Glen View Club
Course at a glance
Glen View Club is an 18-hole golf course in Golf, Illinois (60029). The course was designed by William S. Flynn and opened in 1897. From the Mach tees, Glen View Club plays to 6,963 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 5,162 to 6,963 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 73.4, 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 91-100 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Glen View Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Glen View Club
Glen View Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Golf, Illinois (60029). The course was designed by William S. Flynn and established in 1897. From the Mach tees, the course plays to 6,963 yards with a par of 72. The Mach tees carry a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 73.4.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 139, Glen View 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 5,162 to 6,963 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
72
Length
6,963
Slope
139
Rating
73.4
Course Difficulty Analysis
139
This Course
130
IL Average
113
US Average
Based on 427 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mach | 139 | 73.4 | 450 | 190 | 450 | 400 | 385 | 560 | 175 | 515 | 360 | 3485 | 440 | 188 | 360 | 550 | 170 | 520 | 400 | 400 | 450 | 3478 | 6,963 |
Mach/Lang | 137 | 72.5 | 430 | 182 | 435 | 400 | 385 | 560 | 168 | 515 | 360 | 3435 | 440 | 188 | 360 | 537 | 162 | 520 | 388 | 400 | 338 | 3333 | 6,768 |
Lang | 135 | 71.5 | 430 | 182 | 435 | 385 | 375 | 550 | 168 | 475 | 350 | 3350 | 432 | 153 | 325 | 537 | 162 | 505 | 388 | 350 | 338 | 3190 | 6,540 |
Lang/Laigh | 131 | 69.9 | 385 | 164 | 350 | 385 | 375 | 503 | 168 | 475 | 350 | 3155 | 405 | 133 | 325 | 475 | 145 | 505 | 355 | 350 | 338 | 3031 | 6,186 |
LaighWomen's | 134 | 74.8 | 385 | 164 | 350 | 347 | 360 | 503 | 149 | 451 | 315 | 3024 | 405 | 133 | 292 | 475 | 145 | 440 | 355 | 320 | 313 | 2878 | 5,902 |
LaighMen's | 128 | 68.6 | 385 | 164 | 350 | 347 | 360 | 503 | 149 | 451 | 315 | 3024 | 405 | 133 | 292 | 475 | 145 | 440 | 355 | 320 | 313 | 2878 | 5,902 |
Laigh/Glen | 131 | 73.6 | 420 | 150 | 350 | 347 | 290 | 500 | 149 | 451 | 278 | 2935 | 358 | 111 | 292 | 475 | 140 | 440 | 355 | 276 | 309 | 2756 | 5,691 |
GlenWomen's | 128 | 72.2 | 420 | 150 | 350 | 250 | 290 | 500 | 143 | 438 | 278 | 2819 | 358 | 111 | 240 | 420 | 140 | 410 | 344 | 276 | 309 | 2608 | 5,427 |
GlenMen's | 123 | 66.4 | 420 | 150 | 350 | 250 | 290 | 500 | 143 | 438 | 278 | 2819 | 358 | 111 | 240 | 420 | 140 | 410 | 344 | 276 | 309 | 2608 | 5,427 |
Club | 125 | 70.6 | 385 | 140 | 350 | 245 | 285 | 410 | 94 | 435 | 273 | 2617 | 353 | 111 | 235 | 420 | 135 | 410 | 300 | 276 | 305 | 2545 | 5,162 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 15 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 1 | 17 | 7 | 13 | 4 | 18 | 14 | 2 | 16 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Glen View 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Mach | 6,963 | 139 | 73.4 | 0-5 |
Mach/Lang | 6,768 | 137 | 72.5 | 0-5 |
Lang | 6,540 | 135 | 71.5 | 5-15 |
Lang/Laigh | 6,186 | 131 | 69.9 | 12-22 |
Laigh | 5,902 | 134 | 74.8 | 12-22 |
Laigh | 5,902 | 128 | 68.6 | 12-22 |
Laigh/Glen | 5,691 | 131 | 73.6 | 20-30 |
Glen | 5,427 | 128 | 72.2 | 20-30 |
Glen | 5,427 | 123 | 66.4 | 20-30 |
Club | 5,162 | 125 | 70.6 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Glen View Club
Glen View 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 Glen View Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glen View Club a public or private golf course?
Glen View Club is a public golf course located in Golf, IL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Glen View Club have?
Glen View Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1897. The course was designed by William S. Flynn.
What is the yardage at Glen View Club?
From the Mach tees, Glen View Club plays to 6,963 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,162 to 6,963 yards.
What is the slope rating at Glen View Club?
The Mach tees at Glen View Club have a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 73.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Glen View Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Glen View Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Glen View Club?
Contact the course directly or call 847-729-6500 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Glen View Club offer?
Glen View Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Glen View Club located?
Glen View Club is located at 100 Golf Rd in Golf, IL 60029. You can reach them at 847-729-6500.
What is the difficulty level at Glen View Club?
Glen View 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 Glen View Club?
Glen View Club offers 10 tee sets. Mach tees (6,963 yards, slope 139) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Club tees (5,162 yards, slope 125) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Glen View Club?
Beginners at Glen View Club should play the Club tees, which play 5,162 yards with a slope of 125. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Glen View Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Laigh tees (slope 128, rating 68.6) at Glen View Club has a course handicap of 14, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Glen View Club?
A typical round at Glen View 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.