterpiece hosted the dramatic 1935 Ryder Cup, where Walter Hagen led the Americans to victory on what many consider the architect's finest work. The East and West nines form a championship test that has challenged the world's best players for nearly a century.

Scorecard

6,573 yardsRating 72.3Slope 142

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Hole	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	Out	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	In	Tot
Par	4	4	5	4	3	4	3	4	5	36	3	5	4	4	4	4	4	3	5	36	72
Black	315	369	500	413	191	408	204	342	549	3,291	197	609	369	378	383	356	371	145	474	3,282	6,573
Blue	302	336	470	393	173	371	178	288	530	3,041	173	517	347	359	361	340	349	128	438	3,012	6,053
White	270	310	440	329	147	318	165	273	456	2,708	154	465	316	266	295	318	320	114	403	2,651	5,359
Gold	249	245	366	310	112	267	108	217	390	2,264	103	429	288	230	272	278	270	92	403	2,365	4,629
Blue	302	336	470	393	173	371	178	288	530	3,041	173	517	347	359	361	340	349	128	438	3,012	6,053
White	270	310	440	329	147	318	165	273	456	2,708	154	465	316	266	295	318	320	114	403	2,651	5,359
Hdcp	13	11	3	7	17	5	15	9	1		10	6	12	4	2	14	8	16	18

Member Profile

Above Average

18.1

Avg Handicap

Median Handicap15.4

Handicap Distribution

ScratchSingle digitTeens20+

Single-digit players22%

Gender split75% M / 25% F

Based on GHIN handicap data. Individual member information is not stored or displayed.

About The Ridgewood Country Club

Ridgewood combines three distinct nine-hole experiences, each showcasing different aspects of Tillinghast's design philosophy. The championship layout features the architect's signature diagonal hazards and strategic green complexes, demanding precise shot placement over pure power. What makes this course special is its variety—the East nine plays through parkland, the West climbs into hillier terrain, and the Center nine offers a completely different strategic challenge, giving members the equivalent of multiple golf courses on one property.

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Key Facts

The Ridgewood Country Club is located in Paramus, New Jersey.
Club type: private.
Course architect: A. W. Tillinghast.
Year founded: 1890.
Number of holes: 27.
Par: 72.
Average member handicap: 18.1.
Single-digit handicap players: 22%.
GHIN-registered members: 102.
Alister Index score: 80/100.

Frequently Asked Questions About The Ridgewood Country Club

How do I join The Ridgewood Country Club?

The Ridgewood Country Club is a private golf club. Contact The Ridgewood Country Club directly for current membership information and application procedures.

What is the initiation fee at The Ridgewood Country Club?

The estimated initiation fee at The Ridgewood Country Club is $100,000, with annual dues of $25,000. Contact the club for the most current fee schedule.

Who designed The Ridgewood Country Club?

The Ridgewood Country Club was designed by A. W. Tillinghast. The course was established in 1890. It features 27 holes.

Where is The Ridgewood Country Club located?

The Ridgewood Country Club is located at 96 W Midland Ave, Paramus, NJ 07652. You can reach the club by phone at (201) 599-3900. Visit their website for directions and additional contact information.

What amenities does The Ridgewood Country Club offer?