Ruth Lake Country Club Illinois
Ruth Lake Country Club is a par-71 private course in Illinois, playing 6,695 yards from the I tees with a rating of 73.6 and slope of 134.
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,695 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.6 / 134 |
| Tee Options | 12 |
| Location | Illinois, USA |
| Coordinates | 41.7781, -87.9412 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | 6,695 | 71 | 73.6 | 134 |
| Lake | 6,510 | 71 | 72.8 | 132 |
| II | 6,388 | 71 | 78.2 | 146 |
| II/III | 6,159 | 71 | 70.8 | 128 |
| III | 5,806 | 71 | 74.9 | 139 |
| III/IV | 5,464 | 71 | 73 | 135 |
| IV | 5,270 | 71 | 71.9 | 133 |
| II | 6,388 | 71 | 78.2 | 146 |
| III | 5,806 | 71 | 74.9 | 139 |
| III/IV | 5,464 | 71 | 73 | 135 |
| IV | 5,270 | 71 | 71.9 | 133 |
| Forward | 4,720 | 71 | 68.8 | 126 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I 73.6/134 | 331 | 569 | 238 | 452 | 523 | 196 | 370 | 427 | 447 | 3553 | 323 | 363 | 207 | 525 | 140 | 493 | 418 | 463 | 210 | 3142 | 6695 |
| Lake 72.8/132 | 331 | 569 | 201 | 424 | 523 | 171 | 370 | 427 | 438 | 3454 | 323 | 363 | 194 | 525 | 140 | 475 | 418 | 446 | 172 | 3056 | 6510 |
| II 78.2/146 | 321 | 553 | 201 | 424 | 513 | 171 | 364 | 406 | 438 | 3391 | 310 | 338 | 194 | 518 | 135 | 475 | 409 | 446 | 172 | 2997 | 6388 |
| II/III 70.8/128 | 321 | 535 | 172 | 342 | 513 | 171 | 364 | 406 | 438 | 3262 | 310 | 321 | 177 | 476 | 135 | 475 | 409 | 446 | 148 | 2897 | 6159 |
| III 74.9/139 | 304 | 535 | 172 | 342 | 451 | 145 | 338 | 390 | 428 | 3105 | 287 | 321 | 177 | 476 | 116 | 423 | 382 | 371 | 148 | 2701 | 5806 |
| III/IV 73/135 | 304 | 494 | 137 | 317 | 451 | 135 | 338 | 331 | 428 | 2935 | 287 | 267 | 177 | 433 | 116 | 423 | 346 | 363 | 117 | 2529 | 5464 |
| IV 71.9/133 | 256 | 494 | 137 | 317 | 417 | 135 | 330 | 331 | 399 | 2816 | 268 | 267 | 130 | 433 | 112 | 418 | 346 | 363 | 117 | 2454 | 5270 |
| II 78.2/146 | 321 | 553 | 201 | 424 | 513 | 171 | 364 | 406 | 438 | 3391 | 310 | 338 | 194 | 518 | 135 | 475 | 409 | 446 | 172 | 2997 | 6388 |
| III 74.9/139 | 304 | 535 | 172 | 342 | 451 | 145 | 338 | 390 | 428 | 3105 | 287 | 321 | 177 | 476 | 116 | 423 | 382 | 371 | 148 | 2701 | 5806 |
| III/IV 73/135 | 304 | 494 | 137 | 317 | 451 | 135 | 338 | 331 | 428 | 2935 | 287 | 267 | 177 | 433 | 116 | 423 | 346 | 363 | 117 | 2529 | 5464 |
| IV 71.9/133 | 256 | 494 | 137 | 317 | 417 | 135 | 330 | 331 | 399 | 2816 | 268 | 267 | 130 | 433 | 112 | 418 | 346 | 363 | 117 | 2454 | 5270 |
| Forward 68.8/126 | 256 | 402 | 137 | 317 | 360 | 135 | 330 | 331 | 319 | 2587 | 268 | 267 | 130 | 370 | 112 | 314 | 346 | 256 | 70 | 2133 | 4720 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 16 | 6 | 12 | 4 | 10 | 18 | 14 | 8 | 2 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 1 | 17 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 15 |
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: I (6,695 yards, 73.6/134)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 13 (par 5, 525 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: III (5,806 yards, 74.9/139)
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+: Forward (4,720 yards, 68.8/126)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 14 (112 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 525 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. At 196 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 569 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 140 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 the slope and rating of Ruth Lake Country Club?
Ruth Lake Country Club has a course rating of 73.6 and slope of 134 from the back tees. From the Forward tees, the rating is 68.8 with a slope of 126.
How long is Ruth Lake Country Club?
From the back tees, Ruth Lake Country Club plays 6,695 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Ruth Lake Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 13, a 525-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Ruth Lake Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the I tees (6,695 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Forward tees (4,720 yards).
Is Ruth Lake Country Club public or private?
Ruth Lake Country Club is a private golf course in Illinois. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near Ruth Lake Country Club?
Nearby courses include Edgewood Valley Country Club, La Grange Country Club, Fresh Meadow Golf Club (Hillside), Arrowhead Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Ruth Lake Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Ruth Lake 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 Ruth Lake 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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