1. Anets
180 Anets Dr., Northbrook.
Phone: 847-412-1191.
Pro: Mike Erwin.
Fees: Non-residents-$9. Residents-$7.
Comment: Now operated by Northbrook Park District. Short, challenging nine-hole course with four water hazards.
2. Antioch Golf Club
40150 N. Route 59, Antioch.
Phone: 847-395-3004.
Pro: Steve Jump, general manager.
Course rating (men): 70.1, 67.7.
Slope (men): 126, 119.
Yards: 6,172, 5,649.
Course rating (women): 75.5.
Slope (women): 134.
Yards: 5,103.
Fees: Wkdays-$32 for 18 (with cart). $20 (with cart) 2-6 p.m., $20 for 18 walking, all times). Wknds-$42 for 18 (with cart), 6 a.m.-9 a.m. $42 for 18 with cart), $30 9-11 a.m., $35 11 a.m.-2 p.m., $30 after 3 p.m.
Comment: Web site www.antiochgolfclub.com. Short but challenging course for all levels.
3. Bittersweet Golf Club
875 Almond Rd., Gurnee.
Phone: 847-855-9031.
Pro: Kelly Holmes.
Course rating (men): 71.1, 72.8.
Slope (men): 126, 130.
Yards: 6,720, 6,314.
Course rating (women): 72.7, 69.6.
Slope (women): 124, 115.
Yards: 5,614, 5,027.
Fees: Wkdays-$60 for 18 (with cart), $33 after 3:30 p.m. (with cart), $25 after 3:30 p.m. (walking), $20 after 5:30 p.m. Wknds-$67 for 18 (with cart), $38 after 3:30 p.m. (with cart), $30 after 3:30 p.m. (walking), $20 after 5:30 p.m., $27 for twilight. Resident rates available.
Comment: A cooperative sanctuary with Audubon Society, course developed in a mitigated wetland area and features water on 16 holes. Softened course, changes made on 15 of 18 holes.
4. Bonnie Brook Golf Club
2800 N. Lewis Ave., Waukegan.
Phone: 847-360-4730.
Pro: Marvin Rezabek.
Course rating (men): 71.8, 70.3.
Slope (men): 123, 119.
Yards: 6,626, 6,294.
Course rating (women): 69.1.
Slope (women): 116.
Yards: 6,026.
Fees: Non-residents: Wkdays-$29 for 18, $19 for 9 and twilight. Wknds-$35 for 18, $20 for 9 and twilight. Residents: Wkdays-$24 for 18, $16 for 9 and twilight. Wknds-$26 for 18, $17 for 9 and twilight. Carts-$26 for 18, $16 for 9. Senior rates available before 3 p.m. Mon.-Tues.
Comment: Full-service facility includes practice bunkers, driving range and restaurant. Newly renovated lounge and pro shop.
5. Brae Loch Golf Course
33600 Route 45, Grayslake.
Phone: 847-223-5542.
Pro: Jack Malloy, manager.
Course rating (men): 67.5.
Slope (men): 114.
Yards: 5,876.
Course rating (women): 69.6.
Slope (women): 115.
Yards: 5,289.
Fees: Non-residents: Wkdays-$26 for 18, $20 for 9, $22 for twilight. Wknds-$31 for 18, $24 for 9 and twilight. Lake County residents: Wkdays-$19 for 18, $13 for 9, $15 for twilight. Wknds-$24 for 18, $19 for 9 and twilight. Senior (62 or older, wkdays only) residents-$16 for 18. Carts-$25 for 18, $15 for 9, $18 for 18, $15 for 9, $18 for twilight, $20 for 18 sunrise rate, $12 for 9 sunrise rate, $15 for 18 (single ride any time), $10 for 9 (single rider, amy time)
Comment: Easy course to walk, yet features many tree lines and sand.
6. Bristol Oaks
Highway 50 (2 1/2 miles west of Interstate 94), Bristol, Wis.
Phone: 262-857-2302.
Pro: TBA.
Course rating (men): 69.2, 67.8.
Slope (men): 117, 113.
Yards: 6,187, 5,933.
Course rating (women): 71.4.
Slope (women): 118.
Yards: 5,655.
