Fairmount Country Club
About Fairmount Country Club
Fairmount Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Chatham, New Jersey (07928). The course was designed by Hal Purdy and established in 1961. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,831 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 73.7.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 146, Fairmount Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in New Jersey, playing harder than 90% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,221 to 6,831 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
6,831
Slope
139
Rating
73.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
146
This Course
135
NJ Average
113
US Average
Based on 263 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 | 139 | 73.7 | 550 | 397 | 428 | 170 | 345 | 424 | 185 | 523 | 343 | 3365 | 410 | 479 | 400 | 219 | 408 | 517 | 405 | 196 | 432 | 3466 | 6,831 |
Gold | 146 | 78.8 | 536 | 386 | 406 | 149 | 322 | 408 | 163 | 497 | 337 | 3204 | 390 | 463 | 355 | 197 | 397 | 505 | 396 | 185 | 416 | 3304 | 6,508 |
Gold | 135 | 72.3 | 536 | 386 | 406 | 149 | 322 | 408 | 163 | 497 | 337 | 3204 | 390 | 463 | 355 | 197 | 397 | 505 | 396 | 185 | 416 | 3304 | 6,508 |
Blue | 137 | 74.9 | 498 | 356 | 371 | 126 | 266 | 389 | 138 | 421 | 301 | 2866 | 352 | 433 | 326 | 135 | 376 | 447 | 336 | 173 | 403 | 2981 | 5,847 |
Blue | 125 | 69.1 | 498 | 356 | 371 | 126 | 266 | 389 | 138 | 421 | 301 | 2866 | 352 | 433 | 326 | 135 | 376 | 447 | 336 | 173 | 403 | 2981 | 5,847 |
Hybrid | 134 | 73.6 | 443 | 356 | 371 | 126 | 215 | 389 | 133 | 421 | 301 | 2755 | 352 | 433 | 326 | 135 | 306 | 359 | 336 | 173 | 403 | 2823 | 5,578 |
White | 129 | 71.9 | 443 | 312 | 305 | 126 | 215 | 389 | 133 | 374 | 301 | 2598 | 252 | 433 | 326 | 135 | 306 | 359 | 336 | 118 | 403 | 2668 | 5,266 |
White | 122 | 65.9 | 443 | 312 | 305 | 81 | 215 | 389 | 133 | 374 | 301 | 2553 | 252 | 433 | 326 | 135 | 306 | 359 | 336 | 118 | 403 | 2668 | 5,221 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 3 | 9 | 5 | 15 | 11 | 1 | 17 | 7 | 13 | 12 | 6 | 14 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 8 | 18 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Fairmount Country Club offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,831 | 139 | 73.7 | 0-5 |
Gold | 6,508 | 146 | 78.8 | 5-15 |
Gold | 6,508 | 135 | 72.3 | 5-15 |
Blue | 5,847 | 137 | 74.9 | 12-22 |
Blue | 5,847 | 125 | 69.1 | 12-22 |
Hybrid | 5,578 | 134 | 73.6 | 20-30 |
White | 5,266 | 129 | 71.9 | 20-30 |
White | 5,221 | 122 | 65.9 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Fairmount Country Club
Fairmount Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Fairmount Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fairmount Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Fairmount Country Club is a public golf course located in Chatham, NJ. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Fairmount Country Club have?expand_more
Fairmount Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1961. The course was designed by Hal Purdy.
What is the yardage at Fairmount Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Fairmount Country Club plays to 5,266 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,221 to 6,831 yards.
What is the slope rating at Fairmount Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Fairmount Country Club have a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 73.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Fairmount Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Fairmount Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Fairmount Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Fairmount Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.fairmountcc.com/Home. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Fairmount Country Club offer?expand_more
Fairmount Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Fairmount Country Club located?expand_more
Fairmount Country Club is located at 400 Sern Blvd in Chatham, NJ 07928. You can reach them at 973-377-8901.
What is the difficulty level at Fairmount Country Club?expand_more
Fairmount Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 146. It plays harder than 90% 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 Fairmount Country Club?expand_more
Fairmount Country Club offers 8 tee sets. Black tees (6,831 yards, slope 139) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. White tees (5,221 yards, slope 122) 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 Fairmount Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Fairmount Country Club should play the White tees, which play 5,221 yards with a slope of 122. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Fairmount Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Blue tees (slope 125, rating 69.1) at Fairmount Country Club would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 86. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Fairmount Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Fairmount Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.