ADDISON PARK DISTRICT

Links and Tees and Golf Facility
950 W. Lake St., Addison 60101
630.458.2660
Manager: Michael Lorenzetti
Designer: David Esler, Esler Golf Designs
(2003)
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 1195
Par: 27
The newly renovated Links and Tees golf course opened in the summer of 2003 with challenges for all abilities and water coming into play on three holes.

ALSIP PARK DISTRICT
Fountain Hills Golf Club
12601 S. Kedzie Ave., Alsip
708.388.4653
Designer: Bob Lohmann (1995)
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 3233
Par: 36
Slope: 109 avg.
Rating: 34.3
Considered one of the best, most competitive 9-hole public courses on the south side with a lighted driving range, full service bar and restuarant.

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS PARK DISTRICT
Arlington Lakes Golf Club
1211 S. New Wilke Rd., Arlington Heights
60005
847.577.3030
Pro: Jon Smith
Manager: Jim Hoch
Designer: David Gill (1979)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 5331
Par: 68
Slope: 112
Rating: 65.4
A test for all abilities, the course sports 106 sand traps with water coming into play on 14 of 18 holes.

Nickol Knoll Golf Club
3800 N. Kennicott Drive, Arlington Heights
60004
847.590.6050
Manager: John Robinson
Designer: David Gill and Steve Holberg
(1995)
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 1163
Par: 27
Port of the site was renamed for Walter Payton, who trained here during his years with the Chicago Bears.

BARRINGTON PARK DISTRICT
Barrington Park District Golf Learning Center
235 Lions Dr., Barrington, 60010 no reservations Course: 5-hole (1963)
Yards: 1390
Par: 32
Intermediate players with large trees bordering every hole, medium-sized fairways and small greens.

BARTLETT PARK DISTRICT
Apple Orchard Golf Course
696 W. Steams Rd., Bartlett
630.837.5292
Manager: Steven Karoliussen
Course: 9-hole (1960)
Par: 27
A par 3 9-hole course, open daily, dawn to dusk.

BENSENVILLE PARK DISTRICT
White Pines Golf Club
500 W. Jefferson St., Bensenville 60106
630.766.0304
Pro: Jason Poblocki and Craig Bertrand
Manager: Tim Scott
Designer: Jock L. Daray, Sr. (1930)
Course: 36-hole Yards: 6601 west, 637) east
Par: 72 / 70
Slope: 118/122
Rating: 71.1 / 70.2
Course features a driving range with off-season dome.

BLOOMINGTON PARKS & RECREATION
Highland Park Golf Course
1613 South Main Street
Bloomington 61701
309.434,2200
Director of Golf Operations: John Kennedy
Pro/Manager: Phil Aldridge
Course: 18-hole(1923)
Yards: 4873/5539
Par: 70/73
Slope: 111/115
Rating: 66.9 / 70.8
This course was the City of Bloomington's first venture into the golf business and has received Golf Digest's "Places to Play" 3- star rating. Mature trees line each and every fairway, making accuracy an beautiful, meandering stream make this scenic course a great outdoor experience. Visit the full-line golf shop. Host course for the IHSA's Girls State Championships.

Prairie Vista Golf Course
502 W. Hamilton Road
Bloomington 61704
309-434-2217
prairievistagc.com
Director of Golf Operations: John Kennedy
Manager: Nancy Sampson
Designer: Roger Packard (1991)
Course: 18-hole
Yards; 6745/5224
Par: 72
Slope: 126/116
Rating: 71.6/69.3
Bent grass tees, greens and fairways make this course a treat to play with water hazards at 1 6 holes. Other amenities full-line golf shop. Host to the 1997 NCAA Women's East Regional Golf Final and has been the host course for the IHSA's Class A Boys State Championship Finals since 1993. Golf Digest's "Places to Play" 4-star course.

The Den at Fox Creek 3002 Fox Creek Rood Bloomington 61704
309-434-2300
Director of Golf Operations: John
Kennedy
Manager: Brad James
Course: 18-hole (1997)
Yards: 6926/5224
Par: 72
Slope: 128/116
Rating: 72.9/70.1
This Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course grass tees, greens and fairways, along with wild prarie grasses grown in the rough. This course features 131 sand traps strategically placed throughout the course and water hazards on 9 holes. Other amenities include a practice putting green, o practice chipping green (with practice send trap), a practice grass driving range with several target greens, and a full-line golf shop. Host for the IHSA's Class AA Boys State Championships. Mr. Palmer himself shot 74 during his Grand Opening Round... Can you beat it? Golf Digest's "Places to Play" 4-star course.

BOLINGBROOK PARK DISTRICT
Boughton Ridge Golf Course
335 E. Boughton Rd., Bolingbrook, 60440
630.739.4100
Manager: Peter Pope
Designer: Packard & Associates (1981)
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 2206
Par: 32
Slope: 105
Rating: 31.0
An executive course featuring contoured fairways and water on 7 holes. The Lily Cache Creek meanders through 5 holes, and 23 sand traps provide plenty of challenge.

BUFFALO GROVE PARK DISTRICT
Buffalo Grove Golf Center
801 McHenry Rd., Buffalo Grove 60089
847.459.2321
Pro/Manager: Kristy Vik, LPGA
This indoor golf driving range and learning center features 32 tee boxes, expansive putting green, pro shop, group and private lessons from PGA and LPGA professionals, club fitting and repairs. Nominated as one of the top 100 facilities in the country for 2003-2004.

BYRON FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT
PrairieView Golf Course
7993 N. River Rd., Byron, 61010
815.234.GOLF (4653)
Pro/Manager: Steve Murray, PGA
Designer: James Spear (1992)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 7047
Par: 72
Slope: 126
Rating: 73.0
Bent grass tees, greens and fairways with rolling hills, open prairie and dense groups and tournament play. Hosted two 2003 IJGA events, the State Am Qualifier and the Western Am Qualifier. 4-stars - Golf Digest.

CARBONDALE PARK DISTRICT

Hickory Ridge Public Golf Course
2727 W. Glenn Rd., Carbondole
618.529.4386
Pro/Manager: Michael A. Day, PGA
Designer: William Spears (1993)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6486 / 5506 / 6863
Par: 72
Slope: 134
Rating: 71.6
Golf Digest's 4-star rating "Places To Play"
1998-2003

CARY PARK DISTRICT
Foxford Hills Golf Club
6800 S. Rawson Bridge Road, Cary, IL
847.639.0400
Pro: Brian Smith, Greg Genz
Manager: John Miles
Designer: Tim Nugent (2002)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6988
Par: 72
Slope: Black-129
Rating: Black-72.8
Nominated "Best New Public Course" 2003.

CHAMPAIGN COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT
Lake of the Woods Golf Course
405 N. Lake of the Woods Rd., Mahomet,
61853
217.586.2183
See www.golftheloke.com
Pro: David Huber
Manager: Dove Torrens
Designer: Robert Bruce Harris (1953)
Course: 1 8-hole, plus 9-hole par 3
Yards: 6044/5187/6520
Par: 72
Slope: 116
Rating: 68.4
Offers a beautiful championship course, or the lakeside 9-hole par 3. Lake of the Woods Golf Course has been consistently voted "Most Popular" golf course in Champaign-Urbana.

