Briarwood Country Club
Course at a glance
Briarwood Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Deerfield, Illinois (60015). The course was designed by H. S. Colt & C. H. Alison and opened in 1921. From the Gold tees, Briarwood Country Club plays to 6,853 yards at par 71. The course offers 11 sets of tees ranging from 5,258 to 6,853 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 73.3, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 71% of rated golf courses in Illinois. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. 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 Briarwood Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Briarwood Country Club
Briarwood Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Deerfield, Illinois (60015). The course was designed by H. S. Colt & C. H. Alison and established in 1921. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 6,853 yards with a par of 71. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 73.3.
Walking is permitted.
Briarwood 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 11 tee sets ranging from 5,258 to 6,853 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
6,853
Slope
135
Rating
73.3
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
136
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 135 | 73.3 | 426 | 432 | 540 | 205 | 535 | 401 | 415 | 183 | 430 | 3567 | 381 | 174 | 460 | 504 | 380 | 180 | 408 | 408 | 391 | 3286 | 6,853 |
Gold/Blue | 132 | 72.2 | 411 | 370 | 540 | 205 | 535 | 374 | 403 | 183 | 412 | 3433 | 370 | 174 | 432 | 504 | 361 | 180 | 402 | 383 | 373 | 3179 | 6,612 |
Blue | 131 | 71.6 | 411 | 370 | 535 | 195 | 510 | 374 | 403 | 164 | 412 | 3374 | 370 | 143 | 432 | 485 | 361 | 170 | 402 | 383 | 373 | 3119 | 6,493 |
Blue/White | 128 | 70.0 | 394 | 355 | 535 | 195 | 510 | 314 | 385 | 160 | 394 | 3242 | 367 | 142 | 401 | 483 | 337 | 157 | 346 | 330 | 340 | 2903 | 6,145 |
WhiteWomen's | 136 | 75.5 | 394 | 355 | 520 | 182 | 440 | 350 | 385 | 160 | 394 | 3180 | 367 | 142 | 401 | 483 | 337 | 157 | 346 | 330 | 340 | 2903 | 6,083 |
WhiteMen's | 127 | 69.6 | 394 | 355 | 520 | 182 | 440 | 350 | 385 | 160 | 394 | 3180 | 367 | 142 | 401 | 483 | 337 | 157 | 346 | 330 | 340 | 2903 | 6,083 |
White/BlackWomen's | 133 | 73.9 | 394 | 340 | 520 | 182 | 440 | 314 | 316 | 139 | 344 | 2989 | 315 | 142 | 355 | 483 | 300 | 170 | 346 | 330 | 340 | 2781 | 5,770 |
White/BlackMen's | 124 | 68.2 | 394 | 340 | 520 | 182 | 440 | 314 | 316 | 139 | 344 | 2989 | 315 | 142 | 355 | 483 | 300 | 170 | 346 | 330 | 340 | 2781 | 5,770 |
BlackWomen's | 130 | 72.6 | 394 | 340 | 462 | 150 | 440 | 314 | 316 | 139 | 344 | 2899 | 315 | 100 | 353 | 411 | 300 | 143 | 346 | 330 | 340 | 2638 | 5,537 |
BlackMen's | 121 | 67.2 | 394 | 340 | 462 | 150 | 440 | 314 | 316 | 139 | 344 | 2899 | 315 | 100 | 353 | 411 | 300 | 143 | 346 | 330 | 340 | 2638 | 5,537 |
Red | 126 | 71.1 | 394 | 340 | 462 | 150 | 392 | 296 | 316 | 139 | 344 | 2833 | 315 | 100 | 353 | 384 | 300 | 143 | 267 | 275 | 288 | 2425 | 5,258 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 3 | 13 | 1 | 15 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 17 | 5 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 8 | 16 | 4 | 6 | 12 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Briarwood Country Club offers 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 6,853 | 135 | 73.3 | 0-5 |
Gold/Blue | 6,612 | 132 | 72.2 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,493 | 131 | 71.6 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 6,145 | 128 | 70.0 | 12-22 |
White | 6,083 | 136 | 75.5 | 12-22 |
White | 6,083 | 127 | 69.6 | 12-22 |
White/Black | 5,770 | 133 | 73.9 | 12-22 |
White/Black | 5,770 | 124 | 68.2 | 12-22 |
Black | 5,537 | 130 | 72.6 | 20-30 |
Black | 5,537 | 121 | 67.2 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,258 | 126 | 71.1 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Briarwood Country Club
Briarwood Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Briarwood 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 Briarwood Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Briarwood Country Club is a private golf course located in Deerfield, IL. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Briarwood Country Club have?expand_more
Briarwood Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1921. The course was designed by H. S. Colt & C. H. Alison.
What is the yardage at Briarwood Country Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White tees, Briarwood Country Club plays to 6,145 yards (par 71). The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 5,258 to 6,853 yards.
What is the slope rating at Briarwood Country Club?expand_more
The Gold tees at Briarwood Country Club have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 73.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Briarwood Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Briarwood Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Briarwood Country Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.briarwoodcountryclub.com/ or call 847-945-2660 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Briarwood Country Club offer?expand_more
Briarwood Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Briarwood Country Club located?expand_more
Briarwood Country Club is located at 355 Deerfield Rd in Deerfield, IL 60015. You can reach them at 847-945-2660.
What is the difficulty level at Briarwood Country Club?expand_more
Briarwood Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 136. It plays harder than 71% 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 Briarwood Country Club?expand_more
Briarwood Country Club offers 11 tee sets. Gold tees (6,853 yards, slope 135) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,258 yards, slope 126) 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 Briarwood Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Briarwood Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,258 yards with a slope of 126. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Briarwood Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 127, rating 69.6) at Briarwood Country Club would have a course handicap of 15 and an expected score of approximately 86. 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 Briarwood Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Briarwood 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.