Cress Creek Country Club
Course at a glance
Cress Creek Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Naperville, Illinois (60563). The course was designed by David Gill and opened in 1963. From the Black tees, Cress Creek Country Club plays to 6,838 yards at par 72. The course offers 9 sets of tees ranging from 5,266 to 6,838 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 73.6, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 78% of rated golf courses in Illinois. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. 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 Cress Creek Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Cress Creek Country Club
Cress Creek Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Naperville, Illinois (60563). The course was designed by David Gill and established in 1963. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,838 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 73.6.
Walking is permitted.
Cress Creek Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 138, 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 9 tee sets ranging from 5,266 to 6,838 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
6,838
Slope
138
Rating
73.6
Course Difficulty Analysis
138
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 138 | 73.6 | 392 | 375 | 188 | 553 | 352 | 221 | 396 | 564 | 357 | 3398 | 355 | 376 | 440 | 433 | 156 | 540 | 432 | 217 | 491 | 3440 | 6,838 |
HybridMen's | 136 | 72.6 | 379 | 357 | 188 | 519 | 352 | 221 | 396 | 484 | 357 | 3253 | 355 | 376 | 420 | 417 | 156 | 540 | 432 | 188 | 491 | 3375 | 6,628 |
Blue | 134 | 71.9 | 379 | 357 | 170 | 519 | 337 | 200 | 377 | 484 | 354 | 3177 | 340 | 360 | 420 | 417 | 146 | 527 | 418 | 188 | 472 | 3288 | 6,465 |
Senior League | 131 | 70.7 | 379 | 357 | 140 | 519 | 324 | 131 | 360 | 484 | 354 | 3048 | 340 | 360 | 348 | 417 | 125 | 527 | 418 | 151 | 472 | 3158 | 6,206 |
WhiteWomen's | 138 | 75.5 | 366 | 340 | 140 | 488 | 324 | 131 | 360 | 465 | 284 | 2898 | 326 | 349 | 348 | 403 | 125 | 518 | 393 | 151 | 462 | 3075 | 5,973 |
WhiteMen's | 129 | 69.7 | 366 | 340 | 140 | 488 | 324 | 131 | 360 | 465 | 284 | 2898 | 326 | 349 | 348 | 403 | 125 | 518 | 393 | 151 | 462 | 3075 | 5,973 |
HybridWomen's | 134 | 73.6 | 310 | 340 | 140 | 488 | 324 | 131 | 299 | 465 | 284 | 2781 | 326 | 349 | 348 | 317 | 125 | 447 | 323 | 151 | 462 | 2848 | 5,629 |
GreenWomen's | 130 | 71.6 | 310 | 315 | 132 | 435 | 292 | 131 | 299 | 414 | 282 | 2610 | 281 | 302 | 305 | 317 | 108 | 447 | 323 | 151 | 422 | 2656 | 5,266 |
GreenMen's | 121 | 66.5 | 310 | 315 | 132 | 435 | 292 | 131 | 299 | 414 | 282 | 2610 | 281 | 302 | 305 | 317 | 108 | 447 | 323 | 151 | 422 | 2656 | 5,266 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 4 | 16 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Cress Creek Country Club offers 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,838 | 138 | 73.6 | 0-5 |
Hybrid | 6,628 | 136 | 72.6 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,465 | 134 | 71.9 | 5-15 |
Senior League | 6,206 | 131 | 70.7 | 5-15 |
White | 5,973 | 138 | 75.5 | 12-22 |
White | 5,973 | 129 | 69.7 | 12-22 |
Hybrid | 5,629 | 134 | 73.6 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,266 | 130 | 71.6 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,266 | 121 | 66.5 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Cress Creek Country Club
Cress Creek Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Cress Creek Country Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cress Creek Country Club a public or private golf course?
Cress Creek Country Club is a public golf course located in Naperville, IL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Cress Creek Country Club have?
Cress Creek Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1963. The course was designed by David Gill.
What is the yardage at Cress Creek Country Club?
From the White tees, Cress Creek Country Club plays to 5,973 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,266 to 6,838 yards.
What is the slope rating at Cress Creek Country Club?
The Black tees at Cress Creek Country Club have a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 73.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Cress Creek Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Cress Creek Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Cress Creek Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.cresscreekcc.com/ or call 630-355-5584 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Cress Creek Country Club offer?
Cress Creek Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Cress Creek Country Club located?
Cress Creek Country Club is located at 1215 Royal Saint George Dr in Naperville, IL 60563. You can reach them at 630-355-5584.
What is the difficulty level at Cress Creek Country Club?
Cress Creek Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 78% 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 Cress Creek Country Club?
Cress Creek Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Black tees (6,838 yards, slope 138) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (5,266 yards, slope 121) 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 Cress Creek Country Club?
Beginners at Cress Creek Country Club should play the Green tees, which play 5,266 yards with a slope of 121. 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 Cress Creek Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White tees (slope 138, rating 75.5) at Cress Creek Country Club has a course handicap of 22, 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 Cress Creek Country Club?
A typical round at Cress Creek 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.