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Anetsberger Golf Course

• Northbrook Park District's par-3 course offers a great setting to introduce golf to juniors or tune your short game. Anetsberger has a useful practice area with bunkers and an area for wedge shots up to 50 yards.
• 9 holes - 22 photos
  

Arboretum Club

• The Arboretum Club is a shot-makers course that puts a premium on accuracy. Intriguing holes with well-defined landing areas implore you to hit good shots. You'll need your entire bag of tricks to score well here.
• 18 holes - 201 photos
  

Arlington Lakes Golf Club

• Arlington Lakes definitely lives up to its name. What it lacks in length, it more than makes up for with water hazards and tight fairways. This site was actually a military base until the course was built in 1979.
• 18 holes - 115 photos
  

Arrowhead Golf Club

• Arrowhead is one of those places that feels like a private club. Three impeccable 9-hole courses await golfers on this historic property, along with a magnificent clubhouse and even a golf museum inside.
• South Course (9 holes - 31 photos)
  East Course (9 holes - 31 photos)
  West Course (9 holes - 31 photos)
  

Big Run Golf Club

• There's truth in advertising at Big Run; this course is long if you want to play it that way. Hilly terrain and two holes at 600+ yards make for an awesome challenge. The clubhouse is dated but you can have a great time here.
• 18 holes - 36 photos
  

Billy Caldwell Golf Course

• For city-dwellers, this fun 9-hole track in Chicago's Edgebrook neighborhood is convenient to play before or after work and has some tricky holes. It's adjacent to the Chicago River, and sometimes gets flooded after heavy rain.
• 9 holes - 85 photos
  

Bloomingdale Golf Club

• This historic club has everything you need for a great day of golf: a beautiful clubhouse, a solid pro shop, good practice facilities, a fun golf course, and good food.
• 18 holes - 31 photos
  

Bolingbrook Golf Club

• Built in 2002, Bolingbrook provides a wonderful golf experience with a massive clubhouse, impressive practice facilities, and an incredible links-style golf course. The 600-yard 5th hole will test you, as will the island green on the 17th.
• 18 holes - 25 photos
  

Boughton Ridge Golf Course

• This 9-hole executive length course run by the Bolingbook Park District is only 2,227 yards but provides a challenge with water in play on 7 holes. Boughton is good for a relaxed golf experience.
• 9 holes - 21 photos
  

Bridges of Poplar Creek Country Club

• As the name implies, this track has a lot of bridges, and therefore a lot of water. But don't let that dissuade you from playing this excellent course or using its fantastic practice facility.
• 18 holes - 105 photos
  

Buffalo Grove Golf Course

• Narrow fairways and interesting hole layouts defend par here at Buffalo Grove GC. In addition, a small tributary named Buffalo Creek runs through the heart of the course and spices things up quite a bit.
• 18 holes - 28 photos
  

Burnham Woods Golf Course

• One of ten courses owned by the Cook County Forest Preserve, Burnham Woods is coming up on its 100th birthday! The course is nestled up right against the border between Illinois & Indiana. Tall, mature trees line every hole.
• 18 holes - 22 photos
  

Canal Shores Golf Course

• This short and very unique 18-hole course is deeply woven into the communities of Evanston & Wilmette, where you'll play along the Chicago River and cross numerous city streets while doing so. A relaxed and fun atmosphere awaits; you're likely to see families and pets enjoying the course during your journey.
• 18 holes - 168 photos
  

Cantigny Golf Club

• This wonderful golf playground consists of three formidable 9-hole courses, a world-class golf academy, an upscale restaurant, and more. Cantigny has hosted numerous tournaments.
• Hillside (9 holes - 36 photos)
  Lakeside (9 holes - 34 photos)
  Woodside (9 holes - 34 photos)
  

Carriage Greens Country Club

• With a max course rating of 74.2 for men, this club asks tough questions of a golfer, even though water only comes into play on two holes. The clubhouse at Carriage Greens shows its age.
• 18 holes - 34 photos
  

Chevy Chase Country Club

• Opened in 1927, Chevy Chase is a beautiful club with an interesting history and a grandiose event space. It doesn’t feel like a muni at all, but it’s owned by the Wheeling Park District.
• 18 holes - 26 photos
  

