Course Details | Back Creek Golf Club | Delaware

Championship Links Golf in the Heart of Delaware

A par-71 public course shaped for challenge and beauty — award-winning golf in Middletown, Delaware

Back Creek Golf Club stands as one of Delaware’s most celebrated public golf destinations, set at the base of the Route 896 bridge along the scenic wetlands of Middletown, New Castle County. Designed by Allen Liddicoat and David Horne and opened in 1997, Back Creek’s links-inspired layout draws on the traditions of classic open-course design — rolling terrain, sweeping fairways, and a natural connection to the surrounding landscape that makes every round feel distinctly its own.

As part of the Ron Jaworski Golf network, Back Creek offers the openness of a public course with the quality, care, and community of a premier club. Whether you’re a local member playing weekly or a visitor making the trip from Philadelphia or Wilmington, Back Creek delivers a level of conditioning and presentation recognized nationally by Golfweek and Golf Travel Magazine.

What to Expect

The par-71 layout measures 6,957 yards from the championship Black tees (Rating 73.7 / Slope 138) and offers five tee options to suit every level of play — from the Black tees at 6,957 yards down to the Red tees at 5,114 yards. The links-style design rewards ball-striking and course management over raw power, with open fairways that expose shots to the elements and demand creative approaches to well-bunkered greens.

On-course conditioning at Back Creek reflects a genuine commitment to player experience — greens that roll true, fairways that play firm, and a pace of play that maximizes every outing. Pre-round preparation is equally well-supported: an acre of real grass tee area, a 25+ stall turf tee line, a dedicated putting green, and a short game area are all available before your round.

membership & tee times

Back Creek Golf Club is a public course that welcomes golfers to book tee times year-round, while also offering flexible golf membership options designed to fit a wide range of playing styles and budgets. Members enjoy priority access, preferred tee time windows, and full access to the members-only grass side of the driving range — plus the community and camaraderie of one of Delaware’s signature golf clubs.

A Back Creek membership also unlocks playing privileges at six additional Ron Jaworski Golf courses across the greater Philadelphia region and South Jersey: Blue Heron Pines, Downingtown Country Club, Valleybrook, RiverWinds, Running Deer, and Ramblewood Country Club.

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Back Creek Scorecard
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Course tour

Par 4 – A nice opening hole to ease you into the round. Stay left off of the tee as the back creek houses line the right side of the rough. A good drive sets you up for an attackable approach shot into a receptive green.

 

Par 3: The first par three on the course plays deceivingly uphill. Taking an extra club is recommended. This large green can make for some tricky putts depending on the pin location.

Par 4 – Arguably the most difficult hole on the front nine, a narrow tee shot with hazard left and OB right plays into a two tiered green. Hit the right tier, or a three-putt is likely.

A shorter par four with a unique looking tee shot, avoid the multitude of bunkers on this hole and you should be able to make a good score.

Par 5: A fun Par five, some distance can be cut off the hole by taking on the bunkers lining the left side of the fairway giving you a chance to reach the green in two. The “Back Creek” woods come into play quickly behind the green so error on the short side with your approach shot.

A short par 4 which seems like an easy hole until you reach the green. Good luck holding this elevated green with your approach shot. Bogey is a good score.

A slight dog leg right par four. An accurate tee shot is required which will give you a mid iron into an uphill green. Again short is a better miss than long.

A beautiful par three showcasing the pond and reeds on the left side of the hole. This hole is fun to play and provides you with a great opportunity to make an ace.

A scenic par four with the clubhouse through the fairway behind the green. A long hole that often plays into the breeze. Aim at the restaurant on your approach shot and try to hit the green.

Par 4 – A challenging tee shot opens up this long par four. Requiring a long approach shot into a green sloping back to front. Par is a good score on this hole.

This short par five offers a good birdie opportunity. Hitting a good tee shot sets you up perfectly to reach the green in two. Avoid out of bounds up the left side, and you should have no problem with this hole.

A similar looking tee shot to hole 10, but a shorter approach shot makes this a pretty straightforward looking par 4; however the tricky green complex makes for some tough putts.

Par 4 – One of the most difficult holes on the course. Out of bounds left and right, with a green surrounded by bunkers and hazard makes this hole very challenging

Take one less club on this long par three as the hole plays deceivingly downhill. Miss On the left side as bunkers and water run along the right side of the green.

A narrow tee shot with water left and OB right plays to a green surrounded by bunkers. A short par 4 but a tough one.

The hardest par five on the course. A Tight tee shot must be placed between the left water and the “back creek”, on the right. A good drive still gives a lengthy look in to a large undulated green. Surviving this hole with par feels like a win.

A shorter par three resembling hole eight with water right. You play to the thin difficult left green.

A beautiful finishing hole with a unique green complex. The main clubhouse overlooks your approach shot. See if you can impress the crowd on the back porch by making a birdie on this final par four.

Ready to Play?

Golf at Back Creek offers excellent course conditions, an enjoyable pace of play, and a versatile layout perfect for both casual rounds and competitive play. Conveniently located in New Castle County, the course’s open landscape provides a relaxing and accessible golf experience.

Frequently asked questions

What are the course details for Back Creek Golf Club?

Back Creek Golf Club is an 18-hole, par-71 public links-style golf course in Middletown, Delaware (New Castle County), designed by Allen Liddicoat and David Horne and opened in 1997. The course measures 6,957 yards from the Black tees (Rating 73.7 / Slope 138) and offers five tee options: Black (6,957 yds), Blue (6,676 yds), White (6,002 yds), Gold (5,271 yds), and Red (5,114 yds).

Do you offer golf memberships at Back Creek, and what are the benefits?

Yes. Back Creek Golf Club offers golf membership options designed for a variety of playing styles — from avid golfers to those looking for flexible, affordable access. Members enjoy priority tee time access, preferred rates, full use of practice facilities including the members-only grass-side driving range, and playing privileges at all six additional Ron Jaworski Golf courses throughout the region.

Who designed the Back Creek Golf Club course?

Back Creek Golf Club was designed by golf course architects Allen Liddicoat and David Horne and opened in 1997. The layout reflects classic links-style principles — open, rolling terrain shaped by the natural wetlands and grasslands of Middletown, Delaware. The course has been recognized by Golfweek as one of the “Best 100 Modern Courses in the U.S.” and by Golf Travel Magazine among its “Top 40 Public Courses.”

Where is Back Creek Golf Club located and what areas do you serve?

Back Creek Golf Club is located at 101 Back Creek Drive in Middletown, Delaware (New Castle County), situated at the base of the Route 896 bridge. The course draws golfers from across Delaware, southeastern Pennsylvania, South Jersey, and the greater Philadelphia metro area.

Is Back Creek Golf Club part of the Ron Jaworski Golf collection of courses?

Yes. Back Creek Golf Club is one of seven courses in the Ron Jaworski Golf network, which spans Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. RJG members enjoy cross-course playing privileges across all seven properties, including Blue Heron Pines, Ramblewood, RiverWinds, Running Deer, Downingtown Country Club, and Valleybrook Country Club.

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