TPC AT JASNA POLANA
🇺🇸 Princeton, NJ, USA
Designed by Gary Player
Jasna Polana, nestled in the heart of central New Jersey, is a testament to refined elegance and strategic golf, once a sprawling estate and country manor owned by John Seward Johnson I. The Gene Bates design, while not demanding the ruggedness of links golf nor the claustrophobia of a tightly treelined course, favors the thinking golfer. Wide fairways lure aggressive drives, but the subtle undulations and carefully placed bunkers punish the careless. A gentle fade is often rewarded, as many holes subtly bend from left to right.
While largely unchanged from its original design, Jasna Polana represents a distinctly modern approach to course architecture, emphasizing playability and aesthetics in equal measure. Bentgrass fairways and immaculate greens provide a pristine playing surface, while the surrounding mature trees and meticulously maintained landscaping create a sense of serenity.
Jasna Polana, which operates primarily as a social club rather than a strictly golfing one, also boasts a membership known for its discerning palates and appreciation of fine dining. Indeed, the club's culinary offerings, particularly its carefully curated wine list, are a notable draw. Members often recount friendly competitions on the course followed by lively debates over vintages in the clubhouse, solidifying Jasna Polana's reputation as a haven for both golfers and gourmands.
Reviews
Beautiful course, definitely presents the opportunity for scoring for better players. For a higher handicap like myself I found it challenging as the greens were running pretty fast. Conditions reflected the end of season and lack of rain in the past few weeks over here. However a very enjoyable course that I would recommend.
Under-staffed and uninspired 90s TPC course. Scenic in the Fall but classic target golf. No marshalls so pace of play an issue. Forgettable.
Jasna is cool new school golf course. A few interesting holes, good mix of Par 3’s. 2 drivable Par 4’s. Has the unnatural look a lot of the TPC’s have. Greens weren’t the quickest but they were smooth.
FAQ
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Jasna Polana at TPC at Jasna Polana has a Course Vaults score of 7.7 out of 10 based on 17 explicit golfer ratings.
Jasna Polana was designed by Gary Player.
Jasna Polana at TPC at Jasna Polana is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Jasna Polana is 72.
Jasna Polana plays 7,098 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Jasna Polana is 147.