Chick Evans Golf Course

• Narrow fairways defend this historic, yet relatively short 18-hole course in Morton Grove. At 5,634 yards, length off the tee is not a requirement, but accuracy is.
• 18 holes - 124 photos
  

Cog Hill Golf & Country Club

• The amazing golf mecca known as Cog Hill has four great courses, awesome practice facilities, three separate golf shops, and everything a golfer could want. Course #4, Dubsdread, has been a premier midwestern golf destination since it was built in 1964.
• Cog Hill #1 (18 holes - 47 photos)
  Cog Hill #2 (18 holes - 42 photos)
  Cog Hill #3 (18 holes - 44 photos)
  Cog Hill #4 (18 holes - 42 photos)
  

Columbus Park Golf Course

• This historic 9 hole track was built in 1910 and is owned by the Chicago Park District. It offers a relaxed, modest, and unpretentious golf experience. There is no pro shop, barely any trees, and the holes are mostly straight lines.
• 18 holes - 23 photos
  

Countryside Golf Club

• Owned by the Lake County Forest Preserve, Countryside offers two 18-hole courses, each with a distinct experience. The practice area is robust with a full range, putting green, and chipping green.
• Prairie (18 holes - 35 photos)
  Traditional (18 holes - 35 photos)
  

Crane's Landing Golf Club

• Housed within the grounds of the Lincolnshire Marriott Resort, Crane’s Landing is a George Fazio-designed track with water on practically every hole. Narrow fairways and small greens demand accuracy.
• 18 holes - 21 photos
  

Deerfield Golf Club & Learning Center

• Marking its 60th anniversary in 2023, Deerfield Golf Club has been a core part of this community for over a half century. The practice facilities are fantastic and the course will challenge every part of your game.
• 18 holes - 36 photos
  

Deerpath Golf Course

• Deerpath's been a pillar of Lake Forest for almost a century, but constant renovations and additions since 2015 make the course feel fresh as ever. The property is in great shape, and the massive new 30,000 sq ft putting green called "The Lawn" is a triumph.
• 18 holes - 116 photos
  

Downers Grove Golf Club

• Though it's now a 9-hole course, this property was the site of America’s very first 18-hole golf course, built in 1892 by legendary architect Charles Blair MacDonald. The course is changing its name to Belmont Golf Club in 2023.
• 9 holes - 28 photos
  

Eaglewood Resort Golf Club

• The golf course at the Eaglewood Resort is short but is overflowing with character and flair. The hilly terrain here makes this track stand out, and the dramatically deep bunkers add panache.
• 18 holes - 121 photos
  

Edgebrook Golf Course

• Built over a century ago in 1910, Edgebrook is owned by the Cook County Forest Preserve. It’s a short 18 hole course with a par of 66, fit for a mellow, informal round of golf.
• 18 holes - 97 photos
  

Flagg Creek Golf Course

• This short 9-hole muni is jointly owned by the city of Countryside and the Pleasant Dale Park District. Flagg Creek’s driving range is an unexpected nice touch at a course of this length.
• 9 holes - 24 photos
  

Fountain Hills Golf Club

• The 9-hole course owned by the Alsip Park District opened in 1995 on a former landfill site. The practice area has a fully lit driving range with grass tees and two greens, one with a bunker.
• 9 holes - 37 photos
  

Fox Lake Country Club

• Hilly terrain adds flavor and drama to the golf here at Fox Lake CC. Originally built back in 1925, the course is historic and was a private club until 1983. And it's very playable, topping out at 6,359 yards.
• 18 holes - 16 photos
  

Fox Run Golf Links

• Owned by the Elk Grove Park District, in 2020 the clubhouse was rebuilt from the ground up in a $10 million renovation. The well-manicured track has an off-course driving range east of Meacham Rd.
• 18 holes - 42 photos
  

Fresh Meadow Golf Club

• The practice facility is the highlight here, with a large range and short game practice area. Unfortunately, without a working clubhouse or pro shop, set your expectations low for the golf course itself.
• 18 holes - 24 photos
  

