Effingham Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Effingham, IL with a par of 72. It offers 5 tee sets: black (6,906 yards, slope 135, rating 73.8), blue (6,553 yards, slope 131, rating 72.2), white (6,136 yards, slope 126, rating 70.3), combo (5,684 yards, slope 121, rating 68.2), gold (5,542 yards, slope 120, rating 67.6). The hardest hole is #5, a par 5 playing 525 yards from the first tee.
Effingham Country Club
Effingham, IL
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A straightforward par 4 that plays shorter than its yardage suggests. The fairway is receptive off the tee, with the primary challenge coming from a well-bunkered green that requires precision on the approach.
A short par 3 with minimal trouble, making it one of the more forgiving holes on the course. The green is relatively open, rewarding solid contact on the tee shot.
A long par 5 that ranks among the course's most difficult holes and demands accuracy over three shots. Hazards flanking the fairway tighten the landing areas, and the elevated green makes reaching it in regulation a worthy achievement.
A strong par 4 with a slight dogleg character that requires both power and placement off the tee. Strategic bunkering around the green demands a thoughtful approach shot to avoid trouble.
The course's #1 handicap hole, this long par 5 presents a genuine three-shot test with water and bunkers positioned to penalize wayward play. The fairway narrows considerably as it approaches the green, demanding accuracy throughout.
A solid par 4 with moderate length that features water as a significant hazard on one side of the fairway. The green's position makes approach shot selection critical to avoid the surrounding trouble.
A manageable par 4 that offers a genuine scoring opportunity despite its modest handicap ranking. The relatively open fairway and green allow for straightforward play without excessive hazard concerns.
A mid-length par 3 that sits as a solid one-shot hole with moderate difficulty. Greenside bunkers provide the primary hazard consideration on an otherwise straightforward tee shot.
A strong par 4 ranked among the course's toughest, playing at a challenging length with little margin for error. Strategic hazard placement off the tee and around the green creates a demanding risk-reward dynamic.
A reachable par 5 that provides a birdie opportunity despite its high handicap ranking, with water and bunkers positioned to catch aggressive plays. The hole's relatively compact yardage rewards bold execution on the second shot.
A mid-length par 4 that plays more straightforward than its ranking suggests, featuring a fairly open fairway leading to a receptive green. Fairway width makes it a reasonable scoring hole for most players.
The course's longest par 3, playing as a genuine one-shot challenge with water and bunkers guarding the approach. The elevated, well-protected green demands an accurate tee shot from an extended distance.
A challenging par 4 ranked among the course's hardest holes, featuring a narrow fairway that tightens considerably as it approaches the green. Multiple hazards around the landing areas and green make this a serious test of accuracy and control.
The #2 handicap hole, this lengthy par 5 ranks as one of the most difficult on the course and requires three solid shots to reach safely. Hazards throughout the fairway and around the green punish any wayward play severely.
A mid-length par 4 with a relatively open character that provides a reasonable scoring opportunity. The fairway is accommodating, though greenside bunkers frame the approach and demand precision on the final shot.
A lengthy par 3 that presents a genuine one-shot challenge with water hazards and bunkers protecting the green. The significant yardage and well-bunkered approach make accurate distance control essential.
A strong par 4 with a slightly dogleg shape that requires both distance and directional control off the tee. Strategic hazard placement around the green creates a meaningful approach shot that separates good play from poor execution.
A finishing par 4 that plays shorter than regulation length but maintains challenge through tight fairway corridors and greenside bunkers. The hole's modest yardage makes it an accessible closing hole, though accuracy remains important for a strong finish.
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 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 11 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 5 | 4 | 14 | 18 | 6 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 8 | 10 | |||
| black | 367 | 155 | 533 | 386 | 550 | 398 | 363 | 172 | 434 | 3358 | 516 | 423 | 213 | 450 | 583 | 405 | 236 | 406 | 316 | 3548 | 6906 |
| blue | 361 | 145 | 526 | 377 | 525 | 387 | 345 | 156 | 412 | 3234 | 479 | 395 | 197 | 402 | 555 | 375 | 214 | 398 | 304 | 3319 | 6553 |
| white | 340 | 115 | 499 | 369 | 501 | 355 | 330 | 141 | 377 | 3027 | 468 | 370 | 160 | 377 | 516 | 365 | 182 | 391 | 280 | 3109 | 6136 |
| combo | 340 | 115 | 460 | 334 | 476 | 355 | 330 | 141 | 324 | 2875 | 439 | 306 | 160 | 320 | 439 | 365 | 155 | 362 | 263 | 2809 | 5684 |
| gold | 329 | 87 | 460 | 334 | 476 | 348 | 300 | 121 | 324 | 2779 | 439 | 306 | 150 | 320 | 439 | 329 | 155 | 362 | 263 | 2763 | 5542 |