Salem Country Club Salem, Illinois
Salem Country Club is a par-103 private course in Salem, Illinois, playing 6,452 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 71.4 and slope of 119.
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 103 (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,452 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 71.4 / 119 |
| Tee Options | 3 |
| Location | Salem, Illinois, USA |
| Coordinates | 38.6131, -88.9373 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,452 | 5,900 | 71 | 71.4 | 119 |
| White | 6,093 | 5,571 | 71 | 69.5 | 115 |
| Black | 5,282 | 4,830 | 71 | 65.4 | 105 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 71.4/119 | 383 | 373 | 183 | 401 | 350 | 500 | 413 | 190 | 538 | 3331 | 180 | 559 | 431 | 379 | 383 | 265 | 327 | 146 | 451 | 3121 | 6452 |
| White 69.5/115 | 370 | 357 | 168 | 385 | 300 | 478 | 386 | 144 | 490 | 3078 | 172 | 559 | 410 | 356 | 380 | 265 | 315 | 120 | 438 | 3015 | 6093 |
| Black 65.4/105 | 303 | 292 | 134 | 300 | 235 | 387 | 338 | 130 | 488 | 2607 | 160 | 478 | 352 | 289 | 317 | 265 | 312 | 116 | 386 | 2675 | 5282 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 |
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: Blue (6,452 yards, 71.4/119)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 1 (par 4, 383 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,093 yards, 69.5/115)
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+: Black (5,282 yards, 65.4/105)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 17 (116 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 383 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. Play smart and take your par or better.
The longest hole on the course at 559 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 146 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 373-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Salem Country Club?
Salem Country Club has a course rating of 71.4 and slope of 119 from the back tees. From the Black tees, the rating is 65.4 with a slope of 105.
How long is Salem Country Club?
From the back tees, Salem Country Club plays 6,452 yards. The course is par 103 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Salem Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 1, a 383-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Salem Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,452 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Black tees (5,282 yards).
Is Salem Country Club public or private?
Salem Country Club is a private golf course in Salem, Illinois. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near Salem Country Club?
Nearby courses include Meadow Woods, Meadow Woods Country Club, Greenview Golf Club (Centralia), Indian Hills Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for Salem Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Salem 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 Salem 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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