Centerton Golf Course
New Jersey’s Parvin State Park Golf Facility — State-Owned Public Golf Course Within Parvin State Park, Pittsgrove Township Salem County, NJ DEP Managed, Scenic Pine Barrens Setting, Open to All Players
Centerton Golf Course is a state-owned public golf facility located within the boundaries of Parvin State Park in Pittsgrove Township, Salem County, New Jersey. Managed by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), this course offers golf in a scenic South Jersey setting surrounded by the forests and lakes of Parvin State Park. Features include a public golf course open to all players, state-owned land managed by NJDEP as part of the Parvin State Park complex, scenic views of the surrounding Pine Barrens landscape, and proximity to Parvin State Park’s swimming, camping, and hiking facilities.
Parvin State Park Connection
Centerton Golf Course benefits from its location within the Parvin State Park complex, one of Salem County’s most popular recreation areas. Golfers can combine their round with visits to the park’s three lakes, 56 campsites, 18 cabins, swimming beach, and extensive trail network. The surrounding forest provides a peaceful, natural backdrop for a round of golf far from urban development.
Playing Information
The course operates as a public facility open to all players. Contact the course directly for current rates, tee time availability, and seasonal hours. The course’s location in Salem County makes it accessible from the broader South Jersey and Delaware Valley region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centerton part of Parvin State Park?
Yes, the golf course is located within the boundaries of Parvin State Park and managed by the NJDEP.
Is it open to the public?
Yes, the course is open to all players. Contact the facility for current rates and tee times.
Insider Tips
Pine Barrens edge: Centerton sits near NJ’s Pine Barrens — a 1.1-million-acre wilderness in the most densely populated state in America. Pro tip: The Pine Barrens sit atop the Kirkwood-Cohansey aquifer — 17 trillion gallons of some of the purest water in the eastern US. Jersey Devil: The Pine Barrens are home to the Jersey Devil legend — a mythical creature “born” in 1735.
Best Time to Visit
Spring/fall: Ideal golf weather. Summer: Full season. Year-round: Course open. Winter: Mild winters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Pine Barrens?
The Pine Barrens is a 1.1-million-acre wilderness of pine and oak forest covering 22% of New Jersey — remarkable for the most densely populated US state. The sandy, acidic soil supports unique ecology including carnivorous plants, rare orchids, and the Pine Barrens tree frog. The region was protected as the Pinelands National Reserve (1978) — the country’s first national reserve — preventing the development that consumed surrounding areas.
Wildlife & Nature
Centerton Golf Course — provides recreation in southern New Jersey. The course’s managed turf, water hazards, and tree lines support red-tailed hawks, eastern bluebirds, and Canada geese. White-tailed deer browse the edges.
Nearby Attractions
Pittsgrove — adjacent. Parvin SP — 10 miles south.
