River Forest Country Club
Course at a glance
River Forest Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Bensenville, Illinois (60126). The course was designed by Charles Maddox & Frank P. MacDonald and opened in 1920. From the Blue tees, River Forest Country Club plays to 6,816 yards at par 72. The course offers 13 sets of tees ranging from 5,175 to 6,816 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 147 and a course rating of 80.5, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 97% of rated golf courses in Illinois. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. 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 51-60 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at River Forest Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About River Forest Country Club
River Forest Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Bensenville, Illinois (60126). The course was designed by Charles Maddox & Frank P. MacDonald and established in 1920. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,816 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 147 and a course rating of 80.5.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 147, River Forest Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in Illinois, playing harder than 97% 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 13 tee sets ranging from 5,175 to 6,816 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
6,816
Slope
147
Rating
80.5
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
147
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BlueWomen's | 147 | 80.5 | 325 | 422 | 190 | 570 | 408 | 402 | 206 | 571 | 329 | 3423 | 390 | 163 | 391 | 520 | 453 | 405 | 210 | 531 | 330 | 3393 | 6,816 |
BlueMen's | 139 | 74.0 | 325 | 422 | 190 | 570 | 408 | 402 | 206 | 571 | 329 | 3423 | 390 | 163 | 391 | 520 | 453 | 405 | 210 | 531 | 330 | 3393 | 6,816 |
Blue/Gold | 137 | 73.2 | 325 | 397 | 166 | 570 | 408 | 402 | 189 | 556 | 314 | 3327 | 375 | 163 | 380 | 520 | 422 | 405 | 195 | 531 | 330 | 3321 | 6,648 |
GoldWomen's | 143 | 78.5 | 308 | 397 | 166 | 553 | 386 | 369 | 189 | 556 | 314 | 3238 | 375 | 145 | 380 | 509 | 422 | 379 | 195 | 498 | 314 | 3217 | 6,455 |
GoldMen's | 135 | 72.4 | 308 | 397 | 166 | 553 | 386 | 369 | 189 | 556 | 314 | 3238 | 375 | 145 | 380 | 509 | 422 | 379 | 195 | 498 | 314 | 3217 | 6,455 |
Gold/White | 133 | 71.2 | 308 | 376 | 166 | 509 | 356 | 369 | 170 | 536 | 314 | 3104 | 361 | 145 | 346 | 509 | 380 | 379 | 180 | 498 | 314 | 3112 | 6,216 |
WhiteWomen's | 138 | 76.2 | 286 | 376 | 142 | 509 | 356 | 342 | 170 | 536 | 304 | 3021 | 361 | 129 | 346 | 497 | 380 | 354 | 180 | 475 | 295 | 3017 | 6,038 |
WhiteMen's | 131 | 70.5 | 286 | 376 | 142 | 509 | 356 | 342 | 170 | 536 | 304 | 3021 | 361 | 129 | 346 | 497 | 380 | 354 | 180 | 475 | 295 | 3017 | 6,038 |
Red/White | 135 | 75.0 | 275 | 376 | 111 | 509 | 330 | 342 | 170 | 485 | 304 | 2902 | 361 | 119 | 332 | 497 | 380 | 340 | 180 | 445 | 273 | 2927 | 5,829 |
Red | 133 | 74.0 | 275 | 335 | 111 | 499 | 330 | 325 | 141 | 485 | 287 | 2788 | 343 | 119 | 332 | 440 | 411 | 340 | 156 | 445 | 273 | 2859 | 5,647 |
Red | 127 | 68.7 | 275 | 335 | 111 | 499 | 330 | 325 | 141 | 485 | 287 | 2788 | 343 | 119 | 332 | 440 | 411 | 340 | 156 | 445 | 273 | 2859 | 5,647 |
Red/Green | 129 | 72.2 | 255 | 335 | 103 | 499 | 330 | 276 | 133 | 485 | 259 | 2675 | 307 | 119 | 332 | 432 | 349 | 340 | 145 | 445 | 273 | 2742 | 5,417 |
Green | 127 | 71.1 | 255 | 284 | 103 | 469 | 281 | 276 | 133 | 435 | 259 | 2495 | 307 | 108 | 318 | 432 | 349 | 325 | 145 | 435 | 261 | 2680 | 5,175 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 18 | 12 | 2 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 4 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
River Forest Country Club offers 13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,816 | 147 | 80.5 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,816 | 139 | 74.0 | 0-5 |
Blue/Gold | 6,648 | 137 | 73.2 | 5-15 |
Gold | 6,455 | 143 | 78.5 | 5-15 |
Gold | 6,455 | 135 | 72.4 | 5-15 |
Gold/White | 6,216 | 133 | 71.2 | 5-15 |
White | 6,038 | 138 | 76.2 | 12-22 |
White | 6,038 | 131 | 70.5 | 12-22 |
Red/White | 5,829 | 135 | 75.0 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,647 | 133 | 74.0 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,647 | 127 | 68.7 | 20-30 |
Red/Green | 5,417 | 129 | 72.2 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,175 | 127 | 71.1 | 20-30 |
Amenities at River Forest Country Club
River Forest 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
As a private club, access at River Forest Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is River Forest Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
River Forest Country Club is a private golf course located in Bensenville, IL. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does River Forest Country Club have?expand_more
River Forest Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1920. The course was designed by Charles Maddox & Frank P. MacDonald.
What is the yardage at River Forest Country Club?expand_more
From the Gold/White tees, River Forest Country Club plays to 6,216 yards (par 72). The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 5,175 to 6,816 yards.
What is the slope rating at River Forest Country Club?expand_more
The Blue tees at River Forest Country Club have a slope rating of 147 and a course rating of 80.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk River Forest Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at River Forest Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at River Forest Country Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.riverforestcc.org/ or call 630-279-5855 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does River Forest Country Club offer?expand_more
River Forest Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is River Forest Country Club located?expand_more
River Forest Country Club is located at 15w 468 Grand Ave in Bensenville, IL 60126. You can reach them at 630-279-5855.
What is the difficulty level at River Forest Country Club?expand_more
River Forest Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 147. It plays harder than 97% 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 River Forest Country Club?expand_more
River Forest Country Club offers 13 tee sets. Blue tees (6,816 yards, slope 147) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (5,175 yards, slope 127) 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 River Forest Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at River Forest Country Club should play the Green tees, which play 5,175 yards with a slope of 127. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at River Forest Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 138, rating 76.2) at River Forest Country Club would have a course handicap of 22 and an expected score of approximately 95. 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 River Forest Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at River Forest Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.