Glencoe Golf Club

• This historic club recently celebrated its 100 year anniversary. With tree-lined fairways on practically every hole and more undulating greens than most Chicagoland public courses, Glencoe tests your ability to score.
• 18 holes - 178 photos
  

Glendale Lakes Golf Club

• Owned and operated by the Village of Glendale Heights, this course is tougher than its 6,186 yards of length imply due to the omnipresent water throughout. Bring some extra balls for the round!
• 18 holes - 15 photos
  

Glenview Park Golf Club

• At only 6,113 yards from the tips, Glenview Park's length won't challenge you as much as the many bunkers and tight fairways will. And rent a Finn Golf Scooter to really have some fun on the course.
• 18 holes - 182 photos
  

Glenview Prairie Club

• Owned by the Glenview Park District, this 9 hole executive-length course is a hotbed of junior golf activity. The grounds are very well maintained, with double greens and water on five holes.
• 9 holes - 19 photos
  

Green Meadows Golf Course

• 9 holes of casual play await golfers at Green Meadows, which is one of three courses owned by the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County. This shorter course is great for beginners.
• 9 holes - 12 photos
  

Harborside International Golf Center

• The premier golf facility within Chicago's city limits, Harborside has two exceptional links-style golf courses and a magnificent practice area, with more greens than I can count.
• Port (18 holes - 33 photos)
  Starboard (18 holes - 32 photos)
  

Heritage Oaks Golf Club

• The club formerly known as Sportsman's re-opened in 2021 after $13 million in renovations, and golfers are the beneficiary. This beautiful course features thoughtfully designed and challenging holes, along with a great practice facility.
• 18 holes - 122 photos
  

Hickory Hills Country Club

• This historic club lives up to its name; hills, ridges, and elevation changes contribute to an adventurous round at Hickory Hills. In addition to the 18-hole main course, there is also a 9-hole executive course.
• 18 holes - 32 photos
  

Highland Woods Golf Course

• One of ten courses owned by the Forest Preserves of Cook County, Highland Woods was built in 1976 and measures almost 7,000 yards. The fairways have room to breathe here and are spaced well.
• 18 holes - 32 photos
  

Hilldale Golf Club

• Designed by legendary Robert Trent Jones Sr, Hilldale is a tight and challenging venue that demands precision. It was built on land that previously housed the Marshall Field hunting club and shooting range.
• 18 holes - 31 photos
  

Indian Boundary Golf Course

• Owned by the Cook County Forest Preserve, Indian Boundary offers a casual golf experience. A great course to start learning the game on. You can rent a golfboard to spice things up!
• 18 holes - 24 photos
  

Inwood Golf Course

• This historic course was built in 1931 and is one of three courses owned by the Joliet Park District. With a lit driving range, practice facility with three greens, and a restaurant, Inwood is a full-service muni.
• 18 holes - 37 photos
  

Jackson Park Golf Course

• This historic course was built in 1899 and was the first public golf course west of the Allegheny Mountains! At 5,508 yards, it’s a short layout, but the slender fairways don’t offer a lot of breathing room.
• 18 holes - 27 photos
  

Joe Louis “The Champ” Golf Course

• The Cook County Forest Preserve owns this course, which opened in 1928 and is named after the world heavyweight boxing champion from 1937 to 1949 who used to play here.
• 18 holes - 29 photos
  

Klein Creek Golf Club

• This Dick Nugent designed course is not considered lengthy by modern standards but will give you fits unless you strike the ball accurately. 35% of the bunkers here have been removed since 2019 to make it more playable.
• 18 holes - 28 photos
  

Lake Bluff Golf Club

• There is something very satisfying about the straight fairway lines on this well-groomed course, which you can appreciate from the aerial photo. Water rarely comes into play at Lake Bluff, but narrow fairways provide the primary course defense.
• 18 holes - 36 photos
  

Lake Park Golf Course

• This par-3 course offers 18 holes of low stress golf, perfect for kids learning the game or adults wanting to tune up their short game. The longest hole is 115 yards, so leave your woods in the trunk.
• 18 holes - 131 photos
  

