Quail Creek Golf Course
Course at a glance
Quail Creek Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Sappington, Illinois. From the Black tees, Quail Creek Golf Course plays to 6,612 yards at par 72. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 5,251 to 6,612 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 135 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 75% 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. Tee times at Quail Creek Golf Course are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Quail Creek Golf Course
Quail Creek Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Sappington, Illinois.. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,612 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 72.6.
Walking is permitted.
Quail Creek Golf Course offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 137, 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 5,251 to 6,612 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
6,612
Slope
135
Rating
72.6
Course Difficulty Analysis
137
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 | 135 | 72.6 | 316 | 275 | 503 | 343 | 198 | 502 | 423 | 423 | 168 | 3151 | 556 | 396 | 204 | 386 | 458 | 374 | 491 | 412 | 184 | 3461 | 6,612 |
BlueWomen's | 137 | 76.2 | 303 | 254 | 489 | 330 | 187 | 493 | 406 | 390 | 134 | 2986 | 522 | 374 | 162 | 370 | 394 | 350 | 474 | 397 | 153 | 3196 | 6,182 |
BlueMen's | 130 | 70.5 | 303 | 254 | 489 | 330 | 187 | 493 | 406 | 390 | 134 | 2986 | 522 | 374 | 162 | 370 | 394 | 350 | 474 | 397 | 153 | 3196 | 6,182 |
YellowWomen's | 131 | 73.2 | 268 | 239 | 475 | 319 | 147 | 464 | 363 | 372 | 122 | 2769 | 482 | 324 | 128 | 335 | 343 | 314 | 465 | 354 | 130 | 2875 | 5,644 |
YellowMen's | 124 | 68.1 | 268 | 239 | 475 | 319 | 147 | 464 | 363 | 372 | 122 | 2769 | 482 | 324 | 128 | 335 | 343 | 314 | 465 | 354 | 130 | 2875 | 5,644 |
GreyWomen's | 126 | 70.8 | 268 | 239 | 391 | 319 | 113 | 464 | 341 | 312 | 101 | 2548 | 409 | 324 | 115 | 327 | 328 | 314 | 428 | 338 | 120 | 2703 | 5,251 |
GreyMen's | 118 | 66.4 | 268 | 239 | 391 | 319 | 113 | 464 | 341 | 312 | 101 | 2548 | 409 | 324 | 115 | 327 | 328 | 314 | 428 | 338 | 120 | 2703 | 5,251 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 15 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 17 | 6 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 18 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Quail Creek 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,612 | 135 | 72.6 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,182 | 137 | 76.2 | 12-22 |
Blue | 6,182 | 130 | 70.5 | 12-22 |
Yellow | 5,644 | 131 | 73.2 | 20-30 |
Yellow | 5,644 | 124 | 68.1 | 20-30 |
Grey | 5,251 | 126 | 70.8 | 20-30 |
Grey | 5,251 | 118 | 66.4 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Quail Creek Golf Course
Quail Creek Golf Course features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Quail Creek 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 Quail Creek Golf Course a public or private golf course?
Quail Creek Golf Course is a public golf course located in Sappington, IL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Quail Creek Golf Course have?
Quail Creek Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Quail Creek Golf Course?
From the Black tees, Quail Creek Golf Course plays to 6,612 yards (par 72). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 5,251 to 6,612 yards.
What is the slope rating at Quail Creek Golf Course?
The Black tees at Quail Creek Golf Course have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 72.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Quail Creek Golf Course?
Yes, walking is allowed at Quail Creek Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Quail Creek Golf Course?
Visit the official course website at https://www.quailcreekgolfclub.com/ to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Quail Creek Golf Course offer?
Quail Creek Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Quail Creek Golf Course located?
Quail Creek Golf Course is located in Sappington, IL.
What is the difficulty level at Quail Creek Golf Course?
Quail Creek Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 75% 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 Quail Creek Golf Course?
Quail Creek Golf Course offers 7 tee sets. Black tees (6,612 yards, slope 135) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Grey tees (5,251 yards, slope 118) 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 Quail Creek Golf Course?
Beginners at Quail Creek Golf Course should play the Grey tees, which play 5,251 yards with a slope of 118. 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 Quail Creek Golf Course?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Yellow tees (slope 131, rating 73.2) at Quail Creek Golf Course 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 Quail Creek Golf Course?
A typical round at Quail Creek 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.