Foss Park Golf Course North Chicago, Illinois
Foss Park Golf Course is a par-72 public course in North Chicago, Illinois, playing 6,683 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 71.6 and slope of 124.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,683 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 71.6 / 124 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | North Chicago, Illinois, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.3265, -87.8779 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,683 | 72 | 71.6 | 124 |
| White | 6,383 | 72 | 70.2 | 121 |
| Black | 6,122 | 72 | 74.9 | 126 |
| Red | 5,860 | 72 | 73.4 | 123 |
| Black | 6,122 | 72 | 74.9 | 126 |
| Red | 5,860 | 72 | 73.4 | 123 |
| Yellow | 4,584 | 71 | 66 | 108 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 71.6/124 | 403 | 477 | 206 | 404 | 393 | 172 | 484 | 342 | 407 | 3288 | 425 | 157 | 361 | 507 | 436 | 187 | 405 | 529 | 388 | 3395 | 6683 |
| White 70.2/121 | 388 | 467 | 196 | 384 | 373 | 160 | 469 | 317 | 389 | 3143 | 410 | 148 | 343 | 487 | 420 | 163 | 385 | 514 | 370 | 3240 | 6383 |
| Black 74.9/126 | 378 | 457 | 186 | 359 | 358 | 155 | 454 | 312 | 371 | 3030 | 395 | 138 | 325 | 472 | 400 | 148 | 365 | 499 | 350 | 3092 | 6122 |
| Red 73.4/123 | 373 | 452 | 181 | 354 | 353 | 150 | 398 | 245 | 315 | 2821 | 387 | 133 | 315 | 467 | 395 | 143 | 360 | 494 | 345 | 3039 | 5860 |
| Black 74.9/126 | 378 | 457 | 186 | 359 | 358 | 155 | 454 | 312 | 371 | 3030 | 395 | 138 | 325 | 472 | 400 | 148 | 365 | 499 | 350 | 3092 | 6122 |
| Red 73.4/123 | 373 | 452 | 181 | 354 | 353 | 150 | 398 | 245 | 315 | 2821 | 387 | 133 | 315 | 467 | 395 | 143 | 360 | 494 | 345 | 3039 | 5860 |
| Yellow 66/108 | 232 | 369 | 113 | 280 | 288 | 135 | 378 | 240 | 310 | 2345 | 275 | 128 | 227 | 328 | 293 | 72 | 250 | 378 | 288 | 2239 | 4584 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 9 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 7 | 17 | 15 | 11 | 3 | 6 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 12 |
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 (6,683 yards, 71.6/124)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 4 (par 4, 404 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Red (5,860 yards, 73.4/123)
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+: Yellow (4,584 yards, 66/108)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 11 (128 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 404 yards this is one of the longest par 4s on the course and demands a strong drive.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 157 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 529 yards. Reachable in two for scratch golfers but a true three-shot hole for most. The smart play is two accurate shots to within wedge range.
The #2 handicap hole. A 436-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Foss Park Golf Course?
Foss Park Golf Course has a course rating of 71.6 and slope of 124 from the back tees. From the Yellow tees, the rating is 66 with a slope of 108.
How long is Foss Park Golf Course?
From the back tees, Foss Park Golf Course plays 6,683 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Foss Park Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 4, a 404-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Foss Park Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,683 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Yellow tees (4,584 yards).
Is Foss Park Golf Course public or private?
Foss Park Golf Course is a public golf course in North Chicago, Illinois. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Foss Park Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Lake Bluff Golf Course (Lake Bluff), Bonnie Brook Golf Course (Waukegan), Glen Flora Country Club (Waukegan), Brae Loch Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Foss Park Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Foss Park 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 Foss Park 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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