Plainfield Country Club
Plainfield Country Club presents an 18-hole private parkland course rich with mature trees, subtly contoured greens, and strategic shot values near Edison, New Jersey. Its balanced layout caters to players seeking a thoughtful but fair challenge within a polished, exclusive environment.
Course Overview
Plainfield Country Club offers an 18-hole private course that marries classic parkland design with strategic challenge, set just outside Edison in New Jersey. Its tree-lined fairways and gently undulating greens provide a setting both verdant and measured, rewarding thoughtful shot-making over brute distance. The course unfolds through mature hardwoods and open grassy expanses, inviting players to navigate a variety of angles while embracing a traditional American golfing experience. With par set around the mid-70s and yardage reaching just over 6,600 yards, Plainfield balances test and accessibility for a range of skill levels.
Designed with playability in mind, this club suits low-to-mid handicappers seeking a competitive yet fair round, while still accommodating those newer to the game who appreciate strategic options and well-maintained turf. Each hole challenges with subtle doglegs, thoughtfully placed bunkers, and greens that prompt careful green reading rather than overpowering speed. The landscape’s gentle slopes encourage walking, offering players a chance to experience how subtle elevation shifts influence shot selection.
The clubhouse acts as a refined hub, providing members with comfortable gathering spaces alongside dining options that emphasize relaxed sophistication. Amenities extend beyond the course itself with fully equipped practice facilities, including a driving range and putting areas that allow players to hone every facet of their game before teeing off.
Being a members-only club, Plainfield maintains a quiet, exclusive atmosphere where pace of play and course conditions are consistently prioritized. The combination of mature natural elements and a layout refined over decades gives this course a timeless quality without sacrificing strategic relevance in modern golf. Visitors who earn an invitation will find a course that rewards patient, intelligent play within a quietly polished environment.
Seasonal play can vary with New Jersey’s weather, so spring through fall typically offers the best conditions. Walking is encouraged to fully appreciate the subtle changes in elevation and lie. Plainfield Country Club delivers an experience that is as much about mental challenge and course management as it is about power and precision.
Course Highlights
Classic parkland layout with mature hardwood stands; well-protected greens featuring finely contoured putting surfaces; strategic bunkering framing approach shots; emphasis on shot placement rather than length; practice range and short game facilities adjacent to the clubhouse.
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Guest Reviews
Skyhigh Pyrotechnics
The staff at this facility was very in tuned with every part of this event. My interaction mostly with Alexis went smooth and easy. This was one of the best events I’ve seen put together so well because of the staff that this facility has Pine Lakes country club Fourth of July fireworks bash was awesome. Thank you Alexis for the opportunity to be able to Perform a fireworks display for you and your members the support From this event was greatly appreciated. Thanks again.
Bob Torosian
very friendly staff. the courses in great shape but the back nine is very long. but it will test your game
K. WOODY Wood
Played here for 1st time, was excited since it's historically oldest course in Myrtle Beach, nicknamed the granddaddy, but beware SENOIRS, several par 4s over 380 yards. The greens are below standard and need help. I played w a senoirs group of 40, got a special rate of $54, not so special now that I played here. I won't be back.
Chris Tyack
We played in the rain with little pockets of sunshine and hope. Of the 4 courses we played this weekend this was definitely our favorite. The facility was in great shape, staff was very accommodating with the course having minor flooding here or there. The course drained fairly well and the greens dried quickly which was amazing. It was a challenging course with everything in good shape provided the recent and current weather(tropical storm present). The greens were all fantastic while either wet or dry, some of the fairways were lightly flooded, but workable, and the tee boxes were in decent enough shape with lots of dead patches we had to maneuver. Although not ideal, we had a lot of fun and loved the course layout. Thanks so much for a very memorable round of golf!
Chris Tyack
We played in the rain with little pockets of sunshine and hope. Of the 4 courses we played this weekend this was definitely our favorite. The facility was in great shape, staff was very accommodating with the course having minor flooding here or there. The course drained fairly well and the greens dried quickly which was amazing. It was a challenging course with everything in good shape provided the recent and current weather(tropical storm present). The greens were all fantastic while either wet or dry, some of the fairways were lightly flooded, but workable, and the tee boxes were in decent enough shape with lots of dead patches we had to maneuver. Although not ideal, we had a lot of fun and loved the course layout. Thanks so much for a very memorable round of golf!
P. Collins
Pool, bar and restaurant were very nice.
David Hawk
First time golfing Myrtle Beach and this was my first course!! Absolutely loved it!!! The course was in immaculate condition!! The guys in the pro shop were great!! The course was challenging but fair!! The bag guys were very helpful!! Will definitely be back. Definitely making this a tradition!! Can’t wait to go back!!!
Mark Milicic
First time playing here. Played from the #3 tee (whites). I would normally play from #2 tees, but the rest of my group was #3, so I figured to back up a tee and get some long iron work in. Some par 4's were long, and 2nd shots were in the 180 to 190 range most of the round. The course was wonderful, even though it's the middle of December! I will definitely come back here to play. Shot an 81! Not bad for the first time and not my normal tee box.
David Green
Great course! Good amount of challenge, good fairways, great staff, but unfortunately we were not informed of the aeration schedule. We had a 12 person group play two days after the greens were aerated and they played like it. I’d gladly play here again, but earlier in the season.
Skyhigh Pyrotechnics
The staff at this facility was very in tuned with every part of this event. My interaction mostly with Alexis went smooth and easy. This was one of the best events I’ve seen put together so well because of the staff that this facility has Pine Lakes country club Fourth of July fireworks bash was awesome. Thank you Alexis for the opportunity to be able to Perform a fireworks display for you and your members the support From this event was greatly appreciated. Thanks again.
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Course Details
Access & Location
1591 Woodland Ave, Edison, NJ 08820, USA
Elegant clubhouse offering dining, locker rooms, and member lounges
Walking is encouraged; course features gentle elevation changes—recommend comfortable golf shoes with good traction
Member invitation required; advance tee time reservation mandatory
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