Buena Vista Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Dekalb, IL with a par of 64. It offers 2 tee sets: white (4,954 yards, slope 108, rating 63.8), gold (4,670 yards, slope 105, rating 62.6). The hardest hole is #3, a par 5 playing 510 yards from the first tee.
Buena Vista Golf Course
Dekalb, IL
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A short, straightforward par 4 with a wide fairway that gradually narrows as it approaches the green. Bunkers guard the right side of the green, rewarding accuracy on the approach shot.

A short par 3 playing to an elevated green protected by bunkers on both sides. The compact green demands a precise tee shot to avoid sand trouble.

Buena Vista's signature par 5, the #1 handicap hole features a dogleg right with water running along the entire right side. The fairway opens left, but the green is tightly bunkered, making this a three-shot test for most players.

A mid-length par 3 with bunkers framing both sides of the green. The relatively open fairway provides a clear view, but precision is required to find the center of the putting surface.

A demanding par 4 ranked #3 in difficulty, this hole features a sharp dogleg left with out-of-bounds lurking down the left side. The narrow landing area and well-bunkered green make this a serious scoring threat.

The shortest par 3 on the course plays downhill to a small, elevated green surrounded by bunkers. Despite its length, the tight green and surrounding hazards make it a tricky short iron.

A mid-length par 3 with bunkers left and right of the green, creating a narrow target. The elevated green and bunker placement require an accurate tee shot to avoid trouble.

A short par 3 with a relatively open green approach but bunkers guarding the back and sides. The compact green requires the tee shot to land softly to hold the surface.

A solid par 4 ranked #7 in handicap, playing straightaway with fairway bunkers in the driving zone. Bunkers also protect the green on both sides, making both the drive and approach critical shots.

A short and straightforward par 4 with a generous fairway that opens toward the green. Light bunkering and a relatively forgiving layout make this a good scoring opportunity.

A short par 3 playing uphill to a well-bunkered green, with hazards pinching the green on both sides. The elevated putting surface and sand traps demand an accurate tee shot.

The #2 handicap par 5, this dogleg right features water hazards along the entire right side and trees tightening the fairway corridor. The heavily bunkered green requires a precise approach for a reasonable birdie chance.

A mid-length par 3 protected by bunkers on both sides of the green with additional sand behind. The compact green and surrounding hazards make accuracy essential from the tee.

Ranked #4 in difficulty, this par 4 plays as a dogleg left with out-of-bounds tight along the left side. The narrow fairway and bunkered green create a demanding two-shot hole.

The easiest hole on the course, this short par 3 features a large, relatively open green with light bunkering. The generous target area provides a birdie opportunity for most skill levels.

A mid-length par 3 with bunkers framing both sides of the green and additional hazards behind. The elevated, firm green demands precision to avoid the surrounding sand.

A short par 3 with bunkers guarding the left and right of the green, creating a narrow landing zone. The compact green and strategic bunkering make this deceptively difficult despite its length.

A finishing par 4 that plays straightaway with fairway bunkers in the drive zone and additional sand protecting the green. The closing hole provides a fitting test with its well-bunkered green and narrow fairway corridor.
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 32 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 32 | 64 |
| HCP | 15 | 9 | 1 | 11 | 3 | 17 | 5 | 13 | 7 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 12 | 4 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 8 | |||
| white | 283 | 165 | 520 | 193 | 362 | 153 | 212 | 169 | 420 | 2477 | 283 | 165 | 520 | 193 | 362 | 153 | 212 | 169 | 420 | 2477 | 4954 |
| gold | 270 | 130 | 510 | 180 | 350 | 140 | 200 | 160 | 395 | 2335 | 270 | 130 | 510 | 180 | 350 | 140 | 200 | 160 | 395 | 2335 | 4670 |