CHANNAHON PARK DISTRICT

Heritage Bluffs Public Golf Club
24355 W. Bluff Rd,, Channahon, 60410
815.467.PUTT (7888)
Pro/Manager: Mark Fehrenbocher
Designer: Dick Nugent (1 993)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 7206 Gold Tees
Par: 72
Slope: 138
Rating: 73.9
Golf Digest's 10th Best New Public Course for 1994, Golf Digest's 4 stars and Top 75 Most Affordable Courses. Hosted the 2003 Heritage Bluffs Open.

CHICAGO HEIGHTS PARK DISTRICT
Chicago Heights East Golf Course
315 Glenwood Rd., Chicago Heights
60411
708.754.3673
Manager: Bret Willett
Designer: Ken Killian (1991)
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 2965
Par: 35
Slope: 112
Rating: 67.1
Outstanding, well-kept course at fair prices.

Chicago Heights West Golf Course
1112 Scott Ave., Chicago Heights 60411
708.754.1400
Manager: Bret Willett
Course: 9-hole (1912)
Yards: 3074
Par: 36
Slope: 122
Rating: 68.5
This well-manicured course has tight fairways and small greens.

CHICAGO PARK DISTRICT
Tee Time Reservations 31 2.245.0909
Robert A. Black
2045 W. Pratt, Chicago
312.742.7931
Pro: Adam Kwiatkoski
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 2450
Par: 33
Slope; 102
Rating: 31.1

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Diverse/ Driving Range and Miniature Golf
141 W. Diversey, Chicago
312.742.7929
This lighted two-tier range; open year-round, features heated and covered stalls and lessons.

Douglas Park Golf Learning Center and 3-Hole Golf Course
1401 S. Sacramento Ave., Chicago
This facility includes a three-hole learning putting short gome green, hitting nets and an 18-hole miniature golf course.

Jackson Park
63rd & Hayes, Chicago
312.747.2763
Manager/Pro: Emanuel Worley
Course: 18-hole (1899)
Yards: 5463
Par: 70
Slope: 107
Rating: 65.7
This historic course is the pride of the park district with high hardwood trees protecting the fairways and greens emphasizing accurate shots. The facility also has a driving range.

Marquette Park
6700 S. Kedzie Ave., Chicago
312.747.2761
Manager/Pro: Zachary Buehne
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 3300
Par: 36
Slope: 116
Rating: 35.2
Elevated tees, greens and spacious throughout the season. The Marquette Park Golf Learning Center, located on Junior Golf Island across the street from the course, features a full-length driving range, putting green and short game area.

South Shore
71st & South Shore Dr., Chicago
Manager: Walter Miller
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 2900
Par: 33
Slope: 111
Rating: 33.2
This former private club offers panoramic views of Lake Michigan, tree-lined fairways and small greens. The South Shore Golf Learning Center caters to juniors with its large bent grass putting green, a short game area with a practice bunker and 10 hitting stations.

Sydney R. Marovrtz
3600 N. Recreation Dr., Chicago
312.742.7930
Pro: Adam Kwiatkoski
Course: 9-hole (1932)
Yards: 3240
Par: 36
Slope: 117
Rating: 35.1
Ranked among the most difficult in the district, the course features tight greens, numerous bunkers and above average length.

CRYSTAL LAKE PARK DISTRICT
Lippold Park Golf Learning Center
1251 W. Route 176, Crystal Lake, 60014
815.477.5401
Pro/Manager: John Swenson
Designer: Lohman Golf
Designs (1997) The learning center features a putting green, 60 lighted tees, short game area, driving range and authorized Ping dealership, with an 18-hole miniature golf course.

DECATUR PARK DISTRICT
Faries Park Golf Course
#1 Faries Parkway, Decatur
217.422.2211
Pro: Jim Bailey, PGA
Designer: Roger Packard (1963)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6814
Par: 72
Slope: 119
Rating: 70.7
Here you'll find lakeside beauty on the front nine and flat, wide open on the bock nine. Decatur Pork District's "Most Frequently Played Course."

Decatur Indoor Sports Center and Golf
West Wood St., Decatur
217.429.3472
Pro: Chuck Weigel and Travis Lehmon
Designer: U.S. Indoor Golf (2000)
A chapter site for The First Tee, the center features two golf simulators, a putting green, sand bunkers and hitting net.

Hickory Point Golf Course
727 Weaver Rd., Decatur, 62526
217.421.7444
Pro: Jay Dexter, PGA
Designer: Roger Packard (1972)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6855
Par: 72
Slope: 121
Rating: 71.4
Among Golf Digest's "Top 20 Best Places
To Play Public Golf" and a chapter site for Illinois PGA Chapter, "Top Junior Golf Leader" Award.

Nelson Park Golf Course
200 Nelson Blvd., Decatur, 6252)
217.422.7241
Designer: Tom Bendelow (1916)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 5000
Par: 65
Slope: 115
Rating: 62
This short, executive-style course is a chapter site for The First Tee program and a grant recipient of the USGA "For the Good of the Game" Award. Central Illinois PGA Chapter, "Top Junior Golf Leader" Award.

Scavill Golf Course
3909 W. Main St., Decatur, 62522
217.429.6243
Pro: Rick Anderson, PGA
Designer: Tom Bendelow (1924-1926), redesigned by Dick Nugent
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 5782
Par: 71
Slope: 119
Rating: 67.8
A shot-maker's course and great risk-reward venue, the course has hilly, tight fairways. A chapter site for The First Tee, it was named in the "Top 100 Places to Play" by Golf for Women magazine and Golf Digest's "Top 20 Places To Play for Public Golf." Named among top 100 Magazine. Central Illinois PGA Chapter Program - "Top Junior Golf Leader" Award.

Wildwood Golf Course
2707 Wildwood Dr., Decatur
217.429.4509
Pro: Darrell Coon
Designer: Roger Packard (1975)
Course: 9-hole

30 | Illinois Parks and Recreation

DEERFIELD PARK DISTRICT
Deerfield Golf Club
1201 Sounders Rd., Riverwoods
847.945.8333
Pro: Bill Knilans
Manager: Paul Adams
Course: 18-hole
Designer: Roger Packard (1973)
Yards: 6816 blue / 6560 white / 5585 red
Par: 72
Slope: 127-135/124-132/113-121
Rating: 72.1 -78.1 / 70.9 - 76.7 / 66.5-71.3
A traditionally designed diamond in the rough with a new practice facility open for the 2004 season.

DEKALB PARK DISTRICT
Buena Vista Golf Course
131 Bueno Vista Dr., DeKalb
815.758.4812
Pro/Manager: Joy Randolph (1971)
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 2415
Par: 32
Slope: 102
Rating: 62.6

River Heights Golf Course
1100 S. Annie Glidden Rd., DeKalb
815.758.1550
Pro/Manager: Jay Randolph
Designer: Maury Peterson (1968)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6108/5488/6428
Par: 72
Slope: 118
Rating: 70.8
Challenging 18 holes with a 5,000-square-foot clubhouse, perfect for company golf outings.

