Plainfield Country Club
Plainfield Country Club is a private 18-hole championship course near Edison, New Jersey, featuring a classic parkland layout. Its tree-lined fairways and thoughtfully contoured greens provide a rewarding challenge for golfers across skill levels within a peaceful, well-appointed setting.
Course Overview
Located just a short drive from Edison, New Jersey, Plainfield Country Club offers a private, 18-hole championship golf experience within the Central New Jersey region. The course presents a classic parkland layout, defined by rolling fairways framed by mature hardwood trees and strategically placed bunkers that demand thoughtful navigation. With its gently undulating terrain and well-maintained greens, the course challenges golfers to balance precision and power on every hole.
The setting is serene but far from forgiving. The tree-lined fairways narrow in spots, encouraging shotmakers to emphasize accuracy from the tee. Greens reward careful approach shots, featuring subtle breaks and varying speeds that provide a test of putting skills. This blend of natural beauty and golfing challenge makes Plainfield Country Club an ideal destination for players at various skill levels, though low handicappers will particularly appreciate the strategic depth the course offers.
At approximately 6,700 yards from the championship tees with a par of 72, the course offers multiple sets of tees to accommodate a broad range of players. The fairways are generous enough to invite a confident drive yet compact enough to remind golfers that placement matters. Bunkers are thoughtfully integrated into the landscape, offering challenge without excess penalty.
Besides golf, the club features a refined clubhouse that serves as a welcoming base for members, complete with dining and locker room facilities. The well-managed course conditions, combined with a supportive atmosphere, make Plainfield Country Club a coveted venue for those seeking an immersive golf experience true to the traditions of the game.
Walking the course is encouraged, with smooth paths connecting holes and terrain gentle enough for most players to manage comfortably. For those planning a visit, the best rounds come in spring and early fall when course conditions and weather align to create an ideal balance of playability and visual appeal. Overall, Plainfield Country Club stands as a distinctive private course that tests skills while offering an environment rich in character and quiet challenge.
Course Highlights
Plainfield Country Club features a traditional parkland style with mature hardwood trees, contoured greens, and bunkers placed to test accuracy and course management. The course offers a balanced challenge with multiple tee boxes designed to welcome a range of playing abilities. The clubhouse serves as a refined gathering point, emphasizing comfort alongside championship-quality golf. The course’s layout and natural elements create rounds that reward strategic play and calm focus.
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Guest Reviews
Kristina
We were recently invited to a wedding here and had the best bartender of all time - Lisa!! Thank you for hiring such great employees. We hope to have the pleasure of seeing Lisa here again!
Kristina
We were recently invited to a wedding here and had the best bartender of all time - Lisa!! Thank you for hiring such great employees. We hope to have the pleasure of seeing Lisa here again!
Alicia C
robin burnette
Very nice
Clint Miller
Bucket list checked off here! I got lucky and bought member for the day at auction. The pro and staff made us feel very comfortable. The course was in good shape. 1794 construction date is amazing for north America.
Lester Lee
I attended a wine class here and really enjoyed it and learned something too!
Mrs Wake
This place has A friendly staff, they are extremely nice staff members and have the most patience in the world. I will be returning. I accidentally ran into this place because my tire went out. Luckily it went out at this golf place that was a hidden gym. I discovered I have referred all of my friends. They have really good prices and deserve a lot of foot traffic here because it’s well worth it. I never write good reviews. I only write about that businesses, but I felt like this place deserved more than five stars.
Respeck My name
Course was amazing, near immaculate condition. Pace of play was horrendous, no marshals were out there policing play and we were behind pace by over 30-40 minutes. When rain started and the course closed down we went in to inquire about a rain check for the back 9 (we only got through 11 holes) and the older gentleman in the pro shop called us liars even though they have gps on the carts and could’ve easily checked where we ended up. Other than the rudeness of the pro shop staff the course was great.
Rob Beaven
Awesome golf course! Really cool setting, awesome staff. Beautiful setting. Tough course from the tee’s. Fast greens! Be short of the pin.
Respeck My name
Course was amazing, near immaculate condition. Pace of play was horrendous, no marshals were out there policing play and we were behind pace by over 30-40 minutes. When rain started and the course closed down we went in to inquire about a rain check for the back 9 (we only got through 11 holes) and the older gentleman in the pro shop called us liars even though they have gps on the carts and could’ve easily checked where we ended up. Other than the rudeness of the pro shop staff the course was great.
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Course Details
Access & Location
1591 Woodland Ave, Edison, NJ 08820, USA
Main clubhouse with dining and locker room facilities
Walking allowed and encouraged; gently rolling terrain with paved paths; recommended footwear is standard golf shoes with soft spikes
Member invitation required for tee times; reservations mandatory
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