Upper Montclair Country Club
Logo: An ornate white interlocked script monogram above two crossed golf clubs and the year 1901, on a navy background.
Course at a glance
Upper Montclair Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Bloomfield, New Jersey. The course was designed by A.W. Tillinghast. From the Black tees, Upper Montclair Country Club plays to 6,920 yards at par 72. The course offers 11 sets of tees ranging from 5,642 to 6,920 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 73.7, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 78% of rated golf courses in New Jersey. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. Tee times at Upper Montclair Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Upper Montclair Country Club
Upper Montclair Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Bloomfield, New Jersey. The course was designed by A.W. Tillinghast. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,920 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 73.7.
Walking is permitted.
Upper Montclair Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 142, putting it in the upper half of courses in New Jersey for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 5,642 to 6,920 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Golf in New Jersey typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
72
Length
6,920
Slope
142
Rating
73.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
142
This Course
135
NJ Average
113
US Average
Based on 222 rated courses in New Jersey
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 142 | 73.7 | 435 | 181 | 554 | 435 | 192 | 518 | 371 | 373 | 408 | 3467 | 433 | 507 | 428 | 352 | 370 | 174 | 382 | 218 | 589 | 3453 | 6,920 |
Black/Blue | 136 | 73.0 | 435 | 169 | 535 | 435 | 165 | 497 | 371 | 373 | 408 | 3388 | 411 | 473 | 428 | 352 | 370 | 162 | 382 | 197 | 543 | 3318 | 6,706 |
BlueWomen's | 142 | 78.8 | 427 | 170 | 535 | 370 | 165 | 500 | 365 | 350 | 401 | 3283 | 420 | 478 | 408 | 340 | 357 | 168 | 360 | 195 | 550 | 3276 | 6,559 |
BlueMen's | 135 | 72.1 | 430 | 169 | 535 | 364 | 165 | 497 | 351 | 360 | 401 | 3272 | 411 | 473 | 411 | 335 | 362 | 162 | 368 | 197 | 543 | 3262 | 6,534 |
White/Blue | 131 | 71.3 | 421 | 157 | 535 | 364 | 145 | 480 | 351 | 360 | 381 | 3194 | 383 | 473 | 411 | 335 | 362 | 127 | 368 | 159 | 529 | 3147 | 6,341 |
WhiteWomen's | 140 | 76.4 | 421 | 157 | 488 | 356 | 145 | 480 | 342 | 347 | 381 | 3117 | 397 | 456 | 392 | 326 | 341 | 127 | 351 | 159 | 529 | 3078 | 6,195 |
WhiteMen's | 128 | 70.4 | 421 | 157 | 488 | 347 | 145 | 480 | 342 | 347 | 381 | 3108 | 383 | 456 | 392 | 326 | 341 | 127 | 351 | 159 | 529 | 3064 | 6,172 |
GreenWomen's | 137 | 74.9 | 421 | 157 | 414 | 356 | 135 | 398 | 315 | 333 | 381 | 2910 | 397 | 456 | 384 | 326 | 341 | 127 | 338 | 139 | 472 | 2980 | 5,890 |
GreenMen's | 125 | 69.1 | 421 | 157 | 421 | 347 | 137 | 423 | 311 | 335 | 381 | 2933 | 383 | 456 | 381 | 326 | 341 | 127 | 333 | 129 | 477 | 2953 | 5,886 |
Red | 124 | 68.4 | 411 | 152 | 421 | 337 | 137 | 423 | 311 | 335 | 353 | 2880 | 375 | 388 | 381 | 319 | 321 | 115 | 333 | 129 | 477 | 2838 | 5,718 |
Red | 134 | 73.6 | 411 | 144 | 414 | 343 | 135 | 398 | 315 | 333 | 344 | 2837 | 351 | 385 | 384 | 315 | 316 | 105 | 338 | 139 | 472 | 2805 | 5,642 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 1 | 15 | 5 | 11 | 17 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 3 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 18 | 10 | 16 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Upper Montclair Country Club offers 11 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,920 | 142 | 73.7 | 0-5 |
Black/Blue | 6,706 | 136 | 73.0 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,559 | 142 | 78.8 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,534 | 135 | 72.1 | 5-15 |
White/Blue | 6,341 | 131 | 71.3 | 5-15 |
White | 6,195 | 140 | 76.4 | 12-22 |
White | 6,172 | 128 | 70.4 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,890 | 137 | 74.9 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,886 | 125 | 69.1 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,718 | 124 | 68.4 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,642 | 134 | 73.6 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Upper Montclair Country Club
Upper Montclair Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Upper Montclair Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Upper Montclair Country Club a public or private golf course?
Upper Montclair Country Club is a private golf course located in Bloomfield, NJ. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Upper Montclair Country Club have?
Upper Montclair Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. The course was designed by A.W. Tillinghast.
What is the yardage at Upper Montclair Country Club?
From the White/Blue tees, Upper Montclair Country Club plays to 6,341 yards (par 72). The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 5,642 to 6,920 yards.
What is the slope rating at Upper Montclair Country Club?
The Black tees at Upper Montclair Country Club have a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 73.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Upper Montclair Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Upper Montclair Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Upper Montclair Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.uppermontclaircountryclub.com/ to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Upper Montclair Country Club offer?
Upper Montclair Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Upper Montclair Country Club located?
Upper Montclair Country Club is located in Bloomfield, NJ.
What is the difficulty level at Upper Montclair Country Club?
Upper Montclair Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 142. It plays harder than 78% of golf courses in New Jersey. The average slope rating in New Jersey is 135. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Upper Montclair Country Club?
Upper Montclair Country Club offers 11 tee sets. Black tees (6,920 yards, slope 142) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,642 yards, slope 134) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Upper Montclair Country Club?
Beginners at Upper Montclair Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,642 yards with a slope of 134. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Upper Montclair Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White tees (slope 140, rating 76.4) at Upper Montclair Country Club has a course handicap of 21, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Upper Montclair Country Club?
A typical round at Upper Montclair Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.