Short Hills Country Club
Course at a glance
Short Hills Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in East Moline, Illinois (61244). The course was designed by Ted Locke and opened in 1967. From the BLUE tees, Short Hills Country Club plays to 6,702 yards at par 72. The course offers 8 sets of tees ranging from 5,273 to 6,702 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 72.6, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 85% 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 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Short Hills Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Short Hills Country Club
Short Hills Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in East Moline, Illinois (61244). The course was designed by Ted Locke and established in 1967. From the BLUE tees, the course plays to 6,702 yards with a par of 72. The BLUE tees carry a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 72.6.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 140, Short Hills Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in Illinois, playing harder than 85% 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 8 tee sets ranging from 5,273 to 6,702 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
6,702
Slope
138
Rating
72.6
Course Difficulty Analysis
140
This Course
130
IL Average
113
US Average
Based on 427 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE | 138 | 72.6 | 340 | 445 | 428 | 558 | 171 | 416 | 202 | 406 | 584 | 3550 | 426 | 167 | 338 | 499 | 127 | 267 | 371 | 510 | 447 | 3152 | 6,702 |
BLUE/WHITE | 132 | 70.7 | 340 | 414 | 388 | 558 | 171 | 393 | 170 | 375 | 516 | 3325 | 400 | 167 | 338 | 499 | 127 | 267 | 371 | 499 | 388 | 3056 | 6,381 |
WHITEWomen's | 140 | 76.8 | 317 | 414 | 388 | 523 | 140 | 393 | 170 | 375 | 516 | 3236 | 400 | 141 | 301 | 471 | 111 | 259 | 341 | 499 | 388 | 2911 | 6,147 |
WHITEMen's | 124 | 69.7 | 317 | 414 | 388 | 523 | 140 | 393 | 170 | 375 | 516 | 3236 | 400 | 141 | 301 | 471 | 111 | 259 | 341 | 499 | 388 | 2911 | 6,147 |
WHITE/GOLDWomen's | 130 | 73.6 | 317 | 335 | 345 | 478 | 140 | 311 | 170 | 375 | 466 | 2937 | 348 | 141 | 301 | 420 | 111 | 259 | 341 | 469 | 311 | 2701 | 5,638 |
WHITE/GOLDMen's | 121 | 67.5 | 317 | 335 | 345 | 478 | 140 | 311 | 170 | 375 | 466 | 2937 | 348 | 141 | 301 | 420 | 111 | 259 | 341 | 469 | 311 | 2701 | 5,638 |
GOLDWomen's | 125 | 71.2 | 300 | 335 | 345 | 478 | 107 | 311 | 123 | 252 | 466 | 2717 | 348 | 125 | 271 | 420 | 102 | 231 | 279 | 469 | 311 | 2556 | 5,273 |
GOLDMen's | 114 | 66.1 | 300 | 335 | 345 | 478 | 107 | 311 | 123 | 252 | 466 | 2717 | 348 | 125 | 271 | 420 | 102 | 231 | 279 | 469 | 311 | 2556 | 5,273 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 15 | 1 | 7 | 11 | 17 | 5 | 13 | 3 | 9 | 2 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Short Hills Country Club offers 8 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 | 6,702 | 138 | 72.6 | 0-5 |
BLUE/WHITE | 6,381 | 132 | 70.7 | 5-15 |
WHITE | 6,147 | 140 | 76.8 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 6,147 | 124 | 69.7 | 12-22 |
WHITE/GOLD | 5,638 | 130 | 73.6 | 20-30 |
WHITE/GOLD | 5,638 | 121 | 67.5 | 20-30 |
GOLD | 5,273 | 125 | 71.2 | 20-30 |
GOLD | 5,273 | 114 | 66.1 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Short Hills Country Club
Short Hills 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 Short Hills 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 Short Hills Country Club a public or private golf course?
Short Hills Country Club is a public golf course located in East Moline, IL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Short Hills Country Club have?
Short Hills Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1967. The course was designed by Ted Locke.
What is the yardage at Short Hills Country Club?
From the BLUE/WHITE tees, Short Hills Country Club plays to 6,381 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,273 to 6,702 yards.
What is the slope rating at Short Hills Country Club?
The BLUE tees at Short Hills Country Club have a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 72.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Short Hills Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Short Hills Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Short Hills Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.shorthillscc.com/ or call 309-755-1044 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Short Hills Country Club offer?
Short Hills Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Short Hills Country Club located?
Short Hills Country Club is located at 2500 11th St in East Moline, IL 61244. You can reach them at 309-755-1044.
What is the difficulty level at Short Hills Country Club?
Short Hills Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 140. It plays harder than 85% 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 Short Hills Country Club?
Short Hills Country Club offers 8 tee sets. BLUE tees (6,702 yards, slope 138) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. GOLD tees (5,273 yards, slope 114) 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 Short Hills Country Club?
Beginners at Short Hills Country Club should play the GOLD tees, which play 5,273 yards with a slope of 114. 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 Short Hills Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the WHITE/GOLD tees (slope 130, rating 73.6) at Short Hills Country Club has a course handicap of 19, 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 Short Hills Country Club?
A typical round at Short Hills 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.