Plainfield Country Club
Plainfield Country Club presents a classic 18-hole parkland layout that blends strategic variety with steeped tradition. Its mature tree-lined fairways and inviting greens offer an approachable yet thoughtful challenge for golfers seeking a private club experience in Central New Jersey.
Course Overview
Plainfield Country Club, located just outside Edison, New Jersey, offers a classic 18-hole experience defined by its traditional parkland setting and mature tree-lined fairways. As a private course, it welcomes members into a landscape where precision meets strategy, framed by well-maintained greens and thoughtfully placed bunkers that challenge players without overwhelming them. Spanning a respectable total yardage that tests various skill levels, the layout balances playability with subtle complexity, making it accessible for mid to low handicappers seeking refinement in their game.
From the first tee, the course reveals its character through gentle doglegs and elevation shifts that require thoughtful club selection and course management. The rolling terrain interacts with natural water features that come into play on several holes, offering both visual appeal and strategic hurdles. Greens are typically true and receptive, rewarding accurate approach shots while punishing stray irons with their undulating contours.
Membership amenities include a classic clubhouse featuring dining facilities and locker rooms, ensuring comfort off the course as well. The club supports a walking-friendly policy, ideal for members who appreciate a pace that lets them savor both the game and the scenery. Walking is encouraged, with paths designed to minimize interruption to the natural flow of the round, and recommended footwear is golf shoes optimized for firm turf conditions.
Plainfield Country Club’s setting within Central New Jersey provides a peaceful contrast to the nearby urban bustle, making each round a chance to refocus amid well-tended grounds and mature hardwoods. The course emphasizes strategic shot-making over sheer length, rewarding players who navigate its challenges with planning and adaptability. Its quiet dignity attracts golfers committed to steady improvement and an experience that blends tradition with everyday enjoyment.
Whether preparing for competitive play or simply enjoying a weekday round, Plainfield extends a measured yet rewarding test of golf. It remains a private sanctuary for those who value classic course design and dependable maintenance, where every hole invites thoughtful play without the need for extravagant flair.
Course Highlights
Plainfield Country Club is distinguished by its classic parkland architecture, marked by mature trees that frame each hole and well-positioned bunkers guarding the greens. The course’s subtle elevation changes and several water features demand sound course management. Its 18 holes favor strategic shot-making over brute force, rewarding accuracy and thoughtful approach play.
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Guest Reviews
Vikram Qazi
Its fine not super well maintained but its an nice course for a 9 hole. Minus 1 star for not having a beverage cart person going around🤣
Jaxson Polleck
Loved this course until they shot up the prices. Shouldn’t be paying 45 dollars to play on a horribly maintained course. Bunkers are mud, tee boxes are just piles of dirt. And if you are a teenager or a younger adult. Don’t expect anyone to treat you nicely or with respect. One Tuesday morning I had a tee time at 6:20 am and no worker showed up and just wasted our time. Rather go play mini golf tbh.
Tyler Blair
Wynter View
Checked in around 10am—staff was friendly, especially the girl at the counter who got us set up quickly. It was about $30 a round per person at that time, and I also picked up a 3-pack of yellow Callaway Supersofts for $18 from the shop. We played from the white tees—me, my son, and a solid kid named Mac. Good group, good vibes all around. We were behind two older players and had a group behind us, one guy wearing a Happy Gilmore jersey (funny enough, he didn’t swing like him). Course is under new management. I’ve been coming here on and off for a year or two, and it looks like they’re trying to improve things. Some soggy spots, torn-up areas (probably from irrigation work), but still very playable. Saw a bunch of geese, a few black racer snakes curled up in the rough, and even some random animal bones in the grass—comes with the territory. A little muggy, a little smushy, but nothing that took away from the day. Overall, a great round with good people. Not quite five stars yet, but the course is headed in the right direction—and I’ll be back for sure. Pro tip: If you see a guy in a Happy Gilmore jersey, don’t assume he plays like Happy… but maybe give him a little space just in case.
Lizzy DiLorenzo
I recently visited what was advertised as a great golf course for beginners, but my experience was far from pleasant. The course was in poor condition, with uneven fairways and worn-out greens that made for a frustrating game. What made the experience worse was the unwelcoming attitude of the local players. Instead of the friendly environment one might expect at a course geared towards beginners, we encountered rudeness and hostility from the regulars who clearly did not want newcomers around. Additionally, the course was poorly equipped, lacking basic amenities and rental options that could have helped improve the experience. Given the unfriendly atmosphere and the course’s overall state, I strongly advise beginners to steer clear of this place. We won’t be returning.
shawn spring
One of the worst courses I’ve played in awhile overall. Greens were in poor condition, patchy fairways, poor bunkers, just terrible all around. For 9 holes in this condition, $43 is WAY too much. Furthermore, I was the second tee time of the day, playing alone with a group of 3 infront of me, so I thought it would be okay to play two balls instead of sitting around each hole. But, the mower guy was not having it. Also decides to continue mowing in my backswing, how generous! Bottom line is I’m very dissatisfied with my experience here, and if I were you I’d take my money elsewhere.
Wynter View
Checked in around 10am—staff was friendly, especially the girl at the counter who got us set up quickly. It was about $30 a round per person at that time, and I also picked up a 3-pack of yellow Callaway Supersofts for $18 from the shop. We played from the white tees—me, my son, and a solid kid named Mac. Good group, good vibes all around. We were behind two older players and had a group behind us, one guy wearing a Happy Gilmore jersey (funny enough, he didn’t swing like him). Course is under new management. I’ve been coming here on and off for a year or two, and it looks like they’re trying to improve things. Some soggy spots, torn-up areas (probably from irrigation work), but still very playable. Saw a bunch of geese, a few black racer snakes curled up in the rough, and even some random animal bones in the grass—comes with the territory. A little muggy, a little smushy, but nothing that took away from the day. Overall, a great round with good people. Not quite five stars yet, but the course is headed in the right direction—and I’ll be back for sure. Pro tip: If you see a guy in a Happy Gilmore jersey, don’t assume he plays like Happy… but maybe give him a little space just in case.
Jaxson Polleck
Loved this course until they shot up the prices. Shouldn’t be paying 45 dollars to play on a horribly maintained course. Bunkers are mud, tee boxes are just piles of dirt. And if you are a teenager or a younger adult. Don’t expect anyone to treat you nicely or with respect. One Tuesday morning I had a tee time at 6:20 am and no worker showed up and just wasted our time. Rather go play mini golf tbh.
Ryan Stafford
It’s just… okay. It’s a decent course that is in decent shape. Poorly run though and $43 for a cart and green fees for 9 holes isn’t worth it. If the price were more reasonable it’d be an okay course.
Ryan Stafford
It’s just… okay. It’s a decent course that is in decent shape. Poorly run though and $43 for a cart and green fees for 9 holes isn’t worth it. If the price were more reasonable it’d be an okay course.
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Course Details
Access & Location
1591 Woodland Ave, Edison, NJ 08820, USA
Main clubhouse with dining and locker room facilities
Walking permitted and encouraged; course terrain is moderate—recommended golf shoes with good traction
Member invitation required; tee times available by reservation only
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