Top Golf Courses in Southwest Illinois
If you've been itching to give your clubs the first swing of spring, you'll want to check out our courses, most of which are extremely affordable, and all are downright fun!
Dreaming of blades of luscious green grass blanketing the fairways? Pinch yourself because the grass is greener on golf courses throughout the six county Great Rivers & Routes region.
Hit the greens early and spend a couple of days teeing off at the courses along the Great Rivers & routes Golf Trail, featuring some of the best courses in the area. Enjoy the 19th hole with live entertainment, casino gaming and nightlife that is legendary throughout southwest Illinois!
Best Public Golf Courses in Southwest Illinois
9-Hole Courses
Shoal Creek Golf Course
Par 35 | 3,172 Yards | 110 Slope
505 N. West St., Raymond
Call (217) 229-4545 to book your tee time
Any day of the week, from 7 AM to dusk, enjoy a round of 9-holes of golf on the links at Shoal Creek Golf Course. In addition to their greens, their Pro Shop on site gives you the opportunity to buy accessories and some golfing equipment. Find community with their Men's League and Women's League that meet on a regular schedule, which are just two of the many events held on the grounds of the golf course.
Litchfield Country Club
Par 35 | 2,982 Yards | 113 Slope
105 Old Quarry Trail, Litchfield
Book your tee time online
The Litchfield Country Club is a well-maintained members' club that offers public golf opportunities. Book a tee time and walk the stunning grounds, and if you're feeling confident, consider competing in their golfing tournaments.
Rock Spring Golf Course
Par 35 | 3,015 Yards | 117 Slope
1 Rock Spring Park, Alton
Book your tee time online
With tight tree-lined fairways, this 9-hole course, known for its scenic beauty, is perfect for beginning and intermediate golfers alike. Not to mention that Rock Spring's record-breaking event, the Alton Gold Medal Tourney, which is the longest-running medal play tourney in the St. Louis area, perfectly showcases the competitive greens and challenging holes.
On the Hill Golf Course & Lounge
Par 35 | 2,652 Yards | 110 Slope
58 S. State Route 157, Edwardsville
Call (618) 656-9774 to book your tee time
Grab your clubs and your friends and head over to this 9-hole course for a quick game of golf. Located at Legion Park near downtown Edwardsville, this 50-acre course is open for play seven days a week.
Terry Park Golf Course
Par 35 | 2,814 Yards | 100 Slope
30565 Terry Park Rd., Palmyra
Call (217) 436-2531 to book your tee time
Designed by Freeman Barber, the course has a 33.2 rating and a slope rating of 100. The 9-hole course is 2,814 yards of golf enjoyment. The golf course is a little bit of Illinois history, opening nearly 100 years ago in 1929. The long-standing golf course is a staple of the golfing scene in Palmyra and gives you the chance to walk on a storied greens.
18-Hole Courses
Cloverleaf Golf Course
Par 70 | 5,801 Yards | 119 Slope
3555 Fosterburg Road, Alton
Book your tee time online
As one of the oldest family-owned and operated 18-hole courses in the St. Louis area, golfers can expect a leisurely round at an affordable price! This is a great course for those looking for kid-friendly and family-friendly greens that welcome players of all ages and skill levels.
Lockhaven Golf Club
Par 72 | 6,696 Yards | 134 Slope
10872 Lawrence Keller Drive, Godfrey
Book your tee time online
Lockhaven Golf Club is a professionally designed 18-hole, 72-par public course located on the bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River and the meeting of the Great Rivers National Scenic Byway. The professional links feature tree-lined courses and riverfront views that act as an impressive backdrop for your swings.
Spencer T. Olin Golf Course
Par 72 | 6,963 Yards | 135 Slope
4701 College Ave., Alton
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Built on rolling hills with scenic views of the countryside, this championship 18-hole Arnold Palmer-designed and managed course hosted the 1999 USGA Public Links Championship and has been rated the #1 course in the St. Louis area. It offers a challenge to even the most experienced golfer.
