Sunset Valley Golf Course Highland Park, Illinois
Sunset Valley Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Highland Park, Illinois, playing 6,681 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 72.2 and slope of 134.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,681 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.2 / 134 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Highland Park, Illinois, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.1758, -87.8111 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,681 | 6,109 | 72 | 72.2 | 134 |
| Gray | 6,521 | 5,963 | 72 | 71.5 | 132 |
| Blue | 6,350 | 5,806 | 72 | 70.7 | 130 |
| Teal | 6,123 | 5,599 | 72 | 69.7 | 128 |
| White | 5,960 | 5,450 | 72 | 68.9 | 126 |
| Coral | 5,635 | 5,153 | 72 | 67.5 | 121 |
| Red | 5,380 | 4,919 | 72 | 66.3 | 120 |
| Orange | 5,120 | 4,682 | 72 | 65.1 | 115 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 72.2/134 | 347 | 517 | 389 | 157 | 452 | 154 | 579 | 359 | 372 | 3326 | 350 | 171 | 517 | 429 | 213 | 404 | 416 | 499 | 356 | 3355 | 6681 |
| Gray 71.5/132 | 347 | 497 | 389 | 145 | 452 | 140 | 579 | 346 | 372 | 3267 | 336 | 171 | 488 | 429 | 190 | 404 | 393 | 499 | 344 | 3254 | 6521 |
| Blue 70.7/130 | 339 | 497 | 369 | 145 | 415 | 140 | 538 | 346 | 363 | 3152 | 336 | 161 | 488 | 407 | 190 | 396 | 393 | 483 | 344 | 3198 | 6350 |
| Teal 69.7/128 | 317 | 477 | 369 | 128 | 415 | 123 | 538 | 333 | 346 | 3046 | 300 | 161 | 464 | 407 | 167 | 396 | 375 | 483 | 324 | 3077 | 6123 |
| White 68.9/126 | 317 | 477 | 352 | 128 | 383 | 123 | 512 | 333 | 354 | 2979 | 300 | 144 | 464 | 388 | 167 | 366 | 375 | 453 | 324 | 2981 | 5960 |
| Coral 67.5/121 | 317 | 429 | 298 | 128 | 368 | 123 | 454 | 333 | 354 | 2804 | 300 | 125 | 424 | 388 | 167 | 366 | 328 | 409 | 324 | 2831 | 5635 |
| Red 66.3/120 | 296 | 429 | 298 | 107 | 368 | 101 | 454 | 322 | 343 | 2718 | 261 | 125 | 424 | 354 | 148 | 298 | 328 | 409 | 315 | 2662 | 5380 |
| Orange 65.1/115 | 296 | 392 | 290 | 107 | 325 | 101 | 415 | 322 | 315 | 2563 | 261 | 101 | 401 | 354 | 148 | 298 | 294 | 385 | 315 | 2557 | 5120 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 7 | 5 | 9 | 13 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 2 | 14 | 16 | 4 | 2 | 12 | 6 | 8 | 10 |
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 (6,681 yards, 72.2/134)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 7 (par 5, 579 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,960 yards, 68.9/126)
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+: Orange (5,120 yards, 65.1/115)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 6 (101 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 579 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. Play smart and take your par or better.
The shortest par 3 at 154 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 350-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Sunset Valley Golf Course?
Sunset Valley Golf Course has a course rating of 72.2 and slope of 134 from the back tees. From the Orange tees, the rating is 65.1 with a slope of 115.
How long is Sunset Valley Golf Course?
From the back tees, Sunset Valley Golf Course plays 6,681 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Sunset Valley Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 7, a 579-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Sunset Valley Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,681 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Orange tees (5,120 yards).
Is Sunset Valley Golf Course public or private?
Sunset Valley Golf Course is a public golf course in Highland Park, Illinois. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Sunset Valley Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Old Elm Club (Highland Park), North Shore Country Club (Glenview), Indian Hill Golf Club (Winnetka), Lake Bluff Golf Course (Lake Bluff).
Is there a yardage book for Sunset Valley Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Sunset Valley 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 Sunset Valley 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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