Lake Shore Country Club
About Lake Shore Country Club
Lake Shore Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Glencoe, Illinois (60022). The course was designed by Tom Bendelow and established in 1909. From the Yellow tees, the course plays to 7,000 yards with a par of 71. The Yellow tees carry a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 74.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 139, Lake Shore Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in Illinois, playing harder than 83% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,760 to 7,000 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Golf in Illinois typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
71
Length
7,000
Slope
139
Rating
74.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
139
This Course
130
IL Average
113
US Average
Based on 442 rated courses in Illinois
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Yellow | 139 | 74.0 | 426 | 421 | 403 | 426 | 449 | 177 | 607 | 201 | 569 | 3679 | 432 | 192 | 379 | 520 | 127 | 436 | 482 | 324 | 429 | 3321 | 7,000 |
Black | 135 | 72.4 | 421 | 417 | 371 | 420 | 424 | 170 | 527 | 178 | 527 | 3455 | 396 | 188 | 366 | 516 | 120 | 428 | 451 | 322 | 425 | 3212 | 6,667 |
Black/Blue | 132 | 71.2 | 405 | 417 | 371 | 381 | 385 | 170 | 501 | 173 | 527 | 3330 | 380 | 188 | 345 | 516 | 120 | 385 | 416 | 322 | 425 | 3097 | 6,427 |
Blue | 130 | 70.4 | 405 | 399 | 351 | 381 | 385 | 151 | 501 | 173 | 480 | 3226 | 380 | 184 | 345 | 498 | 115 | 385 | 416 | 311 | 423 | 3057 | 6,283 |
Blue/White | 133 | 74.0 | 402 | 335 | 351 | 297 | 385 | 151 | 438 | 173 | 480 | 3012 | 321 | 184 | 307 | 498 | 115 | 322 | 407 | 305 | 423 | 2882 | 5,894 |
Blue/White | 125 | 68.6 | 402 | 335 | 351 | 297 | 385 | 151 | 438 | 173 | 480 | 3012 | 321 | 184 | 307 | 498 | 115 | 322 | 407 | 305 | 423 | 2882 | 5,894 |
White | 130 | 72.5 | 402 | 335 | 297 | 297 | 329 | 118 | 438 | 169 | 457 | 2842 | 321 | 182 | 307 | 439 | 93 | 322 | 407 | 305 | 419 | 2795 | 5,637 |
White | 122 | 67.4 | 402 | 335 | 297 | 297 | 329 | 118 | 438 | 169 | 457 | 2842 | 321 | 182 | 307 | 439 | 93 | 322 | 407 | 305 | 419 | 2795 | 5,637 |
White/Green | 126 | 70.6 | 402 | 335 | 240 | 297 | 267 | 118 | 438 | 169 | 457 | 2723 | 289 | 182 | 263 | 365 | 93 | 275 | 380 | 305 | 419 | 2571 | 5,294 |
Green | 120 | 67.6 | 355 | 335 | 240 | 297 | 267 | 118 | 352 | 96 | 457 | 2517 | 289 | 109 | 263 | 365 | 93 | 275 | 305 | 213 | 331 | 2243 | 4,760 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 9 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 17 | 7 | 15 | 13 | 8 | 16 | 12 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 2 | 14 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Lake Shore Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Yellow | 7,000 | 139 | 74.0 | 0-5 |
Black | 6,667 | 135 | 72.4 | 5-15 |
Black/Blue | 6,427 | 132 | 71.2 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,283 | 130 | 70.4 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 5,894 | 133 | 74.0 | 12-22 |
Blue/White | 5,894 | 125 | 68.6 | 12-22 |
White | 5,637 | 130 | 72.5 | 20-30 |
White | 5,637 | 122 | 67.4 | 20-30 |
White/Green | 5,294 | 126 | 70.6 | 20-30 |
Green | 4,760 | 120 | 67.6 | 25+ |
Amenities at Lake Shore Country Club
Lake Shore Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Lake Shore Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lake Shore Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Lake Shore Country Club is a public golf course located in Glencoe, IL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Lake Shore Country Club have?expand_more
Lake Shore Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1909. The course was designed by Tom Bendelow.
What is the yardage at Lake Shore Country Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White tees, Lake Shore Country Club plays to 5,894 yards (par 74). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,760 to 7,000 yards.
What is the slope rating at Lake Shore Country Club?expand_more
The Yellow tees at Lake Shore Country Club have a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 74.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Lake Shore Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Lake Shore Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Lake Shore Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Lake Shore Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Lake Shore Country Club offer?expand_more
Lake Shore Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Lake Shore Country Club located?expand_more
Lake Shore Country Club is located at 1255 Sheridan Rd in Glencoe, IL 60022. You can reach them at 847-835-3051.
What is the difficulty level at Lake Shore Country Club?expand_more
Lake Shore Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 139. It plays harder than 83% of golf courses in Illinois. The average slope rating in Illinois is 130. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Lake Shore Country Club?expand_more
Lake Shore Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Yellow tees (7,000 yards, slope 139) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (4,760 yards, slope 120) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Lake Shore Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Lake Shore Country Club should play the Green tees, which play 4,760 yards with a slope of 120. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Lake Shore Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Blue/White tees (slope 125, rating 68.6) at Lake Shore Country Club would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 85. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Lake Shore Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Lake Shore Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.