The Woodlands Golf Club
Par 71 | 6,423 Yards | 125 Slope
2839 Harris Lane, Alton
Book your tee time online
Considered to be one of the best courses in Alton, water hazards come into play on fourteen of the eighteen holes, making this course a challenge to players of all skill levels. Test your swings and plan some friendly competition by turning a day on the greens into a guys' day.
Rolling Hills Golf Club
Par 71 | 5,765 Yards | 110 Slope
5801 Pierce Lane, Godfrey
Book your tee time online
This affordable course, built on rolling terrain with lakes, offers a challenge to golfers of all levels of experience and a choice of both a 9 and 18-hole course. The family-owned and operated grounds are well-manicured and welcoming, encouraging all golfers to play a game (or two).
Gateway National Golf Links
Par 71 | 7,178 Yards | 127 Slope
18 Golf Dr., Madison
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Lush greens, idyllic lakes, and stone bridges give this course the look and feel of the Scottish Highlands. But it's only minutes from downtown St. Louis! This course features bent-grass fairways and scenic views of St. Louis and the American Bottoms.
Arlington Greens Golf Course
Par 72 | 6,907 Yards | 125 Slope
200 Arlington Dr., Granite City
Book your tee time online
Located on the edge of Collinsville, Arlington Greens Golf Course features rolling greens of Bermuda grass and challenging holes. Test your luck and prove your skill with a swing on their 18-hole course.
Belk Park
Par 72 | 6,861 Yards | 121 Slope
880 Belk Park Road, Wood River
Book your tee time online
Recognized as one of the best courses in the St. Louis area and the winner of Golf Digest's "Best Places to Play" award, this 18-hole championship course is known for hole #16, requiring two separate shots over water before reaching the green.
Indian Springs Golf Club
Par 70 | 6,264 Yards | 122 Slope
21347 Illinois Route 185, Fillmore
Book your tee time online
Nestled in beautifully landscaped terrain, this professionally designed 18-hole championship course offers something for every skill level. The seasoned golfer will enjoy the various challenges presented throughout the course while the casual golfer can take in the scenic surroundings and enjoy a relaxing round of play.
Wolves Crossing
Par 70 | 1,800 Yards | 110 Slope
23745 N. Centennial Rd., Jerseyville
Call (618) 498-3178 to book your tee time
Open year-round for golfers of all skill levels, the front nine holes of this course typically play straightaway with the back nine presenting more challenge when water comes into play.
27-Hole Courses
Oak Brook Golf Club
Par 71 | 6,231 Yards | 118 Slope
9157 Fruit Rd., Edwardsville
Book your tee time online
Enjoy a quality golf experience at this public 27-hole course. Located just northeast of Edwardsville, Outstanding PGA pros, a friendly staff, and affordable rates are waiting.
Best Private Golf Courses in Southwest Illinois
9-Hole Courses
Hillsboro Country Club
Par 26 | 3,467 Yards | 128 Slope
705 City Lake Rd, Hillsboro
Call (217) 532-2045 to book your tee time
Where else can you spend a day playing golf for $25? This 9-hole course offers unlimited all-day golfing in rural Hillsboro. Its view of Lake Hillsboro makes for a serene and calming backdrop to the well-kept greens of the semi-private country club.
18-Hole Courses
Sunset Hills Country Club
Par 72 | 6,642 Yards | 134 Slope
2525 S. State Route 157, Edwardsville
Book your tee time online
Take a swing at this course located on 170 acres with loads of trees, grasses, flowers and a butterfly garden. Stepping onto their links feels more like entering a secluded garden than the country club's stretching 18-hole course.