Fees: Wkdays-$20 for 18, $14 for 9, $6 for 9 after 6 p.m. Wknds-$26 for 18, $18 for 9, $10 for 9 after 6 p.m. Seniors (60 or older, Mon. only 7-11 a.m.)-$10 for 18. Carts-$26 for 18, $14 for 9.
Comment: Price increase yet to be determined. Rolling hills and many oaks mark user-friendly course for average golfer.
7. Countryside Golf Club
(Prairie & Traditional courses)
Lake County Forest Preserve20800 W. Hawley St., Mundelein
Phone: 847-566-5544.
Pro: Bill Edbon.
Course rating (men): East 71.4; West 70.3.
Slope (men): Prairie 121; Traditional 118.
Yards: 6,757, 6,397.
Course rating (women): Prairie 67.9; Traditional 69.8.
Slope (women): East 112; West 114.
Yards: 5,050, 5,278.
Fees: Non-residents: Wkdays-$30 for 18, $24 for 9 and twilight. Wknds-$37 for 18, $28 for twilight. Lake County residents: Wkdays-$23 for 18, $16 for 9, $18 for twilight. Wknds-$28 for 18, $22 for twilight. Senior (62 or older) residents-$19 for 18 (wkdays only). Junior rates available. Carts-$25 for 18, $12.50 for 9, $18 for 18, $12.50 for 9, $18 for twilight.
Comment: Public 36-hole (two challenging, 18-hole courses) situated on gently rolling terrain. A Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary golf course.
8. Deerfield Park District GC
201 Saunders Rd., Riverwoods.
Phone: 847-945-8333.
Pro: Paul Adams, manager.
Course rating (men): 72.1, 70.9.
Slope (men): 127, 124.
Yards: 6,816, 6,560.
Course rating (women): 71.3.
Slope (women): 121.
Yards: 5,585.
Fees: Non-residents: Wkdays-$31 for 18, $19 for 9, $17 for twilight. Wknds-$38 for 18, $20 after 3 p.m. Residents: Wkdays-$26 for 18, $16.50 for 9, $14.50 for twilight. Wknds-$33 for 18, $17.50 after 3 p.m. Resident seniors (62 or older, wkdays only) and resident juniors (13-17, wkdays only)-$20 for 18, $14 for 9. Carts-$28 for 18, $16.50 for 9. Pull carts-$3. Senior carts (wkdays only)-$23 for 18, $13 for 9.
Comment: New driving range to be ready by end of season. Soft spikes only. Well manicured course with wooded back nine along Des Plaines River. Fees subject to change.
9. Deerpath Golf Course
500 W. Deerpath Rd., Lake Forest.
Phone: 847-615-4290.
Pro: Chris Marszalek.
Course rating (men): 69.8, 70.6.
Slope (men): 128, 130.
Course rating (women): 72.2.
Slope (women): 125.
Fees: Call pro shop.
Comment: Small greens and mature, tree-lined fairways highlight well-trapped course built with 1920 features.
10. Foss Park
3124 Argonne Dr., North Chicago.
Phone: 847-689-7490.
Pro: Tom Scott.
Course rating (men): 71.9, 70.1.
Slope (men): 118, 108.
Yards: 6,914, 6,454.
Course rating (women): 72.5.
Slope (women): 117.
Yards: 5,888.
Fees: Non-residents: Wkdays-$26 for 18, $15 for 9 and twilight. Wknds-$32 for 18, $22 for 9 after 1 p.m. and twilight. Residents: Wkdays-$20 for 18, $12 for 9 and twilight. Wknds-$24 for 18, $18 for 9 after 1 p.m. and twilight. Seniors and juniors (wkdays before 11 a.m. only)-$15 for 18 (non-residents), $12 for 18 (residents). Carts: Wkdays-$24 for 18, $16 for 9; Wknds-$26 for 18, $16 for 9.
Comment: Challenging course with water on seven of 18 holes. New family tees installed along with 48 trees and three sand traps.
11. Four Winds Golf Club
23110 W. Route 176, Mundelein.
Phone: 847-566-8502.
Pro: Brian Smith.
Course rating (men): 71.7, 68.6.
Slope (men): 122, 117.
Yards: 6,501, 5,884.
Course rating (women): 68.1.
Slope (women): 115.
Yards: 4,943.
Fees: Wkdays-$44 for 18, $26 for 9 (both rates include cart), $24 walking. Wknds-$55 for 18 (with cart), twilight rates available. Seniors (50 or older) rates available wkdays.
