Highlands of Elgin Elgin, Illinois
Highlands of Elgin is a par-72 public course in Elgin, Illinois, playing 6,961 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 73.7 and slope of 139.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,961 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.7 / 139 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Elgin, Illinois, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.0169, -88.3040 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,961 | 72 | 73.7 | 139 |
| Black/Gold | 6,760 | 72 | 72.8 | 137 |
| Gold | 6,365 | 72 | 71 | 133 |
| Gold/Silver | 6,039 | 72 | 74.8 | 133 |
| Silver | 5,625 | 72 | 72.5 | 128 |
| Gold/Silver | 6,039 | 72 | 74.8 | 133 |
| Silver | 5,625 | 72 | 72.5 | 128 |
| White | 4,919 | 72 | 68.5 | 120 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 73.7/139 | 414 | 561 | 378 | 153 | 432 | 577 | 250 | 359 | 414 | 3538 | 395 | 466 | 527 | 306 | 511 | 166 | 440 | 198 | 414 | 3423 | 6961 |
| Black/Gold 72.8/137 | 414 | 522 | 378 | 153 | 432 | 535 | 203 | 359 | 414 | 3410 | 395 | 429 | 527 | 306 | 511 | 166 | 404 | 198 | 414 | 3350 | 6760 |
| Gold 71/133 | 372 | 522 | 355 | 134 | 399 | 535 | 203 | 324 | 368 | 3212 | 369 | 429 | 502 | 280 | 480 | 137 | 404 | 167 | 385 | 3153 | 6365 |
| Gold/Silver 74.8/133 | 372 | 451 | 355 | 134 | 351 | 491 | 167 | 324 | 368 | 3013 | 369 | 369 | 479 | 280 | 480 | 137 | 360 | 167 | 385 | 3026 | 6039 |
| Silver 72.5/128 | 311 | 451 | 310 | 107 | 351 | 491 | 167 | 290 | 320 | 2798 | 348 | 369 | 479 | 255 | 432 | 109 | 360 | 144 | 331 | 2827 | 5625 |
| Gold/Silver 74.8/133 | 372 | 451 | 355 | 134 | 351 | 491 | 167 | 324 | 368 | 3013 | 369 | 369 | 479 | 280 | 480 | 137 | 360 | 167 | 385 | 3026 | 6039 |
| Silver 72.5/128 | 311 | 451 | 310 | 107 | 351 | 491 | 167 | 290 | 320 | 2798 | 348 | 369 | 479 | 255 | 432 | 109 | 360 | 144 | 331 | 2827 | 5625 |
| White 68.5/120 | 277 | 420 | 268 | 76 | 309 | 439 | 125 | 233 | 291 | 2438 | 312 | 323 | 457 | 201 | 394 | 73 | 309 | 123 | 289 | 2481 | 4919 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 12 | 2 | 16 | 18 | 10 | 4 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 11 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 7 | 15 | 3 | 13 | 9 |
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 (6,961 yards, 73.7/139)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 11 (par 4, 466 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Gold/Silver (6,039 yards, 74.8/133)
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+: White (4,919 yards, 68.5/120)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 4 (76 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 466 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 153 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 577 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. At 561 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 Highlands of Elgin?
Highlands of Elgin has a course rating of 73.7 and slope of 139 from the back tees. From the White tees, the rating is 68.5 with a slope of 120.
How long is Highlands of Elgin?
From the back tees, Highlands of Elgin plays 6,961 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Highlands of Elgin?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 11, a 466-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Highlands of Elgin?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,961 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the White tees (4,919 yards).
Is Highlands of Elgin public or private?
Highlands of Elgin is a public golf course in Elgin, Illinois. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Highlands of Elgin?
Nearby courses include Bonnie Dundee Golf Club, Randall Oaks Golf Course, Mill Creek Golf Club, Schaumburg Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for Highlands of Elgin?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Highlands of Elgin 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 Highlands of Elgin 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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