Veterans Memorial Golf Course Great Lakes, Illinois
Veterans Memorial Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Great Lakes, Illinois, playing 6,637 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 72.7 and slope of 130.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,637 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.7 / 130 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Great Lakes, Illinois, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.3123, -87.8699 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,637 | 72 | 72.7 | 130 |
| White | 6,140 | 72 | 75.6 | 132 |
| Gold | 5,406 | 72 | 71.5 | 123 |
| Red | 4,966 | 72 | 69.1 | 118 |
| White | 6,140 | 72 | 75.6 | 132 |
| Gold | 5,406 | 72 | 71.5 | 123 |
| Red | 4,966 | 72 | 69.1 | 118 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 72.7/130 | 415 | 389 | 300 | 557 | 180 | 452 | 144 | 497 | 340 | 3274 | 478 | 417 | 162 | 393 | 431 | 344 | 183 | 521 | 434 | 3363 | 6637 |
| White 75.6/132 | 392 | 358 | 292 | 529 | 160 | 417 | 135 | 442 | 319 | 3044 | 450 | 385 | 161 | 365 | 400 | 320 | 145 | 486 | 384 | 3096 | 6140 |
| Gold 71.5/123 | 351 | 312 | 269 | 472 | 132 | 340 | 119 | 394 | 247 | 2636 | 419 | 338 | 134 | 324 | 368 | 313 | 116 | 426 | 332 | 2770 | 5406 |
| Red 69.1/118 | 323 | 255 | 241 | 434 | 120 | 332 | 103 | 354 | 247 | 2409 | 388 | 297 | 126 | 293 | 334 | 297 | 94 | 402 | 326 | 2557 | 4966 |
| White 75.6/132 | 392 | 358 | 292 | 529 | 160 | 417 | 135 | 442 | 319 | 3044 | 450 | 385 | 161 | 365 | 400 | 320 | 145 | 486 | 384 | 3096 | 6140 |
| Gold 71.5/123 | 351 | 312 | 269 | 472 | 132 | 340 | 119 | 394 | 247 | 2636 | 419 | 338 | 134 | 324 | 368 | 313 | 116 | 426 | 332 | 2770 | 5406 |
| Red 69.1/118 | 323 | 255 | 241 | 434 | 120 | 332 | 103 | 354 | 247 | 2409 | 388 | 297 | 126 | 293 | 334 | 297 | 94 | 402 | 326 | 2557 | 4966 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 5 | 9 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 15 | 11 | 13 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 18 | 10 | 6 |
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 (6,637 yards, 72.7/130)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 6 (par 4, 452 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,140 yards, 75.6/132)
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 (4,966 yards, 69.1/118)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 7 (103 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 452 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 183 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 557 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 144 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. At 478 yards, a pivotal par 5 that separates good rounds from great ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Veterans Memorial Golf Course?
Veterans Memorial Golf Course has a course rating of 72.7 and slope of 130 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 69.1 with a slope of 118.
How long is Veterans Memorial Golf Course?
From the back tees, Veterans Memorial Golf Course plays 6,637 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Veterans Memorial Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 6, a 452-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Veterans Memorial Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,637 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (4,966 yards).
Is Veterans Memorial Golf Course public or private?
Veterans Memorial Golf Course is a public golf course in Great Lakes, Illinois. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Veterans Memorial Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Lake Bluff Golf Course (Lake Bluff), Glen Flora Country Club (Waukegan), Bonnie Brook Golf Course (Waukegan), Old Elm Club (Highland Park).
Is there a yardage book for Veterans Memorial Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Veterans Memorial 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 Veterans Memorial 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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