Comment: Course features heavily tree-lined fairways. Reconditioned driving range and newly paved cart paths.
12. Ft. Sheridan
3650 George Bell Dr., Highland Park.
Part of the Lake County Forest Preserve
Phone: 847-266-2120.
Pro: Jack Malloy, manager.
Course rating (men): 66.1
Slope (men): 110.
Yards: 5,564.
Fees: Non-residents: $26 for 18, $20 9, $22 for twilight. Wknds-$31 for 18, $24 for 9 and twilight. Residents: Wkdays-$19 for 18, $13 for 9, $15 for twilight. Wknds-$24 for 18, $19 for 9 and twilight. Resident seniors (62 and older) and resident juniors (12-17) $16 for 18 (M-Th. before 4 p.m. Carts-$25 for 18, $15 for 9, $18 for 18, $15 for 9, $18 (after 4), $20 for 18 sunrise rate, $12 for 9 sunrise rate, $15 for 18 single rider, any time), $10 for 9 (single rider, anytime).
Comment: Public 18-hole course on scenic Army base overlooking Lake Michigan.
13. Glen Club
2901 W. Lake Ave., Glenview
Phone: 847-480-4873.
Pro: Ed Oldfield Jr.
Course rating (men, women): Not available.
Slope (men, women): Not available.
Yards (men): 7,255, 6,735, 6,230
Yards (women): 5,640.
Fees: $150, includes cart and practice balls. Caddies available for $35 plus tip.
14. Glenview National Nine
2800 W. Lake Ave., Glenview
Phone: Call Glenview Park Golf at 847-724-0250.
Pro: David Prange
Course rating (men): Not available.
Slope (men): Not available.
Yards (men): Not available
Course rating (women): Not available.
Slope (women): Not available.
Yards (women): Not available.
Fees: Not available.
Comment: Maine North graduate Rick Jacobson designs the 9-hole course that will be adjacent to the new Glen Club. Course set to mid-summer.
15. Glencoe Golf Club
621 Westley Rd., Glencoe.
Phone: 847-835-0981.
Pro: Terry Miskowicz.
Course rating (men): 70.4, 68.9.
Slope (men): 121, 118.
Yards: 6,517, 6,233.
Course rating (women): 71.8.
Slope (women): 117.
Yards: 5,713.
Fees: Call pro shop.
Comment: Established, tight course with many trees. Beautiful, mature course set in wilderness in 81st year of operation.
16. Glenview Park Golf Club
800 Shermer Rd., Glenview.
Phone: 847-724-0250.
Pro: David Prange.
Course rating (men): 68.6.
Slope (men): 121.
Yards: 6,057.
Course rating (women): 72.5.
Slope (women): 122.
Yards: 5,734.
Fees: Non-residents: Wkdays-$38 for 18, $22 for 9 and after 4 p.m. Wknds-$43 for 18, $26 after 3 p.m. Resident associate members: Wkdays-$27 for 18, $18 for 9 and after 4 p.m. Wknds-$32 for 18, $20 after 3 p.m. Carts-$28 for 18, $17 for 9; twilight $22 (after 4 p.m.). Single rider $20 for 18, $13 for 9.
Comment: Challenging par-70 course that caters to residents.
17. Hawthorn Suites at Midlane Golf Resort
4555 W. Yorkhouse Rd., Wadsworth.
Phone: 847-623-4653.
Pro: Bill Eldridge.
Course rating (men): Course 1 & 2, Holes 1-18-72.8, 74.4; Course 2 & 3,
Holes 10-27-72.4, 73.8; Course 1 & 3, Holes 1-9, 19-27-73.1, 74.5.
Slope (men): Course 1 & 2, Holes 1-18-128, 132; Course 2 & 3, Holes 10-27-130, 134; Course 1 & 3, Holes 1-9, 19-27-132, 135.
Course rating (women): Course 1 & 2, Holes 1-18-72.7; Course 2 & 3, Holes 10-27-124; Course 2 & 3, Holes 10-27-70.5; Course 1 & 3, Holes 1-9, 19-27-71.4.
Slope (women): Course 1 & 2, Holes 1-18-124; Course 2 & 3, Holes 10-27-123; Course 1 & 3, Holes 1-9 & 19-27-128.
