Sunset Ridge Country Club
About Sunset Ridge Country Club
Sunset Ridge Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Northfield, Illinois (60093). The course was designed by William Diddel and established in 1923. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,754 yards with a par of 71. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 73.0.
Walking is permitted.
Sunset Ridge Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 136, putting it in the upper half of courses in Illinois for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,331 to 6,754 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
6,754
Slope
135
Rating
73.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
136
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 135 | 73.0 | 371 | 417 | 427 | 383 | 171 | 355 | 560 | 174 | 451 | 3309 | 405 | 426 | 373 | 518 | 441 | 191 | 525 | 162 | 404 | 3445 | 6,754 |
Blue/White | 133 | 72.2 | 371 | 405 | 414 | 383 | 171 | 337 | 537 | 154 | 429 | 3201 | 405 | 408 | 373 | 518 | 419 | 171 | 525 | 162 | 388 | 3369 | 6,570 |
White | 131 | 71.4 | 356 | 405 | 414 | 361 | 141 | 337 | 537 | 154 | 429 | 3134 | 383 | 408 | 351 | 500 | 419 | 171 | 511 | 144 | 388 | 3275 | 6,409 |
Gold | 136 | 75.6 | 343 | 388 | 385 | 346 | 124 | 324 | 514 | 139 | 413 | 2976 | 368 | 395 | 337 | 481 | 406 | 147 | 483 | 131 | 371 | 3119 | 6,095 |
Gold | 127 | 69.9 | 343 | 388 | 385 | 346 | 124 | 324 | 514 | 139 | 413 | 2976 | 368 | 395 | 337 | 481 | 406 | 147 | 483 | 131 | 371 | 3119 | 6,095 |
Gold/Red | 131 | 72.8 | 343 | 327 | 332 | 346 | 124 | 324 | 456 | 121 | 413 | 2786 | 368 | 335 | 326 | 408 | 341 | 147 | 431 | 131 | 317 | 2804 | 5,590 |
Gold/Red | 122 | 67.6 | 343 | 327 | 332 | 346 | 124 | 324 | 456 | 121 | 413 | 2786 | 368 | 335 | 326 | 408 | 341 | 147 | 431 | 131 | 317 | 2804 | 5,590 |
Red | 128 | 71.4 | 292 | 327 | 332 | 287 | 107 | 279 | 456 | 121 | 405 | 2606 | 324 | 335 | 326 | 408 | 341 | 124 | 431 | 119 | 317 | 2725 | 5,331 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 5 | 7 | 13 | 17 | 9 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 10 | 4 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 18 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Sunset Ridge Country Club offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,754 | 135 | 73.0 | 0-5 |
Blue/White | 6,570 | 133 | 72.2 | 5-15 |
White | 6,409 | 131 | 71.4 | 5-15 |
Gold | 6,095 | 136 | 75.6 | 12-22 |
Gold | 6,095 | 127 | 69.9 | 12-22 |
Gold/Red | 5,590 | 131 | 72.8 | 20-30 |
Gold/Red | 5,590 | 122 | 67.6 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,331 | 128 | 71.4 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Sunset Ridge Country Club
Sunset Ridge Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Sunset Ridge Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sunset Ridge Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Sunset Ridge Country Club is a public golf course located in Northfield, IL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Sunset Ridge Country Club have?expand_more
Sunset Ridge Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1923. The course was designed by William Diddel.
What is the yardage at Sunset Ridge Country Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White tees, Sunset Ridge Country Club plays to 6,570 yards (par 71). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,331 to 6,754 yards.
What is the slope rating at Sunset Ridge Country Club?expand_more
The Blue tees at Sunset Ridge Country Club have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 73.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Sunset Ridge Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Sunset Ridge Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Sunset Ridge Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Sunset Ridge Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.sunsetridgecc.org/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Sunset Ridge Country Club offer?expand_more
Sunset Ridge Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Sunset Ridge Country Club located?expand_more
Sunset Ridge Country Club is located at 2100 Sunset Ridge Road in Northfield, IL 60093. You can reach them at 847-446-5222.
What is the difficulty level at Sunset Ridge Country Club?expand_more
Sunset Ridge Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 136. It plays harder than 74% 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 Sunset Ridge Country Club?expand_more
Sunset Ridge Country Club offers 8 tee sets. Blue tees (6,754 yards, slope 135) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,331 yards, slope 128) 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 Sunset Ridge Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Sunset Ridge Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,331 yards with a slope of 128. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Sunset Ridge Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 127, rating 69.9) at Sunset Ridge Country Club would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 87. 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 Sunset Ridge Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Sunset Ridge 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.