Plainfield Country Club
Plainfield Country Club presents an 18-hole championship parkland course known for its balanced design and approachable challenges. Located near Edison, NJ, this private club combines carefully maintained fairways with strategic bunkering and smooth greens, delivering a refined golf experience suited to a broad range of players.
Course Overview
Plainfield Country Club offers an 18-hole championship layout that challenges and rewards players across skill levels. Located just a short drive from Edison, New Jersey, this private course commands attention with its parkland-style design, woven through mature hardwoods and subtle elevation changes that shape each hole with strategic interest. The verdant fairways invite crisp drives, while greens present a smooth yet testing surface that demands precise approach shots and deft putting.
The course’s setting is quietly refined, surrounded by well-tended grounds that frame the round without overwhelming it. Gentle slopes intersperse the landscape, providing natural drainage and a distinct sense of rhythm to the progression from hole to hole. Golfers will notice that bunkers protect key landing areas and guard the greens with measured restraint, compelling thoughtful shot selection rather than penalizing overly.
Playability remains at the forefront of this course’s appeal. While entertaining enough to engage seasoned players, it offers clear pathways for higher handicaps to enjoy the game without unnecessary frustration. Tee options provide variety, allowing rounds to be tailored to individual comfort levels. The course layout encourages a thoughtful pace, and its design manages wind subtly, making the environment feel dynamic without overt difficulty.
The clubhouse serves as an elegant hub, providing members with convivial spaces to unwind and socialize after a round. Amenities reflect the club’s attention to tradition and community, emphasizing service and quality over extravagance. Walking is encouraged here, with well-maintained cart paths available for those who prefer a less strenuous round. Recommended footwear should balance comfort with grip, as some subtle gradients reward thoughtful footing.
Approach golfers looking for a private venue that blends classic course design with a welcoming atmosphere will find Plainfield Country Club captivating. Its balanced routing, approachable challenges, and peaceful environment create an enduring appeal for dedicated enthusiasts and casual players alike. For those able to access it, the course offers a rewarding golf experience just beyond Edison’s city limits.
Course Highlights
The course is distinguished by its classical parkland layout featuring mature tree lines and well-placed bunkers guarding the greens. Signature holes incorporate subtle elevation changes that introduce strategic decisions off the tee and on approaches. The club’s emphasis on playability ensures accessible challenge levels for all members, while the clubhouse amenities support a traditional private club atmosphere.
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Guest Reviews
A Grimm
Generally well-kept course. Can feel quite crowded at times. Good option for the area, though I wouldn't travel here just to play Cimarron Golf Resort.
Gabriel Ayala
A Grimm
Generally well-kept course. Can feel quite crowded at times. Good option for the area, though I wouldn't travel here just to play Cimarron Golf Resort.
Andrew Goodwin
Great practice area. Nice staff. Pebble course was in really rough shape. Greens were brutal. Tee boxes were bad at best.
David Sessler
I absolutely love this course. I have played here probably around 25 times over the past few years. I played on Friday 6/20 and this was the first time I was disappointed. We checked in for a 6:08 am tee time. Once we teed off and got to the first green, we found that they had recently been punched. They were like a little beach with all the sand. There was nothing on the website about this. When we checked in, no one said anything. The starter didn’t say anything either. On top of this, there was not a discounted rate. We payed almost $80 for the round. We played Desert Willows in the afternoon the same day and only paid $70 for a course in excellent shape. Also, we have always bought the deal they have on Underpar. Was a GREAT value! This year they changed it to only after 10 am on a Friday. No one is going to play at 10 am and then play a second round for free at that time in the summer. I will still keep coming back here, but this was the first time I was disappointed.
David Sessler
I absolutely love this course. I have played here probably around 25 times over the past few years. I played on Friday 6/20 and this was the first time I was disappointed. We checked in for a 6:08 am tee time. Once we teed off and got to the first green, we found that they had recently been punched. They were like a little beach with all the sand. There was nothing on the website about this. When we checked in, no one said anything. The starter didn’t say anything either. On top of this, there was not a discounted rate. We payed almost $80 for the round. We played Desert Willows in the afternoon the same day and only paid $70 for a course in excellent shape. Also, we have always bought the deal they have on Underpar. Was a GREAT value! This year they changed it to only after 10 am on a Friday. No one is going to play at 10 am and then play a second round for free at that time in the summer. I will still keep coming back here, but this was the first time I was disappointed.
Mike Mike
Positives: Love both courses, staff is generally great, availability for tee times good, Players club membership is total bargain, grab them while you can, and notwithstanding what i will say below, will be playing here for next few years, but selectively on the Pebble. Negatives: 8 minute tee time gaps for a PAR 3 COURSE!!! If you are a regular golfer on full size courses, you know that the biggest backups occur on par 3's. When you have a 3 or 4'some, two or more missing the green, a par 3 hole is going to take AT LEAST 10 minutes, if not 12 or more, so, doing the math, by mid-day, gridlock... Staff doesn't care, because they can't really move this along like when there is slow play, this isn't slow, this is just not enough time between groups, plus you get a lot more, shall we say, less experienced folks, on a par 3 course. Won't be back on this course during season, other than early day. I left today after it taking over 1.5 hours to play 7 holes on a par 3 course... waiting 7-12 minutes on each tee box. Again, great course, love it, but not at par 72 playing times.
Penny Mills
Played the Pebble and Boulder course. We bought coupons off of under par.com. Saved a lot of money doing this. Both courses are in great condition. The starting Marshall at Pebble was very friendly and made for a nice start to the day!
Andrew Goodwin
Great practice area. Nice staff. Pebble course was in really rough shape. Greens were brutal. Tee boxes were bad at best.
Tim Run
Came for the restaurant but it was closed on July fourth. On the map it says it’s opened.
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Course Details
Access & Location
1591 Woodland Ave, Edison, NJ 08820, USA
Main clubhouse features full-service locker rooms, a dining room, and lounge areas.
Walking is welcome and encouraged. Course paths are well maintained, with moderate slopes; supportive golf shoes recommended.
Member invitation required for play; advance tee time reservations mandatory.
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