Fees: Wkdays-$39 for 18 before 10 a.m. (with cart), $51 for 18 after 10 a.m. (with cart), $23 for 9 after 4 p.m. (with cart), $15 for 9 after 4 p.m. (walking), $37 for twilight (with cart), $20 for twilight (walking). Wknds-$65 for 18 (with cart), $24 for 18 (twilight, walking). Seniors (55 or older, wkdays only)-$34 for 18. Junior rates available.
Comment: Formerly Midlane Country Club. Full-scale resort includes hotel, pool, tennis courts and lighted driving range.
18. Heather Ridge Golf Club
5900 Heather Ridge Dr., Gurnee.
Phone: 847-367-6010.
Pro: Dirk Skelley.
Course rating (men): 69.4, 68.2.
Slope (men): 110, 107.
Yards: 2,889.
Course rating (women): 70.2.
Slope (women): 117.
Yards: 2,654.
Fees: Wkdays-$24 for 18, $15 for 9, $11.50 for twilight. Wknds-$30 for 18, $18 for 9, $13.50 for twilight. Seniors (60 or older) and juniors (17 or younger)-$12.50 for 9 (wkdays only). Carts-$13 per person for 18, $8 per person for 9.
Comment: Voted one of best nine-hole courses in Illinois. Challenging par-35 course with water in play on eight holes.
19. Hickory Knolls
24745 W. Monaville Rd., Lake Villa.
Phone: 847-356-8640.
Pro: Kevin Burt, manager.
Fees: Wkdays-$8 for 9. Wknds-$9.50 for 9. Seniors $7 (wkdays only). Carts-$10.
Pull carts-$2.
Comment: Sporty, affordable nine-hole course. Rental clubs available.
20. Highland Park Country Club
1201 Park Avenue West, Highland Park.
Phone: 847-433-4000.
Pro: Dale Tallon, director of golf.
Course rating (men): 71.5, 69.9.
Slope (men): 128, 125.
Yards: 6,506, 6,156.
Course rating (women): 69.7.
Slope (women): 120.
Yards: 5,142.
Fees: Non-residents: Wkdays-$40 for 18, $28 twilight, $19 for super-twilight and early-bird back 9. Wknds-$67 for 18 (with cart), $35 twilight, $22 for super twilight and early-bird back 9. Residents: Wkdays-$29 for 18, $23 twilight, $19 for super-twilight and early-bird back 9. Wknds-$56 for 18 (with cart), $28 twilight, $22 for super-twilight and early-bird back 9. Carts-$15 per person for 18, $9 per person for 9. Pull carts-$5.
Comment: Newly installed double-row irrigation system. There are 25,000 square feet of new tee boxes.
21. Indian Valley
Routes 83 and 45, Mundelein.
Phone: 847-566-1313.
Pro: Ken McAllister.
Course rating (men); 69.8.
Slope (men): 114.
Yards: 6,004.
Fees: Call pro shop.
Comment: Privately owned course in operation since 1960s.
22. Lake Bluff Golf Club
P.O. Box 95, Lake Bluff.
Phone: 847-234-6771.
Pro: Darryl Stackhouse, manager.
Course rating (men): 71.6.
Slope (men): 120.
Yards: 6,537.
Course rating (women): 70.9.
Slope (women): 118.
Yards: 5,450.
Fees: Call pro shop.
Comment: Recently renovated cart paths and bunkers.
23. Libertyville Golf Club
870 Country Club Rd., Libertyville.
Phone: 847-362-5733.
Pro: Charles Sims.
Yards: 1,205.
Fees: Non-residents: Wkdays-$8 for 9. Wknds-$9 for 9. Seniors and juniors-$7 wkdays, $8 wknds. Residents: Wkdays-$6 for 9. Wknds-$7 for 9. Seniors and juniors-$5 wkdays, $6 wknds.
Comment: Operated by Libertyville parks and recreation department. Beautiful and scenic nine-hole course set along Des Plaines River.
24. Marriott Lincolnshire Resort
10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire.
Phone: 847-634-5935.
Pro: Mark Ophoven.
Course rating (men): 69.5, 71.1.
Slope (men): 126, 129.
Yards: 5,949, 6,290.
Course rating (women): 68.9.
Slope (women): 117.
Yards: 4,728.
Fees: All rates include mandatory cart.
