Wynstone Golf Club
Course at a glance
Wynstone Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in North Barrington, Illinois (60010). The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus and opened in 1989. From the Black tees, Wynstone Golf Club plays to 7,162 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 5,201 to 7,162 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 147 and a course rating of 75.4, 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 pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Wynstone Golf Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Wynstone Golf Club
Wynstone Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in North Barrington, Illinois (60010). The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus and established in 1989. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,162 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 147 and a course rating of 75.4.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 147, Wynstone Golf 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 10 tee sets ranging from 5,201 to 7,162 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
7,162
Slope
147
Rating
75.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 147 | 75.4 | 413 | 463 | 509 | 204 | 442 | 418 | 190 | 358 | 553 | 3550 | 431 | 205 | 535 | 373 | 178 | 457 | 464 | 422 | 547 | 3612 | 7,162 |
B/G Combo | 145 | 74.7 | 413 | 450 | 509 | 194 | 425 | 418 | 181 | 358 | 545 | 3493 | 400 | 197 | 535 | 373 | 156 | 452 | 436 | 422 | 547 | 3518 | 7,011 |
Gold | 143 | 74.0 | 391 | 450 | 487 | 194 | 425 | 403 | 181 | 350 | 545 | 3426 | 404 | 197 | 518 | 345 | 156 | 452 | 436 | 416 | 521 | 3445 | 6,871 |
Wolf | 140 | 72.9 | 365 | 419 | 484 | 170 | 413 | 383 | 181 | 350 | 519 | 3284 | 400 | 179 | 518 | 345 | 140 | 402 | 436 | 398 | 505 | 3323 | 6,607 |
Silver | 138 | 72.0 | 365 | 419 | 479 | 170 | 413 | 383 | 150 | 324 | 519 | 3222 | 395 | 179 | 470 | 322 | 140 | 402 | 398 | 398 | 505 | 3209 | 6,431 |
S/B Combo | 135 | 70.9 | 365 | 405 | 479 | 159 | 384 | 335 | 150 | 324 | 519 | 3120 | 395 | 165 | 442 | 322 | 140 | 363 | 368 | 375 | 505 | 3075 | 6,195 |
BlueWomen's | 143 | 75.4 | 350 | 405 | 434 | 159 | 384 | 335 | 134 | 294 | 500 | 2995 | 337 | 165 | 442 | 291 | 128 | 363 | 368 | 375 | 482 | 2951 | 5,946 |
BlueMen's | 133 | 69.8 | 350 | 405 | 434 | 159 | 384 | 335 | 134 | 294 | 500 | 2995 | 337 | 165 | 442 | 291 | 128 | 363 | 368 | 375 | 482 | 2951 | 5,946 |
Blue/Red | 138 | 73.3 | 350 | 362 | 434 | 120 | 346 | 335 | 134 | 294 | 433 | 2808 | 337 | 133 | 442 | 291 | 128 | 354 | 306 | 319 | 445 | 2755 | 5,563 |
Red | 134 | 71.3 | 255 | 362 | 359 | 120 | 346 | 292 | 122 | 260 | 433 | 2549 | 319 | 133 | 412 | 266 | 98 | 354 | 306 | 319 | 445 | 2652 | 5,201 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 18 | 10 | 2 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 1 | 17 | 7 | 15 | 13 | 3 | 11 | 5 | 9 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Wynstone Golf Club offers 10 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 | 7,162 | 147 | 75.4 | 0-5 |
B/G Combo | 7,011 | 145 | 74.7 | 0-5 |
Gold | 6,871 | 143 | 74.0 | 0-5 |
Wolf | 6,607 | 140 | 72.9 | 5-15 |
Silver | 6,431 | 138 | 72.0 | 5-15 |
S/B Combo | 6,195 | 135 | 70.9 | 12-22 |
Blue | 5,946 | 143 | 75.4 | 12-22 |
Blue | 5,946 | 133 | 69.8 | 12-22 |
Blue/Red | 5,563 | 138 | 73.3 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,201 | 134 | 71.3 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Wynstone Golf Club
Wynstone Golf Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Wynstone Golf 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 Wynstone Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Wynstone Golf Club is a private golf course located in North Barrington, IL. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Wynstone Golf Club have?expand_more
Wynstone Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1989. The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus.
What is the yardage at Wynstone Golf Club?expand_more
From the Black tees, Wynstone Golf Club plays to 7,162 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,201 to 7,162 yards.
What is the slope rating at Wynstone Golf Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Wynstone Golf Club have a slope rating of 147 and a course rating of 75.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Wynstone Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Wynstone Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Wynstone Golf Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.wynstone.org/ or call 847-304-2810 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Wynstone Golf Club offer?expand_more
Wynstone Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Wynstone Golf Club located?expand_more
Wynstone Golf Club is located at One Wynstone Dr in North Barrington, IL 60010. You can reach them at 847-304-2810.
What is the difficulty level at Wynstone Golf Club?expand_more
Wynstone Golf 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 Wynstone Golf Club?expand_more
Wynstone Golf Club offers 10 tee sets. Black tees (7,162 yards, slope 147) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,201 yards, slope 134) 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 Wynstone Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Wynstone Golf Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,201 yards with a slope of 134. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Wynstone Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the S/B Combo tees (slope 135, rating 70.9) at Wynstone Golf Club would have a course handicap of 17 and an expected score of approximately 89. 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 Wynstone Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Wynstone Golf 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.