DES PLAINES PARK DISTRICT
Golf Center Des Plaines 353 N. River Rd., Des Plaines
847.803.GOLF (4653)
Pro: John D. Blanke
Manager: Robert Ward
Designer: Rick Jacobson (1998)
Yards: 1050 / 682
Par: 27
The center's 80 stations feature automated, heated and covered tees, a 9-hole lighted par 3 golf course, and includes a golf shop, restaurant and instruction. Hosted the 2003 Chicago Short Game Championship.

Lake Park Golf Course
1105 Howard St., Des Plaines 60018
847.391.5730
Manager: Robert Ward
Course: 18-hole (1960)
Yards: 1515
Par: 54
With beautiful greens, strategic bunkers and a picturesque lake that doubles as a hazard, this sporty course provides hours of enjoyment to young and old. The "19th Hole" concession area in the clubhouse overlooks Lake Opeka.

DIXON PARK DISTRICT
Miller Golf Complex
1010 Washington Ave., Dixon
815.284.1036
Pro: Jim Stewart A driving range and a 9-hole course.

DOWNERS GROVE PARK DISTRICT
Downers Grove Golf Course
2420 Haddow Ave., Downers Grove
630.963.1306
Pro: Nils Anderson and Jim Festle
Manager: Vann Bennett
Designer: C.B. Macdonald (1892)
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 3233/3041 /2782/2515
Par: 36
Slope: 128/123/117/114
Rating: 71.6/69.8/67.4/69.4
First golf course west of the Allegheny mountains.

DUNDEE TOWNSHIP PARK DISTRICT
Bonnie Dundee Golf Club
270 Kennedy Dr., Carpentersville, 601 10
847.426.5511
Pro: Frank Chieppa
Manager: Jim Opp
Designer: CD. Wagstaff (1924)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6015/5277
Par: 69 / 71
Slope: 112 / 114
Rating: 68.1 / 71.1
A comfortable, reasonable place to bring your group.

Randall Oaks Golf Club
37 W 361 Binnie Rd., Dundee, 60118
847.428.5661
Pro: Frank Chieppa
Designer: William Spears (1966); Bob Lohmon re-design (2003)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6561 / 6347 / 5919 / 5209
Par: 71
Slope: 127/125/121/116
Rating: 71.4/70.4/68.5/69.5
Named 2002 "Top 10 Best Buys" by Golf Chicago magazine. Renovated front nine open for 2004 season!

DUPAGE COUNTY, FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF
Green Meadows Public Golf Course 18 W 201 W. 63rd St., Westmont, 60559
630.810.0181
Operations: Douglas Kelly
Course: 9-hole (1970)
Yards: 1942 / 1704
Par: 30
Executive course; challenging for all golfing abilities.

Maple Meadows Public Golf Club
272 Addison Rd,, Wood Dole, 60141
630.616.8424
Manager: Dean Westrom
Superintendent: Mike Vukmir
Operations: Douglas Kelly
Designer: 1925, Steve Halberg re-design (1998)
Course: 27-hole
Yards: 6438 / 5374
Par: 70
Slope: 122/119
Rating: 70.1 / 70.2
Designed and built as on intergovernmental agreement between the forest preserve district and DuPage County to address environmental concerns, to control flood water and flooding. The 15,000-square-foot clubhouse is available for outings and banquets. Host of the DuPage County Junior Classic.

Oak Meadows Public Golf Club
900 N. Wood Dale Rd., Addison, 60101
630.595.0071
Pro: Ed Stevenson
Superintendent: Joe Reents
Operations: Douglas Kelly
Course: 18-hole (1921)
Yards: 6718/5628
Par: 71
Slope: 126/128
Rating: 72.1 / 73.8
Great location, traditional style tree-lined fairway course with a 75-station driving range and 35,000-square-foot clubhouse and restaurant available for outings, banquets and weddings.

ELGIN, CITY OF
The Highlands of Elgin Golf Course
875 Sports Way, Elgin 60123
847.931.5950
Pro: Jim Vogt, PGA
Manager: Mike Lehman
Designer: Keith Foster (2002)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6267/5087/6707
Par: 71
Slope: 130
Rating: 72.5
Nine holes designed by Keith Foster and the course features bent grass fairways, surrounded by fescue and native prairie grass.

Wing Park Golf Course
1000 Wing St., Elgin 60123
847.931.5952
Pro/Manager: Mike Lehman
Course: 9-hole (1908)
Yards: 2778/2629/3131
Par: 36
Slope: 114
Rating: 34.6
Illinois' oldest municipal 9-hole course; a great place for beginners or those wanting a moderate challenge.

ELK GROVE PARK DISTRICT
Fox Run Golf Links
333 Plum Grove Rd., Elk Grove Village, 60007
847.228.3544
Designer: William Newcomb (1984)
Course: 1 8-hole
Yards: 6287
Par: 70
Slope: 117
Rating; 70.2
A challenging course with narrow landing areas and water coming into play on 12 holes. Golf Digest Places to Play 2002.

ELMHURST PARK DISTRICT
Sugar Creek Golf Course
500 E. Van Buren St., Villa Park
630.834.3325
Manager: Curt Stout
Designer: William Rose and Associates
(1976)
Course: 9-hole
Par: 32
Features large, smoothly contoured bent grass greens, a three-acre pond coming into ploy on the four and nine holes. Host of the Sugar Creek Open.

FON DU LAC PARK DISTRICT
Quail Meadows Golf Course 2215 Centennial Drive, Washington
61571
309.694.3139
Pro: Tom Keefe, PGA
Course: 18-hole (1970)
Yards: 6690
Par: 72
Slope: 121
Rating: 71.3
The course features rolling terrain, some water, and few traps.

Fon du Lac Golf Course
123 Par 3 Lane, East Peoria 61611
309.699.4222
Course: 9-hole (1962)
Yards: 1250
Par: 27
Great course for beginners, juniors and golfers wanting to work on their short game.

FOSS PARK DISTRICT
Foss Park Golf Course
3124 Argonne Dr., North Chicago 60064
847.689.7490
Manager: Brad Skof
Course: 18-hole (1974)
Yards: 6683 / 6383 / 6122 / 5860
Par: 72 / 72 / 72 / 74
Slope: 124 / 121 / 118 / 123
Rating: 71.8 / 70.4 / 69.2 / 73.1
Home of the Northeast Illinois Junior Golf Alliance, a chapter of First Tee.

FOX VALLEY PARK DISTRICT
Fox Bend Golf Course
(jointly owned see Oswegoland Park District)
Orchard Valley Golf Course
2411 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora, 60506
630.907.0500
Designer: Ken Kavanough (1993)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6745/5861
Par: 72
Slope: 134/131
Rating: 72.8 / 73.8
A championship layout provides the public course golfer many visual experiences and challenges including waterfalls, multi-tiered greens, wetlands, lakes and a variety of tee positions- Facilities include a driving range, putting green, dining room, lessons and pro shop. Golf Digest's 4 1/2 stars,

FREEPORT PARK DISTRICT
Park Hills Golf Club 3240 W. Stephenson, Freeport
815.235.3611
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Pro: Jeff Hartman
Manager: Dave Fisher
Designer: C.D. Wagstaff (1955)
Course: 36-hole
Yards: 6600 west, 6400 east
Par: 72
Slope: 116 east / 122 west
Rating: 69.9 east / 71.1 west
Golf Digest's 3 1/2 stars. Voted "Best in the Region" by the Freeport Journal Standard. "Northwest Illinois' Hidden Jewel."