Lombard Golf Course

• The Lombard Park District owns this 9-hole track which measures 3,051 yards from the back tees. Water hazards play a major role during the round, so make sure you have enough balls.
• 9 holes - 20 photos
  

Lost Marsh Golf Course

• One of the most ambitious land reclamation projects in the midwest led to this beautiful golf course. Lost Marsh has a great 18 hole track, an incredible clubhouse, and a 9 hole youth academy course.
• 18 holes - 38 photos
  

Makray Memorial Golf Club

• This beautiful and challenging golf course has one of the nicest clubhouses in the Chicagoland area. Hills and water abound throughout the landscape, making this a particularly tough test.
• 18 holes - 24 photos
  

Maple Meadows Golf Course

• One of three courses owned by the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, Maple Meadows offers good value for the green fee. Water is prominent throughout the club, putting a premium on accuracy.
• 18 holes - 24 photos
  

Marquette Park Golf Course

• Situated on Chicago’s south side, this historic 9-hole course is owned by the Chicago Park District. A casual, laid-back round awaits golfers, coupled with modest fees, like most CPD courses.
• 9 holes - 15 photos
  

Meadowlark Golf Course

• Owned by the Cook County Forest Preserve, Meadowlark offers nine holes of unpretentious, relaxed golf. With no bunkers and only one water hazard, it’s a good course for beginners.
• 9 holes - 21 photos
  

Meadows Golf Club of Blue Island

• This links-style 18-hole course is owned by the city of Blue Island and aims to provide value for your buck. Use the grass tee driving range to tune up before taking on the 6,581 yard track.
• 18 holes - 30 photos
  

Mistwood Golf Club

• This absolute gem in Romeoville has won numerous awards and deserves every one. Mistwood is cleverly designed and imposes all sorts of challenges on a golfer. Try to play with someone who's played the course before, this place is tricky!
• 18 holes - 132 photos
  

Mt. Prospect Golf Club

• Mt. Prospect was renovated in 2015 to restore the course to its 1920’s era roots. It features classic holes and green concepts like the Biarritz, Punchbowl, Redan, and Eden, rarely seen in public muni’s, let alone collectively at one course.
• 18 holes - 23 photos
  

Nickol Knoll Golf Club

• This hilly and fun par 3 course has a major claim to fame. Walter Payton lived nearby and ran up and down the the hills here to work out. There is a hill here named in his honor.
• 9 holes - 18 photos
  

Oak Brook Golf Club

• Located adjacent to Butler National, Oak Brook GC is is a beautiful golf course with a solid practice facility to match. The double dogleg 16th hole is one of the trickier holes in all of Chicagoland.
• 18 holes - 33 photos
  

Oak Hills Country Club

• This historic 9-hole course weaves through homes of the Oak Hills Country Club Village. Elevation changes add intrigue to the round, and water on six holes ensures a challenge.
• 9 holes - 18 photos
  

Old Oak Country Club

• Built in 1926 with trees everywhere, Old Oak lives up to its name. This historic course has rolling hills and a fine practice facility with four separate greens. Water is in play on at least 8 holes.
• 18 holes - 50 photos
  

Old Orchard Country Club

• Over 90 years old and owned by the Prospect Heights Park District since 1999, Old Orchard has lots of water and narrow, mature-tree lined fairways.
• 18 holes - 29 photos
  

Palatine Hills Golf Course

• This 18-hole course owned by the Palatine Park District celebrated 50 years in 2018. A long and challenging test awaits golfers who play from the back tees. Has a fantastic short game practice area.
• 18 holes - 27 photos
  

Palos Country Club

• 9 holes of challenging golf await patrons of Palos Country Club. The hills and water hazards are a ubiquitous presence throughout the 3,154 yard track, which is also known as Southmoor Golf Club.
• 9 holes - 24 photos
  

Palos Hills Golf Club

• The relaxed atmosphere at this 9-hole muni owned by the city of Palos Hills is perfect for a laid-back round of golf. Oodles of bunkers await your arrival to the greens here.
• 9 holes - 17 photos
  

