Plainfield Country Club
Plainfield Country Club presents an 18-hole private parkland course that blends strategic design with inviting playability. Mature trees, subtle elevation changes, and a well-appointed clubhouse create a refined yet accessible golfing environment near Edison, New Jersey.
Course Overview
Plainfield Country Club offers a classic 18-hole experience in the heart of Central New Jersey near Edison. This private championship course unfolds across gently rolling terrain defined by mature trees and well-maintained fairways that invite strategic play at every turn. The layout reflects a traditional parkland style, emphasizing accuracy and thoughtful shot-making rather than sheer power, making it engaging for golfers across a range of skill levels.
The course’s design encourages players to navigate a blend of risk-reward holes where elevation changes and natural contours shape each shot’s outcome. Fairways are generous but guarded by subtle bunkering that demands precision, while greens feature gentle undulations challenging putting skills without overwhelming less experienced players. The setting balances quiet elegance with an environment that feels approachable rather than intimidating.
Scenery here shifts with the seasons, highlighting leafy shade in summer and warm tones come autumn. The clubhouse provides a refined atmosphere where members can relax and socialize post-round, with amenities that include locker rooms, dining facilities, and a well-stocked pro shop. The course’s maintenance standards aim to keep playing conditions consistently reliable, supporting a smooth pace of play and enjoyable rounds.
Strategically designed tee boxes extend options for casual players and low handicappers alike. Plainfield Country Club caters primarily to members and their guests, emphasizing a welcoming but private golf experience. Walking is encouraged, with terrain that is manageable in most weather and supportive of players who enjoy a more traditional pace of play. Footwear with good traction is advisable, especially during early spring or after rain.
Golfers planning their visit can expect a course that rewards thoughtful strategy over brute force, with a variety of shot-making opportunities framed in a serene suburban landscape. Whether sharpening skills or enjoying a social round, Plainfield Country Club strikes a harmonious balance of challenge and comfort in one of New Jersey’s established private golf settings.
Course Highlights
The course features classical parkland characteristics with mature deciduous trees lining fairways, well-placed bunkers that penalize errant shots, and greens that test putting with subtle breaks. Elevation changes add strategic interest without becoming physically demanding. The smoothly maintained grounds and attentive landscaping provide an atmosphere of quiet sophistication.
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Guest Reviews
Jade Barney
Great course with awesome views but in terrible condition. Every bunker is overgrown with weeds some have little to no sand. Most the fairways are burnt up. For how much they charge it should be in better shape than this. Used to be a great course.
J.T. Roberson
Great October outing. Harry was a kind fellow. Fall prices were very reasonable and overall the course was in good shape. Greens were fast and had plenty of undulation on a few. Fun times.
Bryant Thomas
What a beautiful course at the base of the Tetons! Super well maintained and the staff is friendly and welcoming. We played three days in a row and it was a challenge every time. It plays very long (6900 from the blues 😬) but the elevation helps give you some of that distance back. If I lived in the area I would walk nine here every day after work in the summer, you can’t beat that.
Jade Barney
Great course with awesome views but in terrible condition. Every bunker is overgrown with weeds some have little to no sand. Most the fairways are burnt up. For how much they charge it should be in better shape than this. Used to be a great course.
J.T. Roberson
Great October outing. Harry was a kind fellow. Fall prices were very reasonable and overall the course was in good shape. Greens were fast and had plenty of undulation on a few. Fun times.
Quinton Harris
Just finished playing this course. I am going to break my review up into a couple key parts. Equipment/Facilities: The course is set up in a friendly way. They have a big driving range. A chipping green with could possibly support 2 golfers practicing. They have a putting green, which could support 5 people putting at the same time. The club house seems well stocked and like it was a newer facility. The golf carts are a decent quality. The carts are clean and parked nicely for you. Employees: The employee's were friendly. They seemed professional with little interaction. They had a cart girl approach us on hole #2. She never came back after that. We tee'd off at 1:45. Grass/Landscape You can tell at one point this course used to be a quality place. The layout of the course is definitely as I expected. Some holes were beautiful views. Other holes lack luster with only the backdrop to help make things easier on the eyes. The grass had a lot of disease. (Rough winters) The first 14 holes were under watered and it showed with lots of dead grass. The last 4 holes were somewhat taken care of but still seemed drier than most. 90% of the bunkers were missing sand and had 2 or 3 inch rocks in them. Pace of Play: The breaks between each tee time seemed to be to short. We often had 3 groups on one hole. We were behind some slow groups but honestly 2 hours and 15 minutes for each 9 isn't horrible. Overall: I gave this course 2 stars because they expectation vs reality wasn't there. I had heard good things about the course years ago but didn't have the time or funds to make it to the course. They seemed to have just gave up on maintenance. Personally I would rather them place the money into course maintenance. They had all but 2 tee times booked when we asked the club pro how busy it was. They should be able to afford it. I won't be going out of my way to play that course again unless they figure the maintenance portion out. Municipal courses are in better shape with limited funding and no private ownership.
Daniel Lee
The views are breathtakingly beautiful and the service is top notch. I've been around professional golf my entire life and an instructor myself for 18 years, places like this are a gem. A Hale Irwin designed track that offers a very fair approach on the front 9 and pretty clear landing zones. The back 9 has a few more blind shots although has even more character to it and some subtle nuances that will make you want to play it again. Keep doing what you are doing!
Don Worlan
This course is an absolute disaster; the fairways and approaches are filled with dandelions, the greens are growing mold, and the sand traps are more like rock pits.Avoid this place at all costs, it's a complete waste of money and a frustrating experience for any golfer. Even the "head pro" is an ass as you can see from other reviews. Hopefully, they will get a new pro and start taking care of the place. I'd be very concerned if I was a homeowner in the Teton Reserve.
Rose Griffin
We were visiting Jackson Hole and played here. Really beautiful views - super friendly staff- lovely pro shop and pretty open course.
Don Worlan
This course is an absolute disaster; the fairways and approaches are filled with dandelions, the greens are growing mold, and the sand traps are more like rock pits.Avoid this place at all costs, it's a complete waste of money and a frustrating experience for any golfer. Even the "head pro" is an ass as you can see from other reviews. Hopefully, they will get a new pro and start taking care of the place. I'd be very concerned if I was a homeowner in the Teton Reserve.
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Course Details
Access & Location
1591 Woodland Ave, Edison, NJ 08820, USA
Plainfield Country Club Main Clubhouse
Walking is encouraged; the course terrain is moderate with some gentle slopes. Proper golf shoes with traction are recommended for comfort and stability.
Member invitation required for tee times; advance reservation mandatory.
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