Fairmount Country Club
Logo: A dark-green circular crest, 'FAIRMOUNT COUNTRY CLUB' arched in white capitals above and 'CHATHAM, NJ' below, with a small crossed-golf-clubs device at each side of the ring, enclosing a quartered shield -- vertical stripes upper left, a five-point crown upper right, the letters F C C lower left, vertical stripes lower right -- topped by a solid round ball finial.
Course at a glance
Fairmount Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Chatham, New Jersey (07928). The course was designed by Hal Purdy and opened in 1961. From the Black tees, Fairmount Country Club plays to 6,831 yards at par 72. The course offers 8 sets of tees ranging from 5,221 to 6,831 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 73.7, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 89% 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. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Fairmount Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
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 89% of rated 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 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 | 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 |
GoldWomen's | 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 |
GoldMen's | 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 |
BlueWomen's | 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 |
BlueMen's | 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 |
WhiteWomen's | 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 |
WhiteMen's | 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. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| 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.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Fairmount 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 Fairmount Country Club a public or private golf course?
Fairmount Country Club is a private golf course located in Chatham, NJ. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Fairmount Country Club have?
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?
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?
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?
Yes, walking is allowed at Fairmount Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Fairmount Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.fairmountcc.com/Home or call 973-377-8901 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Fairmount Country Club offer?
Fairmount Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Fairmount Country Club located?
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?
Fairmount Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 146. It plays harder than 89% 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?
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?
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 is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Fairmount Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Blue tees (slope 125, rating 69.1) at Fairmount Country Club has a course handicap of 14, 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 Fairmount Country Club?
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. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.