Lake Forest Country Club
About Lake Forest Country Club
Lake Forest Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Hudson, Ohio (44236). The course was designed by Herbert Strong and established in 1931. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,968 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 74.2.
Walking is permitted.
Lake Forest Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 132, putting it in the upper half of courses in Ohio for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,241 to 6,968 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 Ohio 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
6,968
Slope
132
Rating
74.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
132
This Course
128
OH Average
113
US Average
Based on 362 rated courses in Ohio
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 | 132 | 74.2 | 495 | 443 | 236 | 454 | 407 | 142 | 356 | 518 | 417 | 3468 | 338 | 437 | 402 | 214 | 500 | 414 | 401 | 579 | 215 | 3500 | 6,968 |
Blue/White | 131 | 73.0 | 495 | 431 | 209 | 454 | 407 | 142 | 344 | 498 | 365 | 3345 | 338 | 437 | 402 | 165 | 492 | 414 | 389 | 579 | 185 | 3401 | 6,746 |
White | 129 | 71.7 | 474 | 431 | 209 | 394 | 395 | 127 | 344 | 498 | 365 | 3237 | 320 | 403 | 378 | 165 | 492 | 370 | 389 | 565 | 185 | 3267 | 6,504 |
White/Yellow | 129 | 75.1 | 465 | 330 | 174 | 380 | 335 | 127 | 344 | 498 | 365 | 3018 | 311 | 337 | 365 | 165 | 492 | 370 | 389 | 523 | 139 | 3091 | 6,109 |
White/Yellow | 125 | 69.2 | 465 | 330 | 174 | 380 | 335 | 127 | 344 | 498 | 365 | 3018 | 311 | 337 | 365 | 165 | 492 | 370 | 389 | 523 | 139 | 3091 | 6,109 |
NOGA Tournament Tee | 124 | 67.7 | 465 | 330 | 174 | 376 | 335 | 127 | 333 | 498 | 331 | 2969 | 311 | 337 | 337 | 153 | 429 | 350 | 340 | 423 | 139 | 2819 | 5,788 |
Red | 124 | 72.4 | 444 | 330 | 174 | 376 | 284 | 120 | 333 | 386 | 331 | 2778 | 271 | 337 | 337 | 153 | 429 | 350 | 340 | 423 | 139 | 2779 | 5,557 |
Red Men | 120 | 66.9 | 444 | 330 | 174 | 376 | 284 | 120 | 333 | 386 | 331 | 2778 | 271 | 337 | 337 | 153 | 429 | 350 | 340 | 423 | 139 | 2779 | 5,557 |
Red/Green | 119 | 70.5 | 370 | 330 | 174 | 266 | 284 | 120 | 333 | 319 | 266 | 2462 | 271 | 337 | 337 | 153 | 429 | 350 | 340 | 423 | 139 | 2779 | 5,241 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 9 | 17 | 11 | 5 | 7 | 12 | 6 | 16 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 8 | 14 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Lake Forest Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,968 | 132 | 74.2 | 0-5 |
Blue/White | 6,746 | 131 | 73.0 | 0-5 |
White | 6,504 | 129 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
White/Yellow | 6,109 | 129 | 75.1 | 12-22 |
White/Yellow | 6,109 | 125 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
NOGA Tournament Tee | 5,788 | 124 | 67.7 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,557 | 124 | 72.4 | 20-30 |
Red Men | 5,557 | 120 | 66.9 | 20-30 |
Red/Green | 5,241 | 119 | 70.5 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Lake Forest Country Club
Lake Forest Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Lake Forest Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lake Forest Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Lake Forest Country Club is a public golf course located in Hudson, OH. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Lake Forest Country Club have?expand_more
Lake Forest Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1931. The course was designed by Herbert Strong.
What is the yardage at Lake Forest Country Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White tees, Lake Forest Country Club plays to 6,746 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,241 to 6,968 yards.
What is the slope rating at Lake Forest Country Club?expand_more
The Blue tees at Lake Forest Country Club have a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 74.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Lake Forest Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Lake Forest Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Lake Forest Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Lake Forest Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Lake Forest Country Club offer?expand_more
Lake Forest Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Lake Forest Country Club located?expand_more
Lake Forest Country Club is located at 100 Lake Forest Dr in Hudson, OH 44236. You can reach them at 330-656-3804.
What is the difficulty level at Lake Forest Country Club?expand_more
Lake Forest Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 132. It plays harder than 66% of golf courses in Ohio. The average slope rating in Ohio is 128. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Lake Forest Country Club?expand_more
Lake Forest Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Blue tees (6,968 yards, slope 132) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red/Green tees (5,241 yards, slope 119) 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 Lake Forest Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Lake Forest Country Club should play the Red/Green tees, which play 5,241 yards with a slope of 119. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Lake Forest Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White/Yellow tees (slope 125, rating 69.2) at Lake Forest Country Club would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 86. This is calculated using the USGA 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 Lake Forest Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Lake Forest 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.