The Grove Country Club
About The Grove Country Club
The Grove Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Long Grove, Illinois.. From the Purple tees, the course plays to 7,032 yards with a par of 72. The Purple tees carry a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 74.5.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 138, The Grove Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in Illinois, playing harder than 80% of 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 6 tee sets ranging from 5,639 to 7,032 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
7,032
Slope
138
Rating
74.5
Course Difficulty Analysis
138
This Course
130
IL Average
113
US Average
Based on 442 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Purple | 138 | 74.5 | 445 | 546 | 408 | 153 | 378 | 529 | 418 | 208 | 424 | 3509 | 421 | 194 | 398 | 556 | 378 | 525 | 427 | 168 | 456 | 3523 | 7,032 |
White | 135 | 73.1 | 428 | 530 | 387 | 142 | 365 | 513 | 404 | 194 | 406 | 3369 | 413 | 159 | 379 | 540 | 360 | 509 | 410 | 154 | 442 | 3366 | 6,735 |
Silver | 132 | 71.7 | 415 | 513 | 374 | 130 | 355 | 502 | 394 | 177 | 394 | 3254 | 392 | 148 | 368 | 488 | 341 | 486 | 387 | 142 | 423 | 3175 | 6,429 |
Silver/Gold | 136 | 75.1 | 415 | 513 | 323 | 130 | 355 | 447 | 356 | 177 | 328 | 3044 | 350 | 148 | 368 | 448 | 341 | 486 | 320 | 142 | 347 | 2950 | 5,994 |
Silver/Gold | 127 | 69.7 | 415 | 513 | 323 | 130 | 355 | 447 | 356 | 177 | 328 | 3044 | 350 | 148 | 368 | 448 | 341 | 486 | 320 | 142 | 347 | 2950 | 5,994 |
Gold | 132 | 73.1 | 358 | 448 | 323 | 115 | 325 | 447 | 356 | 138 | 328 | 2838 | 350 | 110 | 351 | 448 | 300 | 436 | 344 | 115 | 347 | 2801 | 5,639 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 5 | 9 | 15 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 10 | 18 | 14 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 16 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Grove Country Club offers 6 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purple | 7,032 | 138 | 74.5 | 0-5 |
White | 6,735 | 135 | 73.1 | 0-5 |
Silver | 6,429 | 132 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
Silver/Gold | 5,994 | 136 | 75.1 | 12-22 |
Silver/Gold | 5,994 | 127 | 69.7 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,639 | 132 | 73.1 | 20-30 |
Amenities at The Grove Country Club
The Grove Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for The Grove 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 The Grove Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
The Grove Country Club is a public golf course located in Long Grove, IL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does The Grove Country Club have?expand_more
The Grove Country Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at The Grove Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, The Grove Country Club plays to 6,735 yards (par 72). The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,639 to 7,032 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Grove Country Club?expand_more
The Purple tees at The Grove Country Club have a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 74.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Grove Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at The Grove Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Grove Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at The Grove Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does The Grove Country Club offer?expand_more
The Grove Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is The Grove Country Club located?expand_more
The Grove Country Club is located in Long Grove, IL.
What is the difficulty level at The Grove Country Club?expand_more
The Grove Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 80% 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 The Grove Country Club?expand_more
The Grove Country Club offers 6 tee sets. Purple tees (7,032 yards, slope 138) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Gold tees (5,639 yards, slope 132) 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 The Grove Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at The Grove Country Club should play the Gold tees, which play 5,639 yards with a slope of 132. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at The Grove Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Silver/Gold tees (slope 136, rating 75.1) at The Grove Country Club would have a course handicap of 20 and an expected score of approximately 93. 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 The Grove Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at The Grove 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.