Piper Glen Golf Course
Course at a glance
Piper Glen Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Chatham, Illinois (62711). The course was designed by Bob Lohmann and opened in 1996. From the Gold tees, Piper Glen Golf Course plays to 6,985 yards at par 72. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 5,138 to 6,985 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 73.9, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 61% 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. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Piper Glen Golf Course.
About Piper Glen Golf Course
Piper Glen Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Chatham, Illinois (62711). The course was designed by Bob Lohmann and established in 1996. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 6,985 yards with a par of 72. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 73.9.
Walking is permitted.
Piper Glen Golf Course offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 134, 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 7 tee sets ranging from 5,138 to 6,985 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
6,985
Slope
134
Rating
73.9
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
134
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 | 134 | 73.9 | 406 | 545 | 454 | 171 | 381 | 394 | 396 | 190 | 517 | 3454 | 431 | 557 | 154 | 391 | 456 | 202 | 536 | 392 | 412 | 3531 | 6,985 |
Blue | 130 | 72.2 | 373 | 524 | 431 | 162 | 358 | 370 | 374 | 172 | 493 | 3257 | 410 | 542 | 140 | 376 | 442 | 181 | 512 | 362 | 390 | 3355 | 6,612 |
WhiteWomen's | 131 | 75.1 | 352 | 496 | 408 | 147 | 332 | 328 | 354 | 145 | 466 | 3028 | 385 | 480 | 122 | 352 | 396 | 170 | 490 | 330 | 371 | 3096 | 6,124 |
WhiteMen's | 124 | 69.8 | 352 | 496 | 408 | 147 | 332 | 328 | 354 | 145 | 466 | 3028 | 385 | 480 | 122 | 352 | 396 | 170 | 490 | 330 | 371 | 3096 | 6,124 |
GreenWomen's | 123 | 71.2 | 350 | 400 | 325 | 127 | 325 | 320 | 340 | 130 | 407 | 2724 | 380 | 470 | 114 | 285 | 335 | 160 | 426 | 280 | 254 | 2704 | 5,428 |
GreenMen's | 116 | 66.6 | 350 | 400 | 325 | 127 | 325 | 320 | 340 | 130 | 407 | 2724 | 380 | 470 | 114 | 285 | 335 | 160 | 426 | 280 | 254 | 2704 | 5,428 |
Red | 120 | 69.6 | 286 | 396 | 320 | 125 | 306 | 299 | 286 | 124 | 405 | 2547 | 360 | 428 | 106 | 280 | 331 | 144 | 421 | 271 | 250 | 2591 | 5,138 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 15 | 5 | 3 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 12 | 6 | 16 | 14 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Piper Glen Golf Course offers 7 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 | 6,985 | 134 | 73.9 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,612 | 130 | 72.2 | 5-15 |
White | 6,124 | 131 | 75.1 | 12-22 |
White | 6,124 | 124 | 69.8 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,428 | 123 | 71.2 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,428 | 116 | 66.6 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,138 | 120 | 69.6 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Piper Glen Golf Course
Piper Glen Golf Course 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 Piper Glen Golf Course. 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 Piper Glen Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Piper Glen Golf Course is a public golf course located in Chatham, IL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Piper Glen Golf Course have?expand_more
Piper Glen Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1996. The course was designed by Bob Lohmann.
What is the yardage at Piper Glen Golf Course?expand_more
From the White tees, Piper Glen Golf Course plays to 6,124 yards (par 72). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 5,138 to 6,985 yards.
What is the slope rating at Piper Glen Golf Course?expand_more
The Gold tees at Piper Glen Golf Course have a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 73.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Piper Glen Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Piper Glen Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Piper Glen Golf Course?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.piperglen.com/ or call +1-217-483-6537 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Piper Glen Golf Course offer?expand_more
Piper Glen Golf Course offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Piper Glen Golf Course located?expand_more
Piper Glen Golf Course is located at 7112 Piper Glen Drive in Chatham, IL 62711. You can reach them at +1-217-483-6537.
What is the difficulty level at Piper Glen Golf Course?expand_more
Piper Glen Golf Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 134. It plays harder than 61% 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 Piper Glen Golf Course?expand_more
Piper Glen Golf Course offers 7 tee sets. Gold tees (6,985 yards, slope 134) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,138 yards, slope 120) 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 Piper Glen Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Piper Glen Golf Course should play the Red tees, which play 5,138 yards with a slope of 120. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Piper Glen Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 124, rating 69.8) at Piper Glen Golf Course would have a course handicap of 14 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 Piper Glen Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Piper Glen Golf Course 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.