Prairie Bluff Golf Club

• This links-style track owned by the Lockport Park District is a great value for the price. The strong winds here add to the challenge of the 7,000+ yard course and make you glad there are few trees in play.
• 18 holes - 123 photos
  

Prairie Landing Golf Club

• Robert Trent Jones Jr. designed this prairie-links style treasure which opened in 1994. The beautiful and challenging course is coupled with a superb practice area and a solid pro shop.
• 18 holes - 110 photos
  

River Bend Golf Club

• The word River is in the name, so you know there's lots of water on this course. Indeed, water hazards are on 7 holes here. With interesting hole designs and challenges everywhere, this 9 hole course is to be taken seriously.
• 9 holes - 16 photos
  

Rob Roy Golf Course

• This interesting 9-hole track weaves its way through a community of homes called the Rob Roy Country Club Village. Accuracy is at a premium due to the tight fairways surrounded by trees, homes, water, and roads.
• 9 holes - 20 photos
  

Robert A. Black Golf Course

• This 9-hole course tucked into Chicago's West Ridge neighborhood doesn't have many amenities, but it's a good value for the price and perfect for beginners learning to play the game.
• 9 holes - 51 photos
  

Ruffled Feathers Golf Club

• This Pete Dye gem is a glorious test of golf in Lemont, next to Cog Hill. Now 30 years old in 2022, immaculate greens and fairways traverse the property. Challenges abound, especially the par-3 island green 11th hole.
• 18 holes - 41 photos
  

Salt Creek Golf Club

• The Wood Dale Park District owns this short 18 hole muni, which is technically two separate 9-hole courses. Junior golf is very popular here. Foot golf is also offered if you need a change of pace.
• 18 holes - 23 photos
  

Seven Bridges Golf Club

• Water is in play on 14 of 18 holes at this beautiful course, fed by the East Branch of the DuPage River. So bring a lot of balls. From the tips, this is one of the toughest courses in Chicagoland.
• 18 holes - 20 photos
  

Silver Lake Country Club

• Historic Silver Lake is home to 45 holes of golf, spread across two 18-hole courses and a short 9-hole course. The Coghill family has owned the club for almost a century, which has a solid practice facility and pro shop.
• North Course (18 holes - 28 photos)
  South Course (18 holes - 28 photos)
  Rolling Hills (9 holes - 29 photos)
  

St. Andrews Golf and Country Club

• West Chicago's St. Andrews pays tribute to the home of golf in Scotland with the same name. This club has history, with two great courses built in the 1920s, a fantastic practice area, multiple pro shops, and more.
• Jemsek (18 holes - 30 photos)
  St. Andrews (18 holes - 30 photos)
  

Steeple Chase Golf Club

• The pride of the Mundelein Park District, this well-groomed course has massive whimsically-shaped bunkers, oodles of water, and hilly topography all looking to thwart your day.
• 18 holes - 29 photos
  

Stonewall Orchard Golf Club

• This masterpiece of a course in Grayslake was designed by storied architect Arthur Hills. The beautifully maintained property has hosted 4 US Open qualifying tournaments. The 615-yard 18th hole is an incredible finisher.
• 18 holes - 117 photos
  

Stony Creek Golf Course

• At just over 5,000 yards, this short 18-hole course is convenient for casual golfers and folks learning the game. The club has a lot to offer, including a full driving range, a miniature golf course, and a golf simulator building.
• 18 holes - 35 photos
  

Sugar Creek Golf Course

• Villa Park's short and fun 9 hole course is great for golf beginners and laid-back players who don't view their game super seriously. The full driving range is a nice touch for a 9 hole course.
• 9 holes - 27 photos
  

Sunset Valley Golf Club

• Extensively renovated in 2018 for $7 million, Sunset Valley is a beautiful course that's exquisitely maintained. The Heathland-style design provides a stern test and has a rich history dating back to 1921.
• 18 holes - 186 photos
  

Sydney R. Marovitz Golf Course

• Sydney R. Marovitz offers Chicagoans a convenient and fun place to play 9 holes by the lake. The course has developed a reputation for slow play, as its popularity has perhaps become its Achilles heel.
• 9 holes - 77 photos
  

