Plainfield Country Club
Plainfield Country Club offers an 18-hole private championship layout set in classic parkland surroundings near Edison, New Jersey. This course balances strategic demands with approachable playability, maintained to high standards and wrapped in a quiet, member-focused setting.
Course Overview
Plainfield Country Club presents an 18-hole private championship golf experience that quietly commands respect within Central New Jersey’s golf community. Located just outside Edison, New Jersey, this traditional parkland course unfolds over rolling terrain accented by mature hardwoods and meticulously maintained fairways. The layout challenges players with a classic design that balances strategic shot-making without overwhelming less experienced golfers, making it approachable yet engaging across all skill levels.
From the first tee, the course invites a thoughtful cadence of play. Wide, tree-lined corridors require players to carefully place drives, while well-positioned bunkers and gently contoured greens demand precision on approach. The course’s routing weaves through varied elevation changes, providing subtle shifts in perspective that reward disciplined course management. The back nine intensifies the challenge, stretching yardage and incorporating tighter fairways to test accuracy and nerve.
One of the club’s defining traits is its steadfast commitment to conditioning. Fairways and greens reflect an attention to detail that elevates each round, with smooth putting surfaces inviting a range of playing styles. Though no single hole dominates discussions widely, several feature strategic bunker formations and water hazards that gently shape risk-reward decisions, encouraging players to engage fully with their shot choices.
Amenities at the Plainfield clubhouse complement the golf experience with comfortable gathering spots for members, including dining facilities overlooking the course. The atmosphere maintains a respectful and welcoming tone, befitting its members-only access, where camaraderie and competitive spirit blend seamlessly.
For those planning to play, walking is encouraged with well-maintained cart paths offering convenience without detracting from the traditional golf rhythm. The course’s location near Edison provides easy accessibility while allowing players to immerse themselves in a quiet, contemplative environment. Whether approaching the course for a serious round or a relaxed afternoon, Plainfield Country Club offers a test of golf amid classic New Jersey parkland scenery that rewards attention to detail and patience.
Course Highlights
The course features a traditional parkland design emphasizing strategic placement and precision, with mature hardwood trees framing wide fairways and bunkers guarding well-contoured greens. The back nine offers a tougher challenge with tighter landing areas and subtle elevation changes. The clubhouse provides refined dining experiences overlooking the course.
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Guest Reviews
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Matt Abramowitz
Disappointed by the Service – Would Not Recommend I recently played this course and unfortunately got rained out after only three holes. While I understand that weather can be unpredictable, what I found unacceptable was the complete lack of flexibility or customer service. Despite rain being clearly in the forecast, there was no mention of a “no refund / no rain check” policy when I paid. It wasn’t until I returned to the clubhouse, drenched and hoping for at least a 9 hole rain check (I would have taken a coupon for a bucket of balls), that I was told—rather rudely—that there would be no compensation of any kind. A staff member named Ricky was dismissive and snarky when I asked about a possible rain check. He pointed to a small sign in the corner, claiming the policy has been the same since the 1990s, as if that somehow made it reasonable to exclude this basic courtesy. This lack of transparency, poor attitude, and total disregard for customer experience left a bad taste. There are too many great courses out there that treat golfers with respect and common courtesy. I won’t be returning—and I’d advise others to look elsewhere before paying an excessive amount of money to play a course where the staff has a pretentious attitude and 0 care for the customer.
Patrick Nix
Double Sided Review 1st-Course is excellent!!!! Fun layout, great conditions, beautiful scenery(especially in the fall). 2nd-Operations were very disappointing. Five green shirts(Monmouth County Park employees) standing around in the golf shop when I walked in. Out on the course I saw two more driving around in carts. I’m not sure what the two on the course were doing because I was playing as a single, hitting it well and enjoying the afternoon when all of a sudden a threesome we’re in front of me on the sixth hole. They were not there before. They drastically slowed down my pace, took me out of rhythm and never asked me to play through. After a hole and a half I walked off the course to ask for a refund in the shop. They said they don’t do that. I left and will not be back. $60 for a spoiled afternoon because unprofessional and lazy operations. As I began…very disappointing.
Savannah Rummage
DGC Hotboyz
Wonderful golf facility with excellent staff services. This is absolutely a very good and challenging golf course. I cannot wait to play at Hominy Hill Golf Course again.
James Thomas
Solid Robert Trent Jones County course. Staff is pretty good. 15 handicap will maybe break 90 from the white tees Normal pace is 4:15/4:30 for a round depending on weekend/weekday so expect 4 1/2 hours on busy days and enjoy. Great value at around $50. Holes 8 & 10 are long par 4s and the toughest while back 9 plays at least 4 strokes harder than front. ARRIVE EARLY for your tee time and enjoy. 🏌️♂️
Aitch Palmer
Beautiful course, VERY well-kept, plays well for long hitters, probably the best of Monmouth County. Saturday morning $52 w/ county card. $72 w/ cart. Also, very nice golfers around here.
Carmine DeSena
Rude and impatient workers
Steve D
More like 4.5 stars. I love the course. I play here all the time. It's very well maintained for a public course. It's not a super interesting layout and the par 3s are a little bland. Lots of doglegs. Very affordable course if you have a county card and it's not THAT hard to get a tee time assuming you're flexible and aren't booking a 4some. I will say that they do get a bit pretentious with the younger players. I'm in my early 40s and get around no problem and they're always nice to me. However guys in their 20s get read the riot act about course rules prior to every round. The employees just assume the kids are going to get drunk/high and do donuts on the greens or something. Almost all of them just want to play golf like the rest of us. Other than that, the clubhouse is super nice and it's a great round of golf. Play is hardly ever slow and they do a good job of keeping it moving.
Matt Abramowitz
Disappointed by the Service – Would Not Recommend I recently played this course and unfortunately got rained out after only three holes. While I understand that weather can be unpredictable, what I found unacceptable was the complete lack of flexibility or customer service. Despite rain being clearly in the forecast, there was no mention of a “no refund / no rain check” policy when I paid. It wasn’t until I returned to the clubhouse, drenched and hoping for at least a 9 hole rain check (I would have taken a coupon for a bucket of balls), that I was told—rather rudely—that there would be no compensation of any kind. A staff member named Ricky was dismissive and snarky when I asked about a possible rain check. He pointed to a small sign in the corner, claiming the policy has been the same since the 1990s, as if that somehow made it reasonable to exclude this basic courtesy. This lack of transparency, poor attitude, and total disregard for customer experience left a bad taste. There are too many great courses out there that treat golfers with respect and common courtesy. I won’t be returning—and I’d advise others to look elsewhere before paying an excessive amount of money to play a course where the staff has a pretentious attitude and 0 care for the customer.
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Course Details
Access & Location
1591 Woodland Ave, Edison, NJ 08820, USA
Plainfield Country Club Clubhouse, offering dining and member amenities
Walking is allowed and encouraged; course features well-maintained cart paths. Proper golf shoes recommended for firm terrain and variable elevations.
Member invitation required for play; advanced tee time reservation mandatory.
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