Knollwood Club Golf Course Lake Forest, Illinois
Knollwood Club Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Lake Forest, Illinois, playing 7,202 yards from the Back tees with a rating of 75.5 and slope of 142.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,202 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 75.5 / 142 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Lake Forest, Illinois, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.2743, -87.8825 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Back | 7,202 | 72 | 75.5 | 142 |
| Knollwood Plus | 6,887 | 72 | 74 | 138 |
| Knollwood | 6,682 | 72 | 73.1 | 136 |
| Middle Plus | 6,283 | 72 | 71.3 | 131 |
| Middle (Senior) | 6,005 | 72 | 70 | 128 |
| Middle | 6,005 | 72 | 75.3 | 140 |
| Front | 5,223 | 72 | 70.9 | 130 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Back 75.5/142 | 442 | 356 | 410 | 172 | 426 | 504 | 236 | 578 | 420 | 3544 | 601 | 471 | 176 | 357 | 458 | 400 | 529 | 211 | 455 | 3658 | 7202 |
| Knollwood Plus 74/138 | 425 | 344 | 410 | 162 | 426 | 480 | 205 | 578 | 390 | 3420 | 562 | 440 | 176 | 335 | 420 | 400 | 529 | 180 | 425 | 3467 | 6887 |
| Knollwood 73.1/136 | 425 | 344 | 370 | 162 | 407 | 480 | 205 | 520 | 390 | 3303 | 562 | 440 | 155 | 335 | 420 | 362 | 500 | 180 | 425 | 3379 | 6682 |
| Middle Plus 71.3/131 | 414 | 344 | 370 | 150 | 365 | 480 | 164 | 452 | 390 | 3129 | 506 | 393 | 135 | 335 | 352 | 362 | 500 | 158 | 413 | 3154 | 6283 |
| Middle (Senior) 70/128 | 414 | 311 | 354 | 150 | 365 | 438 | 164 | 452 | 351 | 2999 | 506 | 393 | 135 | 309 | 352 | 293 | 447 | 158 | 413 | 3006 | 6005 |
| Middle 75.3/140 | 414 | 311 | 354 | 150 | 365 | 438 | 164 | 452 | 351 | 2999 | 506 | 393 | 135 | 309 | 352 | 293 | 447 | 158 | 413 | 3006 | 6005 |
| Front 70.9/130 | 324 | 304 | 278 | 134 | 287 | 372 | 122 | 395 | 304 | 2520 | 453 | 351 | 110 | 303 | 342 | 286 | 387 | 125 | 346 | 2703 | 5223 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 7 | 5 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 11 | 17 | 3 | 13 | 2 | 8 | 16 | 10 | 4 | 6 | 14 | 18 | 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: Back (7,202 yards, 75.5/142)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 5 (par 4, 426 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Middle Plus (6,283 yards, 71.3/131)
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+: Front (5,223 yards, 70.9/130)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 4 (134 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 426 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 211 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 601 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 shortest par 3 at 172 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #3 handicap hole. At 578 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 Knollwood Club Golf Course?
Knollwood Club Golf Course has a course rating of 75.5 and slope of 142 from the back tees. From the Front tees, the rating is 70.9 with a slope of 130.
How long is Knollwood Club Golf Course?
From the back tees, Knollwood Club Golf Course plays 7,202 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Knollwood Club Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 5, a 426-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Knollwood Club Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Back tees (7,202 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Front tees (5,223 yards).
Is Knollwood Club Golf Course public or private?
Knollwood Club Golf Course is a public golf course in Lake Forest, Illinois. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Knollwood Club Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Lake Bluff Golf Course (Lake Bluff), Old Elm Club (Highland Park), Brae Loch Golf Course, Glen Flora Country Club (Waukegan).
Is there a yardage book for Knollwood Club Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Knollwood Club 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 Knollwood Club 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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