Tam O'Shanter Golf Course

• Tam has an amazing history you might not expect for a local 9 hole muni. It originally opened in 1925 and hosted the first nationally televised golf tournament in 1953. Ben Hogan, Byron Nelson, Sam Snead, and Arnold Palmer all played here.
• 9 holes - 64 photos
  

The Glen Club

• Tom Fazio transformed this former naval base into one the premier golf properties in the state. Hilly terrain and complex greens challenge golfers on this impeccably maintained course. The Glen Club hosts a Korn Ferry Tour event and is also the home of the Illinois Golf Hall of Fame.
• 18 holes - 37 photos
  

The Preserve at Oak Meadows

• A massive renovation finished in 2017 turned this historic but faded course into a masterpiece. Winner of several awards, this DuPage County track is now a golf landmark and is as challenging as it is beautiful.
• 18 holes - 33 photos
  

Twin Lakes Golf Club

• Not to be confused with the Twin Lakes golf course in Palatine, this short 9-hole course is all par-3’s, save for the opening par-4 hole. Owned by the Westmont Park District.
• 9 holes - 16 photos
  

Twin Lakes Golf Course

• This short 9-holer owned by the Salt Creek Rural Park District has two par-4’s and seven par-3’s. The driving range here is interesting in that you hit balls into Lake Irene.
• 9 holes - 29 photos
  

Village Greens of Woodridge

• Owned by the Woodridge Park District since 1972, this 18-hole muni measures 6,638 yards and has a full driving range. With nine ponds on the property, water is a constant presence.
• 18 holes - 20 photos
  

Village Links of Glen Ellyn

• Glen Ellyn's magnificent golf property offers both 18 and 9 hole courses and excellent golf practice facilities. While both tracks are great, the 18 hole course is a real gem and wonderfully maintained. Water's in play on 14 holes and bunkers are abundant.
• 18 Hole (18 holes - 34 photos)
  9 Hole (9 holes - 31 photos)
  

Water’s Edge Golf Club

• Owned by the village of Worth, this course runs along the Cal-Sag Channel canal, hence its name. Mature trees line most fairways and six separate water hazards provide a stern test. Has a large driving range and practice area.
• 18 holes - 33 photos
  

Wedgewood Golf Course

• Wedgewood is one of three Joliet Park District courses, with a lit driving range and short game practice area. The course hosts the popular Joliet Amateur Championship annually.
• 18 holes - 30 photos
  

White Deer Run Golf Club

• Between the excellent practice facilities, the difficult yet elegantly manicured golf course, and the stately clubhouse, this club offers everything you need for a first class round of golf.
• 18 holes - 33 photos
  

White Pines Golf Club

• Owned by the Bensenville Park District, this historic venue opened in 1929 and is home to two 18 hole golf courses, a driving range, and the 37 Bar & Grill Restaurant.
• East Course (18 holes - 156 photos)
  West Course (18 holes - 34 photos)
  

Willow Crest Golf Club

• Part of the Hilton Oak Brook Hills Resort, Willow Crest offers a beautiful and challenging golf course, upscale restaurant, and stocked pro shop to make your round of golf a great experience.
• 18 holes - 24 photos
  

Willow Hill Golf Course

• Located on the highest point in Cook County, Willow Hill offers 9 holes of Scottish links-style golf, a full driving range, and even a golf dome in the winter. On a clear day you’ll enjoy views of Chicago’s skyline.
• 9 holes - 31 photos
  

Wilmette Golf Club

• This north shore classic opened a century ago in 1923. Wilmette is well-maintained and has a nice practice facility. The par-70 layout makes the 6,363 yard track feel longer than it is.
• 18 holes - 132 photos
  

Winnetka Golf Club

• The quintessential north shore course, Winnetka offers a fair and challenging course with a robust practice facility. The course is currently undergoing renovations and is scheduled to re-open August 2024.
• 18 holes - 144 photos
  

Zigfield Troy Golf

• While Zigfield Troy’s huge driving range is the core of the golf complex, the par 3 course has notoriety and a ton of fans. The practice facilities here are great and there’s a mini golf course too.
• 9 holes - 24 photos