GLENDALE HEIGHTS PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
Glendale Lakes Golf Club
1550 President St., Glendale Heights
60139
630.260.0095

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GLENVIEW PARK DISTRICT
Glenview National 9 Golf Club
2800 West Lake Ave., Glenview, 60025
847.657.1637
Manager: Ron Cassidy
Pro: Lee Whitcomb
Designer: Rick Jacobsen, Jacobson Golf Course Design, Inc. (2001) Course: 9-hole
Yards: 2047 blue / 1793 white / 1514 red
Par: 31
Slope: 95 (based on two 9-hole rounds)
Rating: 59.1 (based on two 9-hole rounds)
Built on the former Glenview Navel Air Station, this fun and challenging course has bent gross tee to green and is a family-oriented facility with four sets of tee markers to accommodate all skill levels.

Glenview Park Golf Club
800 Shermer Rd., Glenview
847.724.0250
Pro: David Prange and Dwayne Schiefelbein
Manager: Cliff Bosworth
Designer: Roseman (Redesign Killian & Nugent) (1924 built, 1955 park district)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6057 back / 5734 middle / 4983 forward
Par: 70
Slope: 121 / 122
Rating: 68.6 / 72.5
This is a beautiful and challenging par 70 flowerbeds. Has a full facility with pro shop, restaurant and banquet facilities, and longer practice green.

GRAYSLAKE COMMUNITY PARK DISTRICT
Carillon North of Grayslake
2150 Drury Lane, Grayslake
847.548.4713
Manager: Bob Hesser
Designer: Greg Martin (2000)
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 1200
Par: 27
"While it may be short on yardage, it's long on challenge. Yet it still fits the bills for ¦uniors, seniors and intermediates... My advice is to give this gem a try. It's tight in places and forces you to think ahead and execute good shots, but that will pay dividends toward your full-sized 18-hole rounds." Phil Kosin, Editor, Chicagoland Golf.

HIGHLAND PARK, PARK DISTRICT OF
Highland Park Golf Learning Center
2205 Skokie Volley Hwy. (Rt. 41), Highland Park, 60035
847.433.3422
Pro: Rob Saunders, Dan Ofcky, Don
Manager: Del Mackie
This driving range with 50 lighted stations is dedicated to providing players of all skill levels the opportunity to improve through private and group lessons.

Sunset Valley Golf Course
1390 Sunset Rd., Highland Park, 60035
847.432.7140
Pro/Manager: Rob Saunders
Designer: Bob Lohman, redesign (1922)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6484/6216/5297
Par: 72
Slope: 128/125/124
Rating: 71.1 / 69.9 / 70.7
With 6,500 yards of lush fairways and manicured tees, the course is open year-round with winter tee times. Host of the 2004 North Shore Amateur.

HUNTLEY PARK DISTRICT
Pinecrest Golf Course
11220 Algonquin Road, Huntley, 60142
847.669.3111
Pro: MikeYackle
Course: 18-hole (1972)
Yards: 6044 (white)
Par: 72
Slope: 118 (white)
Rating: 68.8
Home of the McHenry County Senior Amateur.

HOFFMAN ESTATES PARK DISTRICT
Poplar Creek Country Club
1400 Poplar Creek Dr., Hoffman Estates
60194
847.781.3681
See www.poplorcreekcc.com for rates and our other great services.
Pro: Jason Mannina
Director: Tony LaFrenere
Designer: Killian/Nugent (1973)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6311
Par: 70
Slope: 126
Rating: 70.2
Formidable fairways, beautifully manicured, tree-lined course.

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Eagle Creek Resort
Eagle Creek State Pork, Findlay 62534
800.876.3245
Pro: Steve Nickerson
Designer: Ken Killian (1989)
Course: l8-hole
Yards: black 6924 / blue 6599 / white 6024 / red 4978
Par: 72
Slope: 132/127/121/115
Rating: 73.5/71.6/68.6/69.1
Golf Digest's Best Resort Course and 4-star rating

Grand Marais Golf Course
5802 Lake Drive, Centerville 62203
618.398.9999
Manager: Barb Taylor
Course: 18-hole (1938)
Yards: 6750
Par: 72
Slope: 126
Rating: 71.7
A flat course with water on 14 of 18 holes

JOLIET PARK DISTRICT
Inwood Golf Course 3001 W. Jefferson St., Joliet, 60435
815.741.7265
Pro/Manager: Tom Himes
Course: 18-hole (1931)
Yards: 5890/4678/6196
Par: 71
Slope: 121
Rating: 69.4
A championship course—Golf Digest's 3 1/2 star rating—with lighted driving range. Outings and leagues welcome.

Wedgewood Golf Course
5001 Caton Farm Rd., Joliet 60431
815.741.7270
Pro/Manager: Jason Shook
Designer: Roger Packard (1970)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6519/6051 / 6836
Par: 72
Slope: 119/118
Rating: 72.4/70.5
Golf Digest's 4 stars, this championship course has a lighted driving range and hosts the annual Joliet Amateur Golf Championship.

Woodruff Golf Course
621 Cougar Rd, Joliet 60432
815.741.7272
Manager: Brian Legad
Course: 18-hole (1927)
Yards: 5424 / 5059
Par: 68
Slope: 114
Rating: 66.1
Extremely hilly and challenging layout. Outings welcome.

KANE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT
Deer Valley Golf Course
46W994 Jericho Road, Big Rock
630.556.3333
Pro/Manager: John O'Connor
Designer: John Floodstrom (1987)
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 1358
Par: 29
A par 3 course featuring with many trees along Big Rock Creek

Settlers Hill Golf Course
919 E. Fabyan Parkway, Batavia 60510
630.232.1636
Pro/Manager: John O'Connor
Designer: Bob Loehmon (1988)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6223 / 5779 / 6630
Par: 72
Slope: 130
Rating: 72.1
An Audubon International Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, this link-style course has many elevation changes.

KEWANEE PARK DISTRICT
Baker Park Golf Course
1095 Cambridge Rd., Kewanee 61443
309.852.GOLF [4653)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 61 70 blue/5644 red
Par: 71 blue/ 72 red
Slope: 11 2 blue/I 15 red
Rating: 68.7 blue/71.2 red
Userfriendly public golf course

LAKE BLUFF PARK DISTRICT
Lake Bluff Golf Club
365 W Washington, Lake Bluff 60044
847.234.6771
www.lakebluffgolfclub.com for website reservations
Pro: Darryl Stackhouse
Designer: McFadzen & Everly, Winnetka,
IL (1968)
Course: 18-hole

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Yards: 6005, white tees
Par: 69
Slope: 112
Rating: 70.1
Annual Lake County amateur tournament

LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES
Brae Loch Golf Club
33600 N. US Hwy 45, Grayslake 60030
847.223.5542 (phone)
847.548.0728 (fax)
Pro: William J. "Bill" Ebdon, PGA
Designer: Sterling McDonald, front 9;
Gerald Deane Sr., bock 9
Course: 18-hole (1928, front 9; 1965, back 9)
Yards: 5876 / 5289
Par: 70
Slope: 114/115
Rating: 67.5 / 69.9
This fun, challenging course - a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary - features mature trees and sweeping vistas.

