The Prairies Golf Course Illinois
The Prairies Golf Course is a par-71 public course in Illinois, playing 6,490 yards from the Gold tees with a rating of 71.5 and slope of 129.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,490 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 71.5 / 129 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Illinois, USA |
| Coordinates | 38.5543, -90.1808 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 6,490 | 71 | 71.5 | 129 |
| Black | 5,907 | 69 | 69 | 120 |
| White | 5,314 | 70 | 71 | 118 |
| White | 5,314 | 70 | 71 | 118 |
| Green | 4,668 | 59 | 67.5 | 119 |
| Red | 4,426 | 63 | 66.1 | 111 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold 71.5/129 | 402 | 474 | 133 | 470 | 382 | 450 | 205 | 408 | 525 | 3449 | 360 | 525 | 360 | 353 | 193 | 351 | 330 | 203 | 366 | 3041 | 6490 |
| Black 69/120 | 378 | 421 | 119 | 450 | 367 | 415 | 191 | 388 | 485 | 3214 | 301 | 470 | 301 | 337 | 155 | 323 | 310 | 153 | 343 | 2693 | 5907 |
| White 71/118 | 346 | 391 | 103 | 370 | 347 | 392 | 153 | 356 | 452 | 2910 | 285 | 440 | 275 | 307 | 122 | 281 | 265 | 130 | 299 | 2404 | 5314 |
| White 71/118 | 346 | 391 | 103 | 370 | 347 | 392 | 153 | 356 | 452 | 2910 | 285 | 440 | 275 | 307 | 122 | 281 | 265 | 130 | 299 | 2404 | 5314 |
| Green 67.5/119 | 326 | 273 | 129 | 393 | 311 | 97 | 322 | 130 | 414 | 2395 | 306 | 113 | 270 | 97 | 249 | 442 | 284 | 136 | 376 | 2273 | 4668 |
| Red 66.1/111 | 277 | 337 | 91 | 332 | 303 | 335 | 105 | 318 | 400 | 2498 | 217 | 359 | 215 | 249 | 101 | 221 | 193 | 107 | 266 | 1928 | 4426 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
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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 (6,490 yards, 71.5/129)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,314 yards, 71/118)
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+: Red (4,426 yards, 66.1/111)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 3 (91 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
The longest hole on the course at 525 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 133 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of The Prairies Golf Course?
The Prairies Golf Course has a course rating of 71.5 and slope of 129 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 66.1 with a slope of 111.
How long is The Prairies Golf Course?
From the back tees, The Prairies Golf Course plays 6,490 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What tees should I play at The Prairies Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Gold tees (6,490 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (4,426 yards).
Is The Prairies Golf Course public or private?
The Prairies Golf Course is a public golf course in Illinois. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near The Prairies Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Columbia Golf Club, Triple Lakes Golf Course, St. Clair Country Club, Fairfield Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for The Prairies Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for The Prairies 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 The Prairies 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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