Lake Shore Country Club
Course at a glance
Lake Shore Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Glencoe, Illinois (60022). The course was designed by Tom Bendelow and opened in 1909. From the Yellow tees, Lake Shore Country Club plays to 7,000 yards at par 71. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 4,760 to 7,000 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 74.0, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 82% of rated golf courses in Illinois. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 71-80 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at 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 82% of rated 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
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
139
This Course
130
IL Average
113
US Average
Based on 434 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/WhiteWomen's | 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/WhiteMen's | 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 |
WhiteWomen's | 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 |
WhiteMen's | 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. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| 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 full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Lake Shore Country Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
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
Contact the course directly or call 847-835-3051 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Lake Shore Country Club offer?expand_more
Lake Shore Country Club offers a driving range, 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 82% 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 uses the 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.