Wkdays-$55 for 18, $35 for 9, $42 after 3 p.m., $32 after 4:30 p.m., $22 after 4:30 p.m. (walking). Wknds-$69 for 18, $40 for 9, $40 after 3 p.m., $32 after 4:30 p.m., $22 after 4:30 p.m. (walking).
Comment: Many lesson plans available. Course designed by George Fazio, redesigned by Ken Killian and Dick Nugent. Features watered, bent-grass fairways, tightly bunkered greens and scenic vistas of Des Plaines River.
25. Orchard Hills
38342 N. Green Bay Rd., Waukegan.
Phone: 847-336-5118.
Pro: Kathy Newyear, manager.
Course rating (men): 69.7, 68.5.
Slope (men): 107, 103.
Yards: 6,458, 6,199.
Course rating (women): 67.6.
Slope (women): 101.
Yards: 5,973.
Fees: Wkdays-$39 (with cart), $26 for 18 (walking, $15 for 9. Wknds-$28 for 18 before 1:30 p.m.), $26 after 1:30 p.m., $15 after 3 p.m. Carts: Wkdays-$13 per person for 18, $8 per person for 9. Carts required wknds before noon.
Comment: Owned and operated by Waukegan Park District. Soft spikes only. Outing specialists.
26. Peter Jans
1031 Central St., Evanston.
Phone: 847-475-9173.
Pro: Terry Govern.
Course rating (men): 57.9, 56.8.
Slope (men): 86, 83.
Yards: 3,916, 3,600.
Course rating (women): 57.2.
Slope (women): 84.
Yards: 3,164.
Fees: Call pro shop.
Comment: Course runs along North Shore channel, putting water into play on many holes.
27. Pine Meadow Golf Club
One Pine Meadow Ln., Mundelein.
Phone: 847-566-4653.
Pro: Mark Winkley.
Course rating (men): 74.6, 73.4, 71.5.
Slope (men): 138, 135, 131.
Yards: 7,141, 6,877, 6,450.
Course rating (women): 70.9.
Slope (women): 126.
Yards: 6,152.
Fees: $75 for 18, $90.50 for 18 with cart, $41 for twilight, $50 (with cart).
Carts-$31 for 18. Pull carts-$4.
Comment: Rated 27th in nation among top 75 upscale courses by Golf Digest in ’97. Plenty of water highlights picturesque course.
28. Renwood
Hainesville Road, Round Lake Beach.
Phone: 847-546-8242.
Pro: Diane Miller.
Course rating (men): 68.6.
Slope (men): 116.
Yards: 6,048.
Course rating (women): 71.5.
Slope (women): 118.
Yards: 5,618.
Fees: Non-residents: Wkdays-$22 for 18, $16 after 3 p.m. Wknds-$32 for 18, $23 after 3 p.m. Residents: Wkdays-$15 for 18, $12 after 3 p.m. Wknds-$22 for 18, $16 after 3 p.m. Seniors and juniors (wkdays before noon only)-$16 non-residents, $12 residents. Carts-$26 for 18, $16 for 9 and twilight.
Comment: Two distinct nines mark course, one built in 1920s, the other in the mid-’70s. New 9-hole fees.
29. Shepherd’s Crook
43125 Green Bay Rd., Zion.
Phone: 847-872-2080.
Pro: Larry Myers, manager.
Course rating (men): 71.9, 69.5, 67.9.
Slope (men): 125, 120, 116.
Yards: 6,769, 6,272, 6,002.
Course rating (women): 73.2, 67.4.
Slope (women): 126, 114.
Yards: 6,002, 4,901.
Fees: Non-residents-$40 for 18, $26 for 9 and twilight. Residents-$25 for 18, $18 for 9 and twilight. Seniors (Mon. and Tues. only)-$18 for 18. Carts-$25 for 18, $15 single rider.
Comment: Links-style course designed by Keith Foster. New clubhouse.
30. Shiloh Park Golf Course
Zion Park District, 2400 Dowie Memorial Dr., Zion.
Phone: 847-746-5502.
Pro: Larry Myers, manager.
Course rating (men): 68.4, 67.4.
Slope (men): 118, 115.
Yards: 2,900.
Course rating (women): 66.8, 70.8.
Slope (women): 111, 120.
Yards: 2,250.
Fees: Call pro shop.
