Crab Orchard Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Carterville, IL with a par of 70. It offers 4 tee sets: black (6,275 yards, slope 123, rating 70.5), blue (5,952 yards, slope 124, rating 68.7), white (5,742 yards, slope 119, rating 67.8), gold (5,228 yards, slope 113, rating 65.3). The hardest hole is #5, a par 5 playing 491 yards from the first tee.
Crab Orchard Golf Club
Carterville, IL
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A short, straightforward par 4 that plays as an inviting opening hole. The fairway is relatively open with modest bunkering, making this a good opportunity to establish rhythm early in the round.
A mid-length par 4 with a slight dogleg character and a fairway that tightens as it approaches the green. Strategic bunkering frames the landing area and guards the approach, demanding accuracy off the tee.
The most difficult hole on the front nine, this par 4 requires precision from tee to green. The fairway is bordered by trouble, and the well-bunkered green demands a controlled approach shot.
A short par 3 that plays to a shallow green with bunkers positioned to catch wayward shots. The modest length belies the precision required to find the center of the putting surface.
The stroke index 1 hole, this lengthy par 5 is the course's signature challenge. Water and hazards come into play throughout, and the green's depth demands careful club selection on the final approach.
A solid par 4 with a defined dogleg shape and strategic bunkering that influences play off the tee. The elevated green adds complexity to the approach shot and requires a well-executed second shot.
A mid-length par 3 that plays across terrain to a well-protected green. Bunkers and natural hazards frame the target, making this a thinking player's hole despite its one-shot nature.
A short par 4 with good birdie potential that sits within a picturesque setting. The compact layout leaves little margin for error, with bunkering positioned to penalize imprecise strikes.
A manageable par 5 that concludes the front nine with strategic routing and interesting contours. The fairway offers options for different playing styles, though hazards near the green demand respect on the final approach.
A mid-length par 3 that opens the back nine with a scenic presentation and well-defined hazards. The green's size and shape require careful attention to yardage and wind conditions.
A relatively short par 4 with a generous fairway that allows room for placement and strategy. Light bunkering and a modest green complex make this a fair hole that rewards solid, straightforward play.
A compact par 4 ranked fourth in difficulty, this hole plays shorter than its yardage suggests. The tight layout and strategic bunkering demand precision and focus to avoid dropped shots.
A solid mid-length par 4 with interesting routing and well-placed hazards that come into play for errant shots. The green's positioning and shape reward accurate iron play from the fairway.
The second most difficult hole on the course, this par 4 is a legitimate test of golf. The length and hazards throughout the hole demand two consecutive quality shots to find the green in regulation.
A challenging par 4 with a significant length that tests distance and accuracy off the tee. Strategic bunkering and green-side hazards make the approach shot equally demanding as the drive.
The easiest par 3 on the course, this short hole plays to a forgiving green with minimal hazard interference. Its length makes it an excellent scoring opportunity within the back nine.
A short par 4 that concludes the round with a compact, playable design. Light hazards and a straightforward routing allow players to finish strong with aggressive play if needed.
The closing par 4 features a balanced design with strategic bunkering and a fairway that invites bold play. The finishing hole offers a chance for redemption or a chance to solidify a strong round.
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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 70 |
| HCP | 13 | 11 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 14 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 18 | 12 | 16 | |||
| black | 360 | 394 | 395 | 175 | 510 | 400 | 196 | 401 | 491 | 3322 | 197 | 359 | 340 | 360 | 435 | 399 | 170 | 313 | 380 | 2953 | 6275 |
| blue | 324 | 377 | 374 | 154 | 491 | 391 | 186 | 354 | 476 | 3127 | 185 | 345 | 334 | 350 | 411 | 388 | 150 | 305 | 357 | 2825 | 5952 |
| white | 314 | 329 | 368 | 135 | 494 | 385 | 178 | 334 | 470 | 3007 | 176 | 337 | 327 | 339 | 399 | 375 | 137 | 307 | 338 | 2735 | 5742 |
| gold | 297 | 303 | 336 | 126 | 447 | 352 | 118 | 322 | 381 | 2682 | 163 | 287 | 320 | 332 | 395 | 306 | 125 | 292 | 326 | 2546 | 5228 |