Countryside Golf Club
20800 W. Hawley St., Mundelein, 60060
847.566.5544 (phone)
847.566.51 39 (fax)
Pro: William J. "Bill" Ebdon, PGA
Designer: Bob Lohman, prairie course (1991); Alfred Tyson, traditional (1927)
Course: 36-hole (18-hole traditional, 18-hole prairie); Golf Learning Center (30 hitting stations); Golf Instruction
Yards: 6757 block / 6276 gold/ 5050 auburn
Par: 72 / 72
Slope: 121 /116 and 122/ 102 and 112
Rating: 71.4 / 69.2 and 74.8/ 63.4 and 67.9
This Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary received the 2002 GCSAA/Golf Digest Environmental Leader Award, The golfers a chance to challenge their game. The traditional course features scenic, tree-lined fairways and smaller greens.

Fort Sheridan Golf Club
AT PRESSTIME THIS COURSE WAS CLOSED FOR PLANNED IMPROVEMENTS.
ThunderHawk Golf Club
39700 N. Lewis Aye., Beach Park, IL
60099
847.872.4295 (phone)
847.872.1794 (fax)
Pro: William J. "Bill" Ebdon, PGA
Designer: Robert Trent Jones, Jr. (1999)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 7031 block/6631 brass / 5905 silver/ 5046 auburn
Par: 72
Slope: 136 / 132 / 125 and 133 / 122
Rating: 73.8 / 71.9 / 68.6 and 74.2 / 69.2
Nestled on 244 acres of forest, marsh and prairie, ThunderHawk is the first public course in Illinois to achieve Audubon Signature Certification, Golfers can spot bluebirds while playing one of the hottest courses in the Chicago area.

LAKE FOREST FORESTRY AND PARKS DEPARTMENT
Deerpath Golf Course
500 West Deerpath
847.615.4290
Pro: Chris Marszaiek Manager: Fred Jackson Designer: Alex Pirie (1927)
Yards: 6250/5487 Par: 70 / 72 Slope: 128/125 Rating: 69.8/72.2
A course for all skill levels, this well-maintained traditional course has tree-lined fairways and small, well-bunkered greens.

LIBERTYVILLE PARK DISTRICT
Libertyville Golf Course
870 Country Club Drive, Libertyville,
60048
847.362.5733 for tee times
Golf Pro/Golf Operations Manager:
Charles Sims, PGA
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 1205 / 1033
Par: 27
Unique and challenging 9-hole, par-3 course located in a scenic, wooded setting along the Des Plaines River.

Libertyville Sports Complex Golf Center
1850 N. Highway 45 (corner of 45 and Peterson Rd.) Libertyville, 60048
847.367.1506
Golf Operations Manager: Charles Sims
(847-367-6850).
Rated top 10 Best New Golf Range in America by Golf Range Magazine and the Golf Range Association of America, the driving range open to the public year round. Automated tee-up machines, covered and heated stations for all-year use, grass greens and a championship short-gome area. A comprehensive and available for golfers of all ages and skills. A fully stocked pro shop, memberships and special pricing are available.

LISLE PARK DISTRICT
River Bend Golf Club
5900 S. Route 53, Lisle 60532
630.968.1920
Pro/Manager: Terry Remke, PGA
Designer: James Spear and Associates (1993)
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 3500
Par: 36
Slope: 126
Rating: 70.8
Chicago Tribune rated River Bend among the Top 3 Hardest and Best Maintained 9

LOCKPORT TOWNSHIP PARK DISTRICT
Prairie Bluff Public Golf Club
19433 Renwick Rood, Lockport 60441
815.836.4653
Manager/Pro: Steve Lunde
Designer: Roger Packard and Andy North (1998)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6857
Par: 72
Slope: 122
Rating: 72.1
American links-style course, fescue grass throughout and challenging for all levels.

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LOMBARD PARK DISTRICT
Western Acres Golf Course
21 West 680 Butterfield Road (Route 56), Lombard
630.469.6768
Superintendent of Golf Operations: Kevin Ingram Assistant Superintendent of Golf
Operations: Dean Styburski
Clubhouse Manager: Todd Scheuerman
Course: 9-hole (1965)
Yards: 3051 / 2852
Par: 35
Slope: 111 / 114
Rating: 69.2/72.2
A tranquil and picturesque walk through the heart of DuPage County, the course is host to the Lilac Spring Shootout.

MANTENO, VILLAGE OF
Manteno Golf Club
7202 N. 4000 East Rd., Manteno 60950
815.468.8827
Pro: Barbara Scott
Manager: Village of Monteno
Designer: John Krutilla (1974)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6435
Par: 72
Slope: 115
Rating: 69.1
Excellent par 3's and par 5's with subtle greens making scoring a challenge. Facilities include a restaurant and lounge. Banquet room comfortably holds 200 people.

MONMOUTH PARK DISTRICT
Gibson Woods Golf Course P.O. Box 855, 1321 n. 11th St., Monmouth, 61462
309.734.9968
Pro/Manager: Tim Sweborg
Greens Superintendent: Gary Doestch
Course: 18-hole ¦1966]
Yards: 6220/5915/6362
Par: 71 / 75/71
Slope: 119
Rating: 70.9
Illinois State High School Champions, the Monmouth Zippers, Hosted the 2003 and will be hosting the 2004 McDonald's FGA Junior Golf Classic.

MT. PROSPECT PARK DISTRICT
Mt. Prospect Golf Club
600 See Gwun Ave., Mt. Prospect 60056
847.632.9300
Pro: Brett Barcel
Course: 18-hole (1927)
Yards: 6215
Par: 71
Slope: 124
Rating: 70.1
This fine course features mature tree-lined fairways with bent grass on the tees, greens and fairways.

MUNDELEIN PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT
Steeplechase Golf Club
200 N. LaVista Dr., Mundelein 60060
847.949.8900
Pro/Manager: Bill Brolley
Designer: Ken Killian (1993)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6466/4831 / 6827
Par: 72
Slope: 136
Rating: 73.3
Scenic beauty, outstanding course conditions and challenging greens, Steeple Chase received Golf Digest's 4-star rating and Chicagoland Golf's 4 1/2 stars.

NAPERVILLE PARK DISTRICT
Naperbrook Golf Course
22204 W. 111th Street, Plainfield 60544
630.378.4215
Director of Golf: Ed Provow
Golf Course Superintendent: Parin Schmidt
Pro: Joe Sterr
Designer: Roger Packerd (1990)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6755
Par: 72
Slope: 125
Rating: 72.2

Springbrook Golf Course
2220 W. 83rd St., Naperville 60564
630.848.5060
Pro: Mike Lyzun
Designer: Roger Packard (1974)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: Men: 6459 blue / 5850 white / 6896 gold
Women: 5850 white / 5033 red
Par: 72
Slope: Men: 126/119/130
Women: 131/121
Rating: Men: 70.9/68.1 / 73
Women: 73.6/69.1
The course's superbly manicured greens, tees and fairways combined with its excellent course design keep golfers of all skill levels loyal to it.