FIND YOUR COURSES BASED ON LOCATION
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Get Directions (618) 462-3022
The oldest family owned and operated 18 hole golf course in the St.Louis metropolitan area. Spend the day at a very family friendly facility that is challenging and fun for all ages…
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Get Directions (618) 465-9898
The City of Alton is waiting on the agreement with a new management company to be approved by the City Council. They expect the course to be open sometime in late spring…
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Get Directions (618) 465-3111
Spencer T. Olin Golf Course Promo VideoSpencer T. Olin is proud to be the St. Louis area's only Arnold Palmer designed facility. Scenic views are the centerpiece of this 18-hole golf championship…
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Get Directions (618) 462-1456
The Woodlands Golf Course is a “must play” for anyone golfing in the area. Designed around a winding creek and elevation changes, The Woodlands is known as a “shot-makers” paradise. Enjoy breathtaking…
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Get Directions (618) 466-2441
Enjoy a scenic round of golf at Lockhaven Golf Club, which is open to the public. This premier 18-hole, 72 par golf course is located just off the Great River Road between…
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Get Directions (618) 466-8363
Get back to nature and enjoy a round of golf in the serene setting which is Rolling Hills Golf Course. Fairways are nestled among lakes and trees and along the rolling hills…
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Get Directions (618) 656-9774
Grab your clubs, gather your friends, and enjoy a great golf outing at On The Hill Golf Course at Legion Park near downtown Edwardsville. Laid out on 50 acres of beautiful rolling…
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Get Directions (618) 656-9380
The Sunset Hills Country Club is one of the most scenic golf courses in the region with over 170 acres of trees, grasses, flowers, and a butterfly garden. Founded in 1924, it…
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Get Directions (618) 656-5600
Located northeast of Edwardsville, Oak Brook Golf Club is a 27-hole public golf facility offering a quality golf experience at an affordable rate. The club is known for its friendly staff and…
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Get Directions (618) 482-4653
Enjoy golf as it was meant to be played at this stunning, links-style course in the perfect location just minutes from downtown St. Louis. Gateway National offers golfers the rare opportunity to…
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Get Directions (618) 931-5232
Arlington Greens Golf Course consists of an 18 hole, par 72 facility with a length of approximately 7,200 yards. The course rating is 72.4 and hase a slope rating of 125. The…
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Get Directions (618) 498-3178
Wolves Crossing features open, rolling landscapes with manageable length and plenty of open space. Located just 15 minutes north of Alton, Wolves Crossing is an excellent choice for golf outings, tournaments, company…
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Get Directions (217) 324-4115
Litchfield Country Club is a member club that is home to a very well maintained 9-hole golf course, clubhouse including bar and restaurant, and a wonderful swimming pool. The clubhouse can be…
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Get Directions (217) 538-2392
Nestled in beautifully landscaped terrain, Indian Springs Golf Course is an 18-hole championship course that offers something for every skill level. The seasoned golfer will enjoy the various degrees of challenge presented…
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Get Directions (217) 229-4545
Shoal Creek Golf Course is a public, 9 hole golf course. Carts are available. Stop in at the Pro Shop for golf equipment and accessories.
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Get Directions (217) 436-2531
Designed by Freeman Barber, the Terry Park Golf Course rating is 33.2 and has a slope rating of 100. This 9-hole course features 2,814 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 35.
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Get Directions (618) 251-3115
Belk Park is made up of 18-hole golf course, present facilities include a beautiful new Clubhouse with banquet room and pro shop, driving range, a lake with fishing, picnic areas, ball field…
Make it a golf-cation in the Great Rivers & Routes region. Pair your play with one of these great overnight deals.
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Cloverleaf Golf Course3555 Fosterburg Road
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Spencer T. Olin Golf Course4701 College Ave.
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The Woodlands Golf Course & Banquet Facility2839 Harris Lane
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Oak Brook Golf Club9157 Fruit Rd.
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Gateway National Golf Links18 Golf Dr.
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Arlington Greens Golf Course200 Arlington Dr.
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Wolves Crossing Golf Club23745 N. Centennial Rd.
Jerseyville, Illinois 62052
Litchfield Country Club105 Old Quarry Trail
Litchfield, Illinois 62056
Indian Springs Golf Club21347 Illinois Route 185
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Hillsboro Country Club705 City Lake Rd
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Shoal Creek Golf Course505 N. West St.
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Terry Park Golf Course30565 Terry Park Rd.
Palmyra, Illinois 62674