Comment: Nine-hole course is flat, easy to walk.
31. Sportsman’s Country Club
3535 Dundee Rd., Northbrook.
Phone: 847-291-2351, 291-2350 (tee times only).
Pro: Mike Erwin.
Course rating (men): 70.7, 69.4.
Slope (men): 124, 119.
Yards: 6,293, 5,938.
Course rating (women): 71.9.
Slope (women): 122.
Yards: 5,315.
Fees: Non-residents: Wkdays-$34 for 18, $18 for 9. Wknds-$41 for 18, $21 for 9. Residents: Wkdays-$21 for 18, $15 for 9. Wknds-$25 for 18, $18 for 9. Seniors and juniors (residents, wkdays only)-$18 for 18, $14 for 9. Carts-$26 for 18, $14 for 9.
Comment: Undulating greens and many bunkers mark course in excellent condition. New irrigation system for 2001. Soft spikes only.
32. Steeple Chase
200 N. La Vista, Mundelein.
Phone: 847-949-8900.
Pro: Bill Brolley.
Course rating (men): 73.1, 71.6.
Slope (men): 129, 128.
Yards: 6,827, 6,466.
Course rating (women): 69.2, 68.1.
Slope (women): 120, 113.
Yards: 5,950, 4,831.
Fees: Non-residents: Wkdays-$41 for 18, $27 after 3 p.m. Wknds-$52 for 18, $34 after 3 p.m. Residents: Wkdays-$25 for 18, $16 after 3 p.m. Wknds-$32 for 18, $21 after 3 p.m. Seniors (Mon.-Tues. only)-Same as twilight rates. Carts-$14 per person for 18, $10 per player after 3 p.m.
Comment: Challenging course with bent-grass fairways. Received four-star rating by Golf Digest.
33. Stonewall Orchard Golf Club
25651 W. Route 60, Grayslake.
Phone: 847-740-4890.
Pro: Jeff Pajula.
Course rating (men): 74.1.
Slope (men): 140.
Yards: 7,074.
Course rating (women): 71.2
Slope (women): 126
Yards (women): 5,375
Fees: $69 Mon. and Tues., $72 Wed. through Sun. (cart included). Twilight, $38 after 4 p.m. every day (cart not included). Cart-Wed.-Thurs. $10, Fri-Sun. $14.
Comment: Arthur Hills’ first design in Chicago area. Rolling hills, wetlands, wildlife and 65,000 mature oaks and pines highlight course.
34. Sunset Valley Golf Club
1390 Sunset Rd., Highland Park.
Phone: 847-432-7140.
Pro: Rob Saunders.
Course rating (men): 69.9, 71.1.
Slope (men): 121, 123.
Yards: 6,484, 6,216.
Course rating (women): 70.7.
Slope (women): 120.
Yards: 5,297.
Fees: Non-residents: Wkdays-$39 for 18, $22 for 9 and twilight. Wknds-$45 for 18, $28 for twilight. Residents: Wkdays-$29 for 18, $18 for 9 and twilight. Wknds-$35 for 18, $24 for twilight. Seniors rates available wkdays. Carts-$15 for 18 per person, $10 for 9 per person.
Comment: North Shore Amateur Golf Tournament in mid-July. Associated with Highland Park Learning Center. New golf dome with learning center.
35. Tam
6700 W. Howard St., Niles.
Phone: 847-965-2344.
Pro: Pete Jones.
Course rating (men): 64.2.
Slope (men): 107.
Yards: 2,583.
Course rating (women): 62.6.
Slope (women): 104.
Yards: 2,413.
Fees: Call pro shop.
Comment: : Nine-hole course. Night golf outings available. PGA instruction available.
36. Thunderhawk
39700 N. Lewis Ave., Beach Park.
Part of the Lake County Forest Preserve
Phone: 847-872-HAWK.
Course rating (men): 73.8, 71.9, 68.6.
Slope (men): 136, 132, 125.
Yards: 7,031, 6,631, 5,905.
Course rating (women): 69.2.
Slope (women): 122.
Yards: 5,046.
Fees: Non-residents: Wkdays-$80 for 18, $45 twilight. Wknds/Prime (includes cart rental)-$98 for 18, $55 twilight. Residents: Wkdays-$56 for 18, $35 twilight. Wknds/Prime (includes cart rental)-$78 for 18, $45 twilight. Senior residents (62 or older, M-Th) and junior residents (12-17, M-Th only before 4 pm.)-$36 for 18 and junior. Carts-$28 for 18, $20 twilight, $20 junior, senior before 4), $18 single rider anytime.