NEW LENOX PARK DISTRICT
The Sanctuary Golf Course 485 N. Morley Rd., New Lenox
815.462.GOLF (4653)
Pro/Manager: Dean Gabey
Designer: Steve Holberg (1996)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6342/5120/6701
Par: 72
Slope: 128
Rating: 71.2
Four sets of tees on every hole for all skill levels with firm, fast bent grass greens and fairways. Rated 3 1/2 stars by Golf Digest and "Best Buy" from Golf Chicago magazine. Hosted the 2003 Sanctuary Open, Buick Scramble and Sanctuary Pro-Am. 2003 Daily Southtown Readers' Choice Award for top golf course in South Chicagoland.

NILES PARK DISTRICT
Tom O'Shanter Golf Course
6700 W. Howard St., Niles 60714
847.965.2344
Course: 9-hole (1970)
Yards: 2580
Par: 33
Slope: 107
Rating: 64.2
The number 6 hole (par3) is part of the original famous Tam O'Shanter Country Club.

NORMAL DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
Ironwood Golf Course 1901 Towanda Normal, IL 61761 309-454-9620 Course: 18-hole

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NORTHBROOK PARK DISTRICT
Anets Golf Course
180 Anets Drive, Northbrook
847.412.1191
Manager/Pro: Stan Mazzetta
Director of Golf: Mark Miller
Course: 9-hole (1956)
Yards: 1200
Par: 28
A course in a quiet setting with three holes Sportsman's Country Club
3535 Dundee Rd., Northbrook
847.291.2350
Pro: Greg Baron, PGA
Course: 27-hole
Designer: Edward B. Dearie (1931)
Yards: 6293 (18)/3010(9)
Par: 70, 35 Slope: 126
Rating: 70.5
3 1/2 stars - Golf Digest

OAK LAWN PARK DISTRICT
Stony Creek Golf Course
5850 W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn
708.857.2433
Pro: Margie Muzik
Superintendent: Tim Scott
Designer: Carl Goetz (1994)
Course: 18-hole and practice range
Yards: 5004
Par: 65
Slope: 103
Rating: 62.5
Spectacular new clubhouse with full-swing building. This course offers well-bunkered contoured greens with beautiful Stoney Creek meandering across the course.

OSWEGOLAND PARK DISTRICT
Fox Bend Golf Course
Route 34, Oswego, 60543
630.554.3939
www.foxbendgolfcourse.com
Head Golf Pro: Bryan Luedtke
Manager: Leon McNair
Designer: Brent Wadsworth (1967)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6845 black / 6480 blue / 6080 gold / 5325 red
Par: 72
Slope: 124/121 /117/116
Rating: 72.1 / 70.8 / 68.9 / 70.1
Ranked by Chicagoland Golf as one of the Top 25 Public Courses and Top 5 courses for an outing, it features bent grass tees facility and restaurant. Hosted the 2003 Buick Scramble Sectional.

PALATINE PARK DISTRICT
Palatine Hills Golf Course
512 W. Northwest Highway, Palatine,
60067
847.359.4020
Pro: Don Hotchkin
Manager: Raul Zaldivar
Designer: Edward Lawrence Packard
(1967)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6800 black / 6500 blue / 6000 white
Par: 72
Slope: 128/125/127
Rating: 72.5/71.2/73,9
Rated 3 stars by Golf Digest and named one of Chicagoland's Best Buys by Chicagoland Golf magazine.

PEKIN PARK DISTRICT
Lick Creek Golf Course
2210 N. Parkway Dr., Pekin 61554
309.346.0077
Designer: Roger Packard (1976)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6515/5278/6910
Par: 72
Slope: 129/125/133
Rating: 71.2/72.7/73
The course has many elevation changes, challenging for all calibers of golfers. A great value and rated 4 stars by Golf Digest.

Parkview Golf Course
2300 Broadway, Pekin
309.346.8494
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 5376 red / 6002 white
Par: 76 / 70
Slope: 100/102
Rating: 63.6/65.4
Lots of challenging elevation changes and a great value.

PEORIA PARK DISTRICT
Detweiller Golf Course
8412 N. Galena Rd., Peoria
309.692.7518
Pro: Kyle Meger
Course: 9-hole (19611962)
Yards: 1758
Par: 29
Rating: 55.1
A scenic river course with natural riverbank flora, Detweiller offers minimum hazards and is a favorite of junior golfers and novice players.

Donovan Golf Course
5805 N. Knoxville Ave., Peoria
309.691.8361
Pro: John Gostele, PGA
Course: 18-hole (1929)
Yards: 6168
Par: 71
Slope: 105
Rating: 68.1
Beautiful rolling, irrigated terrain combines preferred by golfers with diverse handicaps. North Observatory is also located on the grounds.

Golf Learning Center and Academy
7815 N. Radnor Rd., Peoria
309.690.7162
Pro: Robby Dobelstein, PGA
No shot exists that you can't practice at the Learning Center, featuring indoor and outdoor practice facilities for year-round play. Experience a virtual golf simulator.

Kellogg Golf Course
7716 Radnor Rd., Peoria
309.691.0293
Pro: Robby Dobelstein, PGA
Course: 18-hole (1972)
Yards: 6370
Par: 72
Slope: 118
Rating: 70.1
Sprawling terrain, elevated tees and greens, water obstacles and varied bunkers golfers. This course includes the Kellogg Executive 9 - 2,744 yards, 9-hole executive course for all players wanting to improve their game and enjoy family fun.

Madison Golf Course
2735 W. Dr. M.L. King Dr., Peoria
309.673.7161
Pro: Gene Petty
Course: 18-hole (1918)
Yards: 5332
Par: 69
Slope: 92
Rating; 63.8
This course is open year round and offers very few hazards, making it a favorite of senior golfers.

Newman Golf Course
2021 W. Nebraska Ave., Peoria
309.674.1663
Pro: Terry Ridgley, PGA
Course: 18-hole (1937)
Yards: 6467
Par: 72
Slope: 122
Rating 71.1
Challenging steep terrain, moderate ravines, deep bunkers and many mature popular with low- to medium-handicap golfers.

PLEASANT DALE PARK DISTRICT
Flagg Creek Golf Course
6939 S. Wolf Rd., Countryside 60525
708.246.3336
Pro: Billy Rosinia, PGA
Designer: Greg Martin (1993)
Yards: 2502 / 2188 / 1865
Par: 33
Slope: 104 / 97/95
Rating: 31.9/30.3/30.4
Bent gross tees and fairways with Sighted driving range, clubhouse, restaurant and bar. Host of the Illinois Junior Golf Association tournament.

PROSPECT HEIGHTS PARK DISTRICT
Old Orchard Country Club
700 W. Rand Rd., Mount Prospect 60056
847.255.2025
Pro: Marc Heidkamp
Designer: Albert Wickersham (1930)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6118
Par: 70
Slope: 130
Rating: 70.0
Golf Digest 4-star promo

QUINCY PARK DISTRICT
Westview Golf Course
2150 S. 36th St., Quincy 62301
217.223.7499
Pro/Manager: Mark Christensen
Designer: Scotty Glasgow (1946);
Redesign by D.A. Weibring
Course: 27-hole
Yards: 118 6441 /1927 2860
Par: 71 / 34
Slope: 116/112
Rating: 70.1 / 33.6
Rated 3 stars by Golf Digest, this is the host golf course for the Pepsi Little People's Championship and the Pepsi Junior Masters.

