Forest Hills Country Club
About Forest Hills Country Club
Forest Hills Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Loves Park, Illinois (61114). The course was designed by Charles Maddox and established in 1976. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,816 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 73.7.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 142, Forest Hills Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in Illinois, playing harder than 92% 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 9 tee sets ranging from 5,292 to 6,816 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
6,816
Slope
142
Rating
73.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
142
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 142 | 73.7 | 393 | 345 | 415 | 168 | 345 | 489 | 392 | 202 | 601 | 3350 | 357 | 180 | 540 | 435 | 539 | 374 | 219 | 392 | 430 | 3466 | 6,816 |
Blue | 140 | 72.9 | 393 | 335 | 383 | 168 | 320 | 489 | 392 | 202 | 574 | 3256 | 357 | 180 | 524 | 396 | 539 | 374 | 219 | 392 | 398 | 3379 | 6,635 |
Tournament | 137 | 71.8 | 333 | 309 | 369 | 168 | 320 | 486 | 392 | 161 | 564 | 3102 | 357 | 180 | 524 | 396 | 506 | 362 | 187 | 382 | 398 | 3292 | 6,394 |
White | 139 | 76.8 | 388 | 309 | 369 | 152 | 303 | 486 | 353 | 161 | 564 | 3085 | 301 | 149 | 505 | 370 | 506 | 362 | 187 | 382 | 368 | 3130 | 6,215 |
White | 135 | 71.0 | 388 | 309 | 369 | 152 | 303 | 486 | 353 | 161 | 564 | 3085 | 301 | 149 | 505 | 370 | 506 | 362 | 187 | 382 | 368 | 3130 | 6,215 |
Centennial | 131 | 69.2 | 303 | 309 | 369 | 152 | 303 | 476 | 310 | 161 | 470 | 2853 | 300 | 149 | 505 | 325 | 506 | 325 | 133 | 370 | 340 | 2953 | 5,806 |
Gold | 131 | 73.1 | 303 | 300 | 352 | 141 | 290 | 476 | 310 | 125 | 470 | 2767 | 300 | 135 | 425 | 325 | 430 | 325 | 133 | 370 | 340 | 2783 | 5,550 |
Gold | 128 | 68.0 | 303 | 300 | 352 | 141 | 290 | 476 | 310 | 125 | 470 | 2767 | 300 | 135 | 425 | 325 | 430 | 325 | 133 | 370 | 340 | 2783 | 5,550 |
Red | 128 | 71.7 | 296 | 285 | 340 | 132 | 209 | 425 | 310 | 124 | 462 | 2583 | 291 | 121 | 414 | 320 | 423 | 320 | 129 | 368 | 323 | 2709 | 5,292 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 13 | 17 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 6 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 4 | 2 | 14 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Forest Hills Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,816 | 142 | 73.7 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,635 | 140 | 72.9 | 5-15 |
Tournament | 6,394 | 137 | 71.8 | 5-15 |
White | 6,215 | 139 | 76.8 | 5-15 |
White | 6,215 | 135 | 71.0 | 5-15 |
Centennial | 5,806 | 131 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,550 | 131 | 73.1 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,550 | 128 | 68.0 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,292 | 128 | 71.7 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Forest Hills Country Club
Forest Hills Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Forest Hills Country Club is a public golf course located in Loves Park, IL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Forest Hills Country Club have?expand_more
Forest Hills Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1976. The course was designed by Charles Maddox.
What is the yardage at Forest Hills Country Club?expand_more
From the Tournament tees, Forest Hills Country Club plays to 6,394 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,292 to 6,816 yards.
What is the slope rating at Forest Hills Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Forest Hills Country Club have a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 73.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Forest Hills Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Forest Hills Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Forest Hills Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Forest Hills Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Forest Hills Country Club offer?expand_more
Forest Hills Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Forest Hills Country Club located?expand_more
Forest Hills Country Club is located at 5135 Forest Hills Rd in Loves Park, IL 61114. You can reach them at 815-877-4280.
What is the difficulty level at Forest Hills Country Club?expand_more
Forest Hills Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 142. It plays harder than 92% 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 Forest Hills Country Club?expand_more
Forest Hills Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Black tees (6,816 yards, slope 142) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,292 yards, slope 128) 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 Forest Hills Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Forest Hills Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,292 yards with a slope of 128. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Forest Hills Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 135, rating 71.0) at Forest Hills Country Club would have a course handicap of 17 and an expected score of approximately 89. 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 Forest Hills Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Forest Hills 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.