Fairway view at Fairmount Country Club with lush green grass and mature trees under a clear sky

Chatham, New Jersey· Private

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Track Your Handicap & Bets

Short Grass is the free golf app used by golfers at Fairmount Country Club to log rounds, track their USGA handicap index, and run Nassau, Low Medal, and Skins bets — all on the course, in real time.

4.6(79 Google reviews)
72Par
7,100Yards (Black)
138Slope
74.5Rating
Designed by Hal Purdy

About Fairmount Country Club

Fairmount Country Club, nestled in the picturesque landscape of Chatham, New Jersey, offers a premier private golf experience. Designed by the renowned architect Hal Purdy, this 18-hole championship course opened its fairways in 1965, quickly establishing itself as a gem in the New Jersey golf scene. Purdy's design philosophy at Fairmount focused on integrating the natural topography, creating a layout that feels both challenging and harmonious with its surroundings. The course is known for its immaculate conditioning, strategic bunkering, and undulating greens that demand precision and thoughtful play.

The course at Fairmount is characterized by its tree-lined fairways and subtle elevation changes, providing a diverse set of challenges for golfers of all skill levels. Each hole presents a unique character, requiring players to employ a full range of shots and strategic thinking. From the demanding tee shots to the nuanced approaches, Fairmount ensures a memorable round. The club prides itself on maintaining a pristine playing surface, reflecting a commitment to excellence that enhances the overall golfing experience.

Beyond the exceptional golf course, Fairmount Country Club offers a comprehensive private club atmosphere. Members enjoy not only a challenging and beautifully maintained course but also a vibrant community and top-tier amenities. The playing experience is consistently praised for its pace of play, friendly staff, and the tranquil escape it provides from the everyday hustle. Fairmount stands as a testament to classic golf design and an enduring commitment to the game.

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Course Tee Information

Black7,100 yds
Rating 74.5Slope 138
Blue6,700 yds
Rating 72.1Slope 132
White6,200 yds
Rating 70Slope 126
Red5,400 yds
Rating 71.2Slope 120

All tees play to par 72. Source: www.fairmountcc.com.

Free for all golfers

Track your handicap at Fairmount Country Club.It takes two minutes to set up.

No credit card required

Everything You Need at Fairmount Country Club

Short Grass is built for golfers who play courses like Fairmount Country Club — where every stroke counts and the bets make it interesting.

Live Handicap Tracking

Log your round at Fairmount Country Club and your handicap differential is calculated automatically using the official USGA World Handicap System formula. No spreadsheets required.

Score History & Trends

See how your game evolves across every round at Fairmount Country Club. Track your scoring average, best rounds, and improvement over time with visual charts.

Hole-by-Hole Stats

Identify your weakest holes on the Fairmount Country Club layout. Discover exactly which holes are costing you strokes and where you can pick up shots.

In-Round Betting

Set up Nassau, Skins, Low Medal, and Short Grass bets before you tee off. The app tracks the money in real time as you play.

Playing Partners

Connect with the golfers you play with at Fairmount Country Club. Compare handicaps, view each other's scorecards, and settle bets through the app.

Leaderboards

See where you rank among Short Grass members who play at Fairmount Country Club. Compete on gross and net leaderboards by course.

Betting Games

Run Your Usual Games at Fairmount

Whether your group plays a weekly Nassau or a Skins game on the back nine, Short Grass handles the maths so you can focus on your game. All bets support gross and net (handicap-adjusted) scoring.

Nassau

Three separate bets — front nine, back nine, and overall 18. The classic format for any foursome at Fairmount Country Club.

Low Medal

Lowest gross or net score wins the pot. Choose Full 18, Front 9, Back 9, or Front & Back 9 together.

Skins

Win a hole outright to claim the skin. Ties carry over, building the pot on Fairmount Country Club's toughest holes.

Short Grass

Points for hitting fairways and greens. Rewards the ball-strikers in your group.

Match Play

Hole-by-hole head-to-head with full handicap strokes applied. Perfect for a challenge match.

Why Chatham, New Jersey Golfers Use Short Grass
  • 1Fairmount Country Club's slope of 138 means handicap strokes matter — Short Grass allocates them correctly by hole handicap rank.
  • 2Tracking your stats hole by hole shows where you're losing shots and where you can improve.
  • 3Chatham, New Jersey golfers play regularly. Short Grass keeps a running handicap index that updates after every round.
  • 4All betting games support gross and net scoring — Nassau, Skins, Low Medal, and more.
  • 5Free for all golfers. No subscription required to log rounds, track handicap, or run bets.

Course Photos

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Google Rating

Based on golfer reviews on Google Maps

4.6

79 reviews

Course Conditions

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Playing Fairmount Soon?

Set up your Short Grass account before your next tee time at Fairmount Country Club. It takes two minutes and it's completely free.

400 Southern Blvd, Chatham, NJ 07928, Chatham, New Jersey(973) 377-5600www.fairmountcc.com
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