RANTOUL PARK DISTRICT
Brookhill Golf Course
3150 County Road, 1700 E., Rantoul
61866
217.893.1200
Manager: Bill Anderson
Designer: Lawrence Packard (1971)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6597 blue / 6238 white, 5557 red
Par: 72
Slope: 113/112/113
Rating: 70.4/68.7/70.6
A scenic, challenging rolling course with 42 sand traps, water or creeks that come into play on 8 holes, tree-lined fairways with large, receptive greens. Full pro shop, driving range and putting green. Host of the Rantoul Open and the Brookhill Open.

REND LAKE CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Rend Lake Golf Course
P.O. Box 907, Benton, IL 62812
618.629.2353
Director of Golf: D.W. Davis
Head Pro: Craig Zinzilieta
Designer: Lawrence Packard (1976)
Course: 27-hole (three 1 8-hole combos)
Yards: east-south 6861 / east-west 6812 / south-west 6835
Par: 72
Slope: 130/131/133
Rating: 72.2/71.8/73
1998 Illinois State Amateur, "Places to Play" Golf Digest - 4 1/2 stars; Annual Gateway PGA Southern Illinois Open

RIVER TRAILS PARK DISTRICT
Rob Roy Golf Course
505 E. Camp McDonald Rd.. Prospect
Heights
847.253.4544
Manager: Gary Seiden
Designer: Nugent (1989 purchased by Park District)
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 3022
Par: 36
Slope: 113
Rating: 70.7
Distinguished Agency award.

ROCKFORD PARK DISTRICT
Aldeen Golf Club
1900 Reid Form Rd., Rockford 61107
1.888.4ALDEEN
Pro: Duncan Geddes
Designer: Dick Nugent (1991)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 7058
Par: 72
Slope: 130
Rating: 73.9
The course has a 4-star rating from Golf Digest and water hazards loom on 12 of the 18 holes with expertly manicured bent grass tees, greens, and fairways throughout. The Aldeen Practice Centre offers 75 grass tee stations, 2 short game areas, 2 practice bunkers, and a 14,000-square-foot putting green.

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Elliot Golf Course
888 South Lyford Rd., Rockford
815.332.5130
Pro/Manager: David Claeyssens
Designer: Edward Lawrence Packard
(1968)
Course: 1 8-hole
Yards: 6433
Par: 72
Slope: 120
Rating: 70.3
This championship course has 6,433 yards of rolling terrain, large trees and spacious greens. Received Golf Digest's 3 1/2-star rating with a lighted driving range and practice facilities.

Ingersoll Golf Course
101 Daisyfield Rd., Rockford
815.987.8834
Pro/Manager: David Claeyssens
Designer: Thomas M. Bendelow (1922)
Course: 1 8-hole
Yards: 6107
Par: 71
Slope: 111
Rating: 68.9
This heavily wooded course with narrow classic example of golf course architecture of the 1920s. Hosted a 2001 clinic presented by Tiger Woods and the Tiger Woods Foundation.

Sandy Hollow Golf Course
2500 Sandy Hollow Rd., Rockford
815.987.8836
Pro/Manager: David Claeyssens
Designer: Charles Dudley Wagstaft (1930)
Yards: 6228
Par: 71
Slope: 115
Rating: 69.3
A Golf Digest 3 1/2-star rated course, Sandy Hollow is on Audubon Certified course.

Sinnissippi Golf Course
1401 N. Second St., Rockford
815.987.8838
Pro/Manager: David Claeyssens
Designer: Thomas M. Bendelow (1912)
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 3230
Par: 37
The National Golf Foundation rated Sinnissippi as one of the six best 9-hole courses in Illinois.

ROUND LAKE AREA PARK DISTRICT
Renwood Golf Course
701 E. Shorewood Rd., Round Lake
60073
847.231.4711
Pro/Manager: Diane Miller
Designer: 1915 original design; renovation by William Spear, 1974
Course: 1 8-hole
Yards: 5919 white / 5445 red / 6062 blue
Par: 72
Slope: 121/122/123
Rating: 68.4/71.1 /69.1
Course features large greens and tees with wide fairways giving golfers a midwestern built nearly ninety years ago, is tree-lined and tighter, demanding accurate shots. Recent renovations to the course provide plenty of bunker challenges. The clubhouse, built in the traditional farmhouse style, offers a comfortable setting to relax.

ST. CHARLES PARK DISTRICT
Pottawatomie Golf Course
845 N. Second Ave., St. Charles 60174
630.584.8356
Pro/Manager: Jim Wheeler
Designer: Robert Trent Jones (1939)
Yards: 3005
Par: 35
Slope: 118
Rating: 69.4
First 9hole golf course to receive certification by Audubon International as a Cooperative Sanctuary.

SALT CREEK PARK DISTRICT
Twin Lakes Golf Course
1200 E. Twin Lakes Drive, Palatine
847,934.6050
Pro: Cary Cavitt
Manager: Kerry Timler
Designer: Killian Design Group (1 987)
Yards: 1331 / 1087/1473
Par: 29
An executive course featuring a floating range with island targets.

SCHAUMBURG PARK DISTRICT
Schaumburg Golf Club
401 N. Roselle Road, Schaumburg 60194
847.490.7074
Course: 27-hole
Yards: 6340
Par: 72
Slope: 121
Rating: 70.7
Host of the 2003 IPGA Pro Junior and the Illinois Open Qualifier.

Walnut Greens
1150 Walnut Lane, Schaumburg, IL
60194
847.490.7878
Pro: Peggy Ellsworth
Course: 9-hole
Par: 3
A course for beginners and teens, and a great practice course for golfers of all skill levels. Each season, Walnut Greens offers a variety of leagues and lessons. See the website - www.parkfun.com

SKOKIE PARK DISTRICT
Weber Park Golf Course
9300 Weber Park PI., Skokie 60077
847.674.1500. ext. 3600
Pro: Chris Pytell, PGA
Designer: Dick Nugent (1973)
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 1095
Par: 3
The course features bent grass greens, beautiful landscaping, gazebo, snack shop, tournaments and lessons. Its well-greens add to the natural beauty of the course.

Skokie Sports Pork
3459 Oakton St., Skokie 60076
847.674.1500 ext. 3100
Pro: Chris Pytell, PGA
Voted one of the Top 100 Golf Ranges in the United States and Canada by the Golf Range Association of America, this 40-station golf practice range also features miniature golf courses and batting cages.

