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4.3
169 Reviews (169)
5 Stars
82
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
5
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.7
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.0
95.7%
Recommend this course
160 out of 169 reviews
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4.2
9 Reviews (9)
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
5
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0
1 Stars
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Conditions
4.2
Value
4.4
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.7
100.0%
Recommend this course
9 out of 9 reviews
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4.2
34 Reviews (34)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
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Conditions
3.9
Value
4.6
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.8
94.1%
Recommend this course
32 out of 34 reviews
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About

Holes 9
Type Public
Par 27
Length 1163 yards
Slope N/A
Rating N/A

Ever since opening in the mid '90s, Arlington Heights Golf Club has been considered one of the best par-3 golf courses in Chicagoland. It is certainly one of the most unique with three holes that feature vertical-drop tee shots and two holes with uphill tee shots to the green. Although this nine-hole course is only 1,163 yards the large bentgrass tees and greens provide the feel of a full-length course. The layout has nearly 30 bunkers strategically placed throughout and water comes into play on two holes. From the elevated tees you can enjoy a panoramic view of the area, including stunning vistas of the Chicago skyline. Whether you're a beginner looking to get some practice or a scratch golfer who wants to get in a quick round, Arlington Heights Golf Club is a fun and challenging option.

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Course Details

Year Built 1995
Fairways Blue
Greens Bent
Golf Season Open: 4/01 Closed: 11/01
Architect Steven Halberg

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - $8
Clubs Yes
Pull-carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Snacks

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Locker Rooms

Reviews

4.3
169 Reviews (169)

What Golfers Are Saying

Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 7
Bunkers 6
Water Hazards 6
This course/club is great for:
9-Hole Rounds 11
Beginners 10
Locals 9
This Course's Location is:
In the 'Burbs 6

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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Great but sandy

Course was a lot of fun to play & was beautiful! Only comment was several of the greens were incredibly sandy. Really made putting hard.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing

Very nice

Enjoyed the round the course and the lay out. Will play again very soon.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Always a fun time!

The greens are in great shape and for someone looking to learn the game to someone practicing wedges, this is a great course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 42
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

“Honey, I shrunk the golf course!” Great fun with history!

What do you get when you have an outstanding executive course - that looks like a full sized one, with memories of Walter Payton running the hills behind you? Nickol Knoll Golf Course!

I love I for short game practice and the scenery. My wife loves it because it’s fun for her to learn golf on . I just need to get a fairly regular round for us each weekend on the books!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Hot weather
Walked

Great shape

Course is hilly and the greens are fast and undulated.
Very challenging for a par three course. If only I didn't suck the day would have been great.

Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 18
Skill Advanced
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Walked
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Nice place

Great for the short game; fun elevation changes made it a little more challenging also great to bring your kids

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Fun times 2020

Nice little challenging par 3 course. Second time we played and had a great time. Man in front of us holding everyone up. Standing on green, marking score time, looking in water to find balls, was standing at the for over 5 minutes talking.
Other than that, would return again!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
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