The Grove Country Club
Course at a glance
The Grove Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Long Grove, Illinois. From the Purple tees, The Grove Country Club plays to 7,032 yards at par 72. The course offers 6 sets of tees ranging from 5,639 to 7,032 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 74.5, 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 full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. Tee times at The Grove Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About The Grove Country Club
The Grove Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Long Grove, Illinois.. From the Purple tees, the course plays to 7,032 yards with a par of 72. The Purple tees carry a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 74.5.
Walking is permitted.
The Grove 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 6 tee sets ranging from 5,639 to 7,032 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
7,032
Slope
138
Rating
74.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Purple | 138 | 74.5 | 445 | 546 | 408 | 153 | 378 | 529 | 418 | 208 | 424 | 3509 | 421 | 194 | 398 | 556 | 378 | 525 | 427 | 168 | 456 | 3523 | 7,032 |
White | 135 | 73.1 | 428 | 530 | 387 | 142 | 365 | 513 | 404 | 194 | 406 | 3369 | 413 | 159 | 379 | 540 | 360 | 509 | 410 | 154 | 442 | 3366 | 6,735 |
Silver | 132 | 71.7 | 415 | 513 | 374 | 130 | 355 | 502 | 394 | 177 | 394 | 3254 | 392 | 148 | 368 | 488 | 341 | 486 | 387 | 142 | 423 | 3175 | 6,429 |
Silver/GoldWomen's | 136 | 75.1 | 415 | 513 | 323 | 130 | 355 | 447 | 356 | 177 | 328 | 3044 | 350 | 148 | 368 | 448 | 341 | 486 | 320 | 142 | 347 | 2950 | 5,994 |
Silver/GoldMen's | 127 | 69.7 | 415 | 513 | 323 | 130 | 355 | 447 | 356 | 177 | 328 | 3044 | 350 | 148 | 368 | 448 | 341 | 486 | 320 | 142 | 347 | 2950 | 5,994 |
Gold | 132 | 73.1 | 358 | 448 | 323 | 115 | 325 | 447 | 356 | 138 | 328 | 2838 | 350 | 110 | 351 | 448 | 300 | 436 | 344 | 115 | 347 | 2801 | 5,639 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 5 | 9 | 15 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 10 | 18 | 14 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 16 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Grove Country Club offers 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purple | 7,032 | 138 | 74.5 | 0-5 |
White | 6,735 | 135 | 73.1 | 0-5 |
Silver | 6,429 | 132 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
Silver/Gold | 5,994 | 136 | 75.1 | 12-22 |
Silver/Gold | 5,994 | 127 | 69.7 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,639 | 132 | 73.1 | 20-30 |
Amenities at The Grove Country Club
The Grove 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
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for The Grove Country Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Grove Country Club a public or private golf course?
The Grove Country Club is a public golf course located in Long Grove, IL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does The Grove Country Club have?
The Grove Country Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at The Grove Country Club?
From the White tees, The Grove Country Club plays to 6,735 yards (par 72). The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,639 to 7,032 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Grove Country Club?
The Purple tees at The Grove Country Club have a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 74.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Grove Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at The Grove Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Grove Country Club?
Contact the course directly to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does The Grove Country Club offer?
The Grove Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is The Grove Country Club located?
The Grove Country Club is located in Long Grove, IL.
What is the difficulty level at The Grove Country Club?
The Grove 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 The Grove Country Club?
The Grove Country Club offers 6 tee sets. Purple tees (7,032 yards, slope 138) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Gold tees (5,639 yards, slope 132) 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 The Grove Country Club?
Beginners at The Grove Country Club should play the Gold tees, which play 5,639 yards with a slope of 132. 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 The Grove Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Silver/Gold tees (slope 136, rating 75.1) at The Grove Country Club has a course handicap of 20, 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 The Grove Country Club?
A typical round at The Grove 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.