SPRINGFIELD PARK DISTRICT
Bergen Golf Course
2900 Clear Lake Ave., Springfield
217.753.6212
Pro: Archer Logon
Designer: Lawrence Packard
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 2657
Par: 35
Slope: 48.5
Rating: 32.4

Bunn Golf Course
2500 S. 11th St., Springfield
217.522.2633
Pro: Paul Loutzenhiser
Designer: Lawrence Packard (1925)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6297
Par: 72
Slope: 118
Rating: 69.5

Lincoln Greens Golf Course
700 E. Lake Dr., Springfield
217.786.4111
Pro: Jim Sutzer
Course: 18-hole (1957)
Yards: 6813
Par: 72
Slope: 119
Rating: 71.1

Pasfield Golf Course
1700 W. Lawrence Ave., Springfield
217.753.6226
Pro: Lance Slury
Designer: Lawrence Packard
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 2299
Par: 34
Slope: 44.5
Rating: 30.8

STERLING PARK DISTRICT
Emerald Hill Golf and Learning Center
16802 Prairieville Rd., Sterling 61081
815.622.6204
Pro: Pat Dunphy
Course: 18-hole (1925)
Yards: 6244
Par: 71
Slope: 113
Rating: 69.5
This course features a well-manicured layout with rolling terrain, watered fairways and challenging undulated greens.

SYCAMORE PARK DISTRICT
Sycamore Golf Club
940 E. State St., Sycamore 601 78
815.895.3884
Golf Course Superintendent: Jeff Donahoe
Pro: Kirk Lundbeck
Course: 18-hole (1923)
Yards: 5881
Par: 71
Slope: 116
Rating: 67.8
Finely groomed bent grass fairways and immaculate conditions at reasonable prices.

TAYLORVILLE PARK DISTRICT
Lake Shore Golf Course
1460 E. 1000 North Rd., Taylorville
62568
217.824.5521
Pro: Jim Jones
Designer: William J. Spears (1969)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6778
Par: 72
Slope: 120
Rating: 71.5
Golf Digest - 4 stars

WAUKEGAN PARK DISTRICT
Bonnie Brook Golf Course
2800 N. Lewis Ave., Waukegan 60087
847.360.4730
Pro: Marv Rezabek
Designer: Jim Foulis(1927)
Course: 1 8-hole
Yards: 6626
Par: 72
Slope: 123
Rating: 71.8
Golf Digest's 4 star rating

Greenshire Golf Course
38727 N. Lewis Ave., Beach Park, 60099
847.360.4777
Pro: Marv Rezabek
Designer: Dick Nugent (1 966)
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 1265
Par: 27

Orchard Hills Golf Course
38342 N. Green Bay Road, Waukegan
60087
847.336.5118
Manager: Kathy Newyear
Designer: Roger Packerd (1927)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6458
Par: 71
Slope: 107
Rating: 69.7

WESTMONT PARK DISTRICT
Twin Lakes Golf Club
400 W. 59th St.. Westmont 60559
630.852.7167
Manager: Frank Zelenka
Course: 9-hole (1984)
Yards: 1381
Par: 28

WHEATON PARK DISTRICT
Arrowhead Golf Club
26 W. 151 Butterfield Rd., Wheaton
60187
630.653.5800
Pro: Pete Drogos
Designer: Stanley Pelchar (1927), remodel
Ken Killian (1993-2001)
Course: 27-hole
Yards: 6900
Par: 72
Slope: 131
Rating: 72.4
Public Course National Achievement -1992, 1993, 1994; 4 stars, Chicagoland Golf 2 1/2 stars. Golf Digest; Audubon Golf Course.

WHEELING PARK DISTRICT
Traditions at Chevy Chase
1000 N. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling
60090
847.537.0082
Pro: Robert Falkiner, PGA
Course: 18-hole
Designer: Tom Bendelow (1923); Bob Lohmann (2002)
Yards: 6543
Par: 72

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WILMETTE PARK DISTRICT
Wilmette Golf Course
3900 Fairway Dr., Wilmette 60091
847.256.9646
Pro: Dennis R. Callaghan
Course: 18-hole (1922)
Yards: 6030
Par: 70
Slope: 123
Rating: 68.8

WINNEBAGO COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT
Atwood Homestead Golf Course
8990 Old River Rd., Rockford 61103
815.623.2411
Pro: Steve Hare, PGA)
Course: 18-hole (1972
Yards: 7420 black/6672 blue/6151 white/5464 gold
Par: 72
Slope: 127/120/115/114
Rating: 74.7/70.9/68.5/70.2
Beautiful prairie links design with large putting greens.

Ledges Golf Course
7111 McCurry Rd., Roscoe 61073
815.389.0979
Pro: Mike Durand, PGA
Course: 18-hole (1977)
Yards: 6740 blue / 6417 white / 5881 red
Par: 72
Slope: 129/124/129
Rating: 73.1/71.1/74.1
Excellent test for all facets of the game. Water hazards are featured on 10 holes in this challenging layout.

Macktown Golf Course
2221 Freeport Rd., Rockton 61072
815.624.7410
Pro: Mike Durand, PGA
Course: 18-hole (1931)
Yards: 5770 white / 5403 red
Par: 71
Slope: 109/111
Rating: 67.1 / 70.3
Very mature trees and well established conditions. Classic Depression-era layout is enjoyable for golfers of all skill levels.

WINNETKA PARK DISTRICT
Winnetka Golf Club
1300 Oak, Winnetka 60093
847.501.2050
Pro: Cortney Miller, PGA
Course: 27-hole (191 7)
Yards: 6500 / 5800
Par: 71/72
Slope: 123/128
Rating: 71.3/73.1
Host to AJGA Chicago Junior Tournament. Qualifier site for Illinois Open.

WOOD DALE PARK DISTRICT
Salt Creek Golf Club
701 W. Thorndale Ave., Wood Dole
60191
630.773.0184
Pro/Manager: Anthony Perry
Designer: Fred Lukins(1958)
Course: 2 executive 9-hole courses
Yards: 4034 total
Par: 63
Rating: 61
Newly renovated clubhouse with expanded Golf course open year-round, weather permitting.

WOODRIDGE PARK DISTRICT
Village Greens of Woodridge
1575 W. 75th St., Woodridge 60517
630.985.3610
Pro/Manager: Brandon Evans
Designer: Robert Bruce Harris (1959)
Yards: 6638
Par: 72
Slope: 121
Rating: 71.2
Named the 2001 Illinois Golf Course of the Year, 2002 Business Ledger Excellence in Business Award, Golf Magazine "Best Buys in Chicago," home of the Illinois State Scramble.

ZION PARK DISTRICT
Shepherd's Crook Golf Course
351 Green Bay Rd., Zion
847.872.2080
Manager: Larry Myers
Designer: Keith Foster (1999)
Course: 18-hole
Yards: 6769 / 6272 / 6002 / 4901
Par: 71
Slope: 125/120/116/114
Rating: 71.9/69.5/67.9/67.4
Rated five stars by Chicagoland Golf magazine and one of the "100 Best Fairways for Women" by Golf for Women magazine, this links-style layout offers an enjoyable, challenging round of golf.

Shiloh Park Golf Course
23rd St. & Bethesda Blvd., Zion
847.746.5500, ext. 420
Manager: Larry Myers
Designer: Edward L. Packard (1963)
Course: 9-hole
Yards: 2900 / 2250
Par: 35
Slope: 128/118/111
Rating: 68.4 / 67.4 / 66.8
Challenging 9-hole layout, providing a quality golf experience for all levels.

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