Comment: Course opened spring of ’99. Rated by Golf magazine as one of “best new courses you can actually play.” Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr.
37. Vernon Hills Golf Course
291 Evergreen Dr., Vernon Hills.
Phone: 847-680-9310.
Pro: Ron O’Brien.
Course rating (men): 68.4.
Slope (men): 128.
Yards: 2,836.
Course rating (women): 66.8.
Slope (women): 111.
Yards: 2,287.
Fees: Call pro shop.
Comment: Soft spikes only.
38. Village Green
2501 N. Midlothian Rd., Mundelein.
Phone: 847-566-7373.
Pro: Brad Keilwitz.
Course rating (men): 69.2.
Slope (men): 115.
Yards: 6,235.
Course rating (women): 69.2.
Slope (women): 118.
Fees: Call pro shop.
Comment: Very well-kept, friendly course.
39. Weber Park
9300 Weber Park Pl., Skokie.
Phone: 847-674-1510.
Pro: Richard Lee, manager.
Yards: 1,138.
Fees: Non-residents: Wkdays-$8.75. Wknds-$9.25. Residents: Wkdays-$6.50, Wknds-$7. Seniors (60 or older, wkdays)-$5.75 Residents, $7.75 Non-residents. Juniors (8-15, wkdays only)-$5.75 residents, $7.75 non-residents. Pull carts-$2.
Comment: Nine-hole course. Off-site driving range “sports park” open year round. Many lesson programs available.
40. White Deer Run
250 W. Gregg’s Pkwy., Vernon Hills.
Phone: 847-680-6100.
Pro: Mike Williams.
Course rating (men): 74.6, 72.9, 70.2, 67.5.
Slope (men): 137, 133, 128, 121.
Yards: 7,101, 6,751, 6,237.
Course rating (women): 72.6, 68.4.
Slope (women): 125, 116.
Yards: 5,655, 4,927.
Fees: $82, $69 for residents, includes cart. Midday-$65, $55 for residents. Twilight beginning after 4 p.m.-$45, $38 for residents.
Comment: Dick Nugent-designed course. Now accepting online tee times at www.whitedeergolf.com.
41. Willow Hill Golf Course
1350 Willow Rd., Northbrook.
Phone: 847-480-7888.
Pro: Peter Donohue.
Course rating (men): 66.8, 64.4.
Slope (men): 109, 105.
Yards: 2,840.
Course rating (women): 68.6, 64.2.
Slope (women): 111, 103.
Yards: 2,137.
Fees: Wkdays-$16 for 9. Wknds-$19 for 9. Senior rates available. Carts-$16 for 9.
Comment: Nine-hole course. Instruction provided by GreenToTee.
42. Wilmette Golf Course
3900 Fairway Dr., Wilmette.
Phone: 847-256-9777.
Pro: Dennis Callaghan.
Course rating (men): 69.5.
Slope (men): 122.
Yards: 6,093.
Course rating (women): 73.1.
Slope (women): 127.
Fees: Non-residents: Wkdays-$36 for 18, $21 for 9 and after 3 p.m. Wknds-$40 for 18, $22 for twilight. Residents: Wkdays-$31 for 18, $19 for 9 and after 3 p.m. Wknds-$35 for 18, $19 for twilight. Carts-Non-residents: $26 for 18, $16 for 9. Residents: $22 for 18, $14 for 9.
Comment: Excellent greens highlight busy course.
43. Winnetka Golf Club
Winnetka Park District, 1300 Oak St., Winnetka.
Phone: 847-501-2050.
Pro: Steve Patterson.
Course rating (men): 71.3, 70.1.
Slope (men): 123, 120.
Yards: 6,452, 6,185.
Course rating (women): 73.1.
Slope (women): 128.
Yards: 5,781.
Fees: Wkdays-$40 for 18, $26 for twilight. Wknds-$46 for 18, $30 for twilight. Senior rates available on par-3 course. Carts-$28 for 18.
Comment: Extensive junior program available. Winnetka residents eligible for resident discounts. Lighted driving range open until 10 p.m.
