Billy Caldwell Golf Course Chicago, Illinois
Billy Caldwell Golf Course is a par-70 public course in Chicago, Illinois, playing 6,216 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 69.8 and slope of 118.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (2 par 3s, 16 par 4s, 0 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,216 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 69.8 / 118 |
| Tee Options | 3 |
| Location | Chicago, Illinois, USA |
| Coordinates | 41.9883, -87.7573 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,216 | 70 | 69.8 | 118 |
| White | 5,882 | 70 | 68.2 | 114 |
| Red | 5,206 | 70 | 70 | 111 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 69.8/118 | 387 | 396 | 293 | 401 | 317 | 149 | 376 | 399 | 390 | 3108 | 387 | 396 | 293 | 401 | 317 | 149 | 376 | 399 | 390 | 3108 | 6216 |
| White 68.2/114 | 357 | 369 | 275 | 389 | 299 | 139 | 366 | 384 | 363 | 2941 | 357 | 369 | 275 | 389 | 299 | 139 | 366 | 384 | 363 | 2941 | 5882 |
| Red 70/111 | 334 | 313 | 256 | 347 | 247 | 129 | 285 | 357 | 335 | 2603 | 334 | 313 | 256 | 347 | 247 | 129 | 285 | 357 | 335 | 2603 | 5206 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 3 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 15 | 17 | 9 | 1 | 7 | 4 | 12 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 18 | 10 | 2 | 8 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Multiply your handicap index by 28 and add it to par. If the result exceeds the total yardage divided by 100, move up one tee.
Handicap 0-10: Blue (6,216 yards, 69.8/118)
The back tees offer the full test. and respect the #1 handicap hole 8 (par 4, 399 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,882 yards, 68.2/114)
This tee gives you a realistic chance to reach greens in regulation without brutal carries. Course management is key. Identify trouble spots and plan your misses to the safe side. Use the strokes gained data to find where you're leaving shots on the table.
Handicap 20+: Red (5,206 yards, 70/111)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 6 (129 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. At 399 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 149 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 401 yards. A monster that requires precision off the tee and a quality long approach.
The shortest par 3 at 149 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 399-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Billy Caldwell Golf Course?
Billy Caldwell Golf Course has a course rating of 69.8 and slope of 118 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 70 with a slope of 111.
How long is Billy Caldwell Golf Course?
From the back tees, Billy Caldwell Golf Course plays 6,216 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (2 par 3s, 16 par 4s, 0 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Billy Caldwell Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 8, a 399-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Billy Caldwell Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,216 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,206 yards).
Is Billy Caldwell Golf Course public or private?
Billy Caldwell Golf Course is a public golf course in Chicago, Illinois. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Billy Caldwell Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Evanston Golf Club (Skokie), Robert A. Black Golf Course (Chicago), Park Ridge Country Club (Park Ridge), Oak Park Country Club (Elmwood Park).
Is there a yardage book for Billy Caldwell Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Billy Caldwell Golf Course with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
Does Billy Caldwell Golf Course have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs a 1,000-shot Monte Carlo simulation on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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