Gateway National Golf Links Illinois
Gateway National Golf Links is a par-71 public course in Illinois, playing 7,074 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 74.2 and slope of 127.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,074 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 74.2 / 127 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Illinois, USA |
| Coordinates | 38.6584, -90.1446 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 7,074 | 6,468 | 71 | 74.2 | 127 |
| Blue | 6,623 | 6,056 | 71 | 71.9 | 126 |
| Arch | 6,377 | 5,831 | 71 | 70.9 | 123 |
| Arch2013 | 6,368 | 5,823 | 71 | 70.5 | 124 |
| White | 6,170 | 5,642 | 71 | 69.6 | 123 |
| Yellow | 5,630 | 5,148 | 71 | 66.8 | 120 |
| Red | 5,172 | 4,729 | 71 | 65 | 106 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 74.2/127 | 404 | 461 | 650 | 194 | 477 | 556 | 198 | 420 | 428 | 3788 | 313 | 436 | 147 | 556 | 235 | 451 | 381 | 222 | 545 | 3286 | 7074 |
| Blue 71.9/126 | 376 | 422 | 630 | 181 | 452 | 530 | 181 | 399 | 395 | 3566 | 273 | 420 | 130 | 533 | 207 | 425 | 354 | 195 | 520 | 3057 | 6623 |
| Arch 70.9/123 | 376 | 397 | 566 | 153 | 421 | 530 | 160 | 408 | 390 | 3401 | 271 | 394 | 131 | 533 | 185 | 408 | 354 | 173 | 527 | 2976 | 6377 |
| Arch2013 70.5/124 | 376 | 397 | 566 | 155 | 419 | 530 | 162 | 399 | 395 | 3399 | 273 | 395 | 130 | 533 | 185 | 407 | 354 | 172 | 520 | 2969 | 6368 |
| White 69.6/123 | 354 | 397 | 566 | 155 | 419 | 500 | 162 | 382 | 361 | 3296 | 265 | 395 | 113 | 520 | 185 | 407 | 325 | 172 | 492 | 2874 | 6170 |
| Yellow 66.8/120 | 296 | 330 | 471 | 155 | 351 | 500 | 162 | 304 | 361 | 2930 | 265 | 328 | 113 | 520 | 155 | 330 | 325 | 172 | 492 | 2700 | 5630 |
| Red 65/106 | 296 | 330 | 471 | 129 | 351 | 455 | 145 | 304 | 311 | 2792 | 203 | 328 | 88 | 459 | 155 | 330 | 274 | 157 | 386 | 2380 | 5172 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 13 | 7 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 5 | 15 | 11 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 4 | 10 | 16 |
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: Black (7,074 yards, 74.2/127)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 5, 650 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,170 yards, 69.6/123)
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+: Red (5,172 yards, 65/106)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 12 (88 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 650 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. Play smart and take your par or better.
The shortest par 3 at 147 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A challenging par 3 at 235 yards.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Gateway National Golf Links?
Gateway National Golf Links has a course rating of 74.2 and slope of 127 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 65 with a slope of 106.
How long is Gateway National Golf Links?
From the back tees, Gateway National Golf Links plays 7,074 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Gateway National Golf Links?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 650-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Gateway National Golf Links?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (7,074 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,172 yards).
Is Gateway National Golf Links public or private?
Gateway National Golf Links is a public golf course in Illinois. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Gateway National Golf Links?
Nearby courses include Arlington Greens Golf Course (Granite City), Highlands Golf Course, The Prairies Golf Course, St. Clair Country Club.
Is there a yardage book for Gateway National Golf Links?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Gateway National Golf Links 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 Gateway National Golf Links 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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