Medinah Country Club Medinah, Illinois
Medinah Country Club is a par-72 private course in Medinah, Illinois, playing 7,657 yards from the Gold tees with a rating of 78.3 and slope of 152. Designed by Tom Bendelow / Rees Jones (1928). Medinah No. 3 is a 3-time U.S. Open and 2012 Ryder Cup host known for dramatic waterfront par-3 holes, recently transformed by a 2024 OCM Golf renovation.
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,657 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 78.3 / 152 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Architect | Tom Bendelow / Rees Jones |
| Year | 1928 |
| Location | Medinah, Illinois, USA |
| Coordinates | 41.9650, -88.0448 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 6,895 | 71 | 73.3 | 136 |
| Silver | 6,667 | 72 | 78.5 | 141 |
| Member | 6,253 | 71 | 70.2 | 129 |
| White | 6,213 | 72 | 76 | 136 |
| Green | 5,505 | 72 | 72 | 128 |
| Silver | 6,667 | 72 | 78.5 | 141 |
| White | 6,213 | 72 | 76 | 136 |
| Green | 5,505 | 72 | 72 | 128 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold 73.3/136 | 519 | 401 | 311 | 482 | 171 | 443 | 224 | 461 | 616 | 3628 | 367 | 414 | 444 | 312 | 376 | 148 | 447 | 565 | 194 | 3267 | 6895 |
| Silver 78.5/141 | 511 | 387 | 299 | 467 | 163 | 433 | 211 | 446 | 603 | 3520 | 360 | 403 | 432 | 303 | 367 | 148 | 403 | 556 | 175 | 3147 | 6667 |
| Member 70.2/129 | 494 | 387 | 287 | 415 | 102 | 425 | 183 | 398 | 554 | 3245 | 367 | 403 | 376 | 303 | 376 | 136 | 389 | 509 | 149 | 3008 | 6253 |
| White 76/136 | 500 | 365 | 287 | 434 | 145 | 425 | 183 | 398 | 554 | 3291 | 344 | 392 | 384 | 278 | 341 | 136 | 389 | 509 | 149 | 2922 | 6213 |
| Green 72/128 | 494 | 350 | 244 | 415 | 102 | 311 | 131 | 392 | 472 | 2911 | 292 | 343 | 376 | 266 | 329 | 123 | 299 | 431 | 135 | 2594 | 5505 |
| Silver 78.5/141 | 511 | 387 | 299 | 467 | 163 | 433 | 211 | 446 | 603 | 3520 | 360 | 403 | 432 | 303 | 367 | 148 | 403 | 556 | 175 | 3147 | 6667 |
| White 76/136 | 500 | 365 | 287 | 434 | 145 | 425 | 183 | 398 | 554 | 3291 | 344 | 392 | 384 | 278 | 341 | 136 | 389 | 509 | 149 | 2922 | 6213 |
| Green 72/128 | 494 | 350 | 244 | 415 | 102 | 311 | 131 | 392 | 472 | 2911 | 292 | 343 | 376 | 266 | 329 | 123 | 299 | 431 | 135 | 2594 | 5505 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 9 | 13 | 17 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 5 | 7 | 12 | 8 | 6 | 18 | 10 | 16 | 2 | 4 | 14 |
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: Gold (6,895 yards, 73.3/136)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 6 (par 4, 443 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,213 yards, 76/136)
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+: Green (5,505 yards, 72/128)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 15 (123 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 443 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 only 312 yards, aggressive players may consider going for the green off the tee.
The longest hole on the course at 616 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 148 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 447-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Medinah Country Club known for?
Medinah Country Club No. 3 is known as a 3-time U.S. Open and 2012 Ryder Cup host with dramatic waterfront par-3 holes at the 2nd, 13th, and 17th. The course underwent a transformative 2024 renovation by OCM Golf, opening tight tree-lined corridors into sweeping strategic fairways while preserving its championship pedigree.
What is the slope and rating of Medinah Country Club?
Medinah Country Club has a course rating of 78.3 and slope of 152 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 72 with a slope of 128.
How long is Medinah Country Club?
From the back tees, Medinah Country Club plays 7,657 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Medinah Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 6, a 443-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Medinah Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Gold tees (6,895 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (5,505 yards).
Is Medinah Country Club public or private?
Medinah Country Club is a private golf course in Medinah, Illinois. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near Medinah Country Club?
Nearby courses include Tournament/Baer Schaumburg Golf Club, White Pines Golf Club, Mount Prospect Golf Course, Twin Lakes Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Medinah Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Medinah Country Club 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 Medinah Country Club 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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