Plainfield Country Club
Plainfield Country Club offers a classic 18-hole private parkland course in Central New Jersey, blending strategic design with a welcoming layout. Mature trees, well-guarded greens, and a peaceful setting create a compelling experience for players seeking both challenge and enjoyment.
Course Overview
Plainfield Country Club, a distinguished private 18-hole layout located just outside Edison, New Jersey, offers a golfing experience that balances tradition with demanding design. Set within Central New Jersey’s gently rolling terrain, the course displays hallmarks of classic parkland architecture, emphasizing strategic shot-making through tree-lined fairways and well-placed bunkers that challenge precision over power.
The course measures approximately 6,700 yards from the championship tees with a par of 72, providing a thorough test for low handicappers while remaining approachable for players of varied skill levels. Its routing showcases diverse hole compositions—from tighter, accuracy-driven mid-length holes to stretchers that reward distance and course management. The greens are thoughtfully contoured, guarded by deep bunkers demanding careful approach shots, yet their receptiveness encourages aggressive play when conditions are favorable.
Golfers will find the surrounding landscape both peaceful and pragmatic, with mature hardwoods framing the fairways and occasional glimpses of open meadows that invite natural light and subtle breezes to influence play. The layout flows smoothly, allowing for an engaging round without overly punishing recovery shots, which makes it suitable for members seeking a competitive round or relaxed weekend play.
Amenities center on a well-appointed clubhouse that serves as the social and practical hub, offering locker rooms, dining options, and event spaces reflecting the club’s long-standing reputation in the region. Walking is encouraged on the course, and solid golf shoes are recommended given the moderate elevation changes and natural turf conditions.
Accessibility is reserved exclusively for members and their guests, ensuring a private experience with attentive course conditioning. The combination of thoughtful architecture, natural surroundings, and solid playing conditions keeps Plainfield Country Club a respected fixture among New Jersey’s private clubs.
Course Highlights
The course features classic parkland styling with mature hardwood trees lining the fairways and bunkers strategically placed to challenge tee shots and approaches. Its greens are well-contoured and defendable, rewarding precision. The serene landscape and refined clubhouse amenities add to its status as an esteemed private club in Central New Jersey.
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Guest Reviews
Nathan Starr
This establishment far exceeded my expectations. I ordered a smashburger with crispy bacon. Well, I'm here to tell you that this smashburger is a 10 plus. This is the third time in life I've experienced a 10 plus in regards to a bacon cheeseburger. The bacon was cooked crispy and the bun was toasted golden brown to perfection. The garlic and onion seasoning really hit it out of the ballpark. If you have time, I HIGHLY recommend the 28 Peaks Kitchen located next to the golf corse clubhouse. The natural cut fries also exceeded my expectations as they were cooked to absolute perfection. First time having a smashburger and I couldn't have been more impressed. Try them out and you be the judge.
Ron Zeiler
The greens ( all 18 holes) were the worse greens I have played on in 50 years! We were all excited to play this course as we were in town for a wedding. Don’t bother with this course!! No discounts for the conditions either.
Larry Wikan
The condition of this course is unplayable. Don’t bother! The greens are trashed and 50/50 dirt and grass. It’s so sad that they can charge $70 green fees and not tell you that the greens are unplayable.
Jeff H
Beautiful location and always looked forward to this course but it is in awful condition. Fairways are weeds and overgrown. The greens are half dead. Very disappointed. Worse conditions of any course I’ve played. Carts are equally in disrepair. Save your money until they fix this place.
Zach Tolson
Really hate to leave a 2 star review but these conditions need to be captured. It’s hard to stomach paying $72 for this, the greens were very bad. Greens were hardly alive, fairways were very bumpy, rough was dry and had lots of deep bumps, tee boxes were not level almost anywhere. Views were good but man, should be a $40 round if that. You can tell it was probably out of their hands, but in the meantime, there’s better golf elsewhere. Hopefully it gets fixed soon! The food truck was amazing!
Troy Niehaus
Great dining for recent banquet
Jeff H
Beautiful location and always looked forward to this course but it is in awful condition. Fairways are weeds and overgrown. The greens are half dead. Very disappointed. Worse conditions of any course I’ve played. Carts are equally in disrepair. Save your money until they fix this place.
theBANGER
This course needs to be shut down and completely redone. Paid $240 for my family to golf and wanted to walk off the course after the 5th hole. Don't waste your money.
Larry Wikan
The condition of this course is unplayable. Don’t bother! The greens are trashed and 50/50 dirt and grass. It’s so sad that they can charge $70 green fees and not tell you that the greens are unplayable.
Shawn Myers
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Course Details
Access & Location
1591 Woodland Ave, Edison, NJ 08820, USA
Main clubhouse with full dining, locker rooms, and event facilities
Walking is welcome; course terrain includes gentle slopes, so golfers should wear appropriate footwear for traction and comfort.
Member invitation required; advance tee time reservation mandatory.
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