Buena Vista Golf Course Illinois
Buena Vista Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Illinois, playing 4,954 yards from the White tees with a rating of 63.8 and slope of 108.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (10 par 3s, 6 par 4s, 2 par 5s) |
| Length | 4,954 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 63.8 / 108 |
| Tee Options | 3 |
| Location | Illinois, USA |
| Coordinates | 41.9553, -88.7381 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 4,954 | 64 | 63.8 | 108 |
| Gold | 4,670 | 64 | 62.6 | 105 |
| Red | 4,324 | 64 | 64.2 | 107 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White 63.8/108 | 283 | 165 | 520 | 193 | 362 | 153 | 212 | 169 | 420 | 2477 | 283 | 165 | 520 | 193 | 362 | 153 | 212 | 169 | 420 | 2477 | 4954 |
| Gold 62.6/105 | 270 | 130 | 510 | 180 | 350 | 140 | 200 | 160 | 395 | 2335 | 270 | 130 | 510 | 180 | 350 | 140 | 200 | 160 | 395 | 2335 | 4670 |
| Red 64.2/107 | 259 | 120 | 490 | 165 | 335 | 126 | 172 | 125 | 370 | 2162 | 259 | 120 | 490 | 165 | 335 | 126 | 172 | 125 | 370 | 2162 | 4324 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 32 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 32 | 64 |
| Hdcp | 15 | 9 | 1 | 11 | 3 | 17 | 5 | 13 | 7 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 12 | 4 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 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: White (4,954 yards, 63.8/108)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 2 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 5, 520 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Gold (4,670 yards, 62.6/105)
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 (4,324 yards, 64.2/107)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 6 (126 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 520 yards from the back tees, this par 5 is a true three-shot hole for most golfers.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 153 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The shortest par 3 at 153 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. At 520 yards, a pivotal par 5 that separates good rounds from great ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Buena Vista Golf Course?
Buena Vista Golf Course has a course rating of 63.8 and slope of 108 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 64.2 with a slope of 107.
How long is Buena Vista Golf Course?
From the back tees, Buena Vista Golf Course plays 4,954 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (10 par 3s, 6 par 4s, 2 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Buena Vista Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 520-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Buena Vista Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the White tees (4,954 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (4,324 yards).
Is Buena Vista Golf Course public or private?
Buena Vista Golf Course is a public golf course in Illinois. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Buena Vista Golf Course?
Nearby courses include River Heights Golf Course (Dekalb), Sycamore Golf Club, Black Sheep Golf Club, Mill Creek Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for Buena Vista Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Buena Vista 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 Buena Vista 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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