Foss Park Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in North Chicago, IL with a par of 72. It offers 4 tee sets: blue (6,683 yards, slope 124, rating 71.6), white (6,383 yards, slope 121, rating 70.2), black (6,122 yards, slope 118, rating 69), red (5,860 yards, slope 115, rating 67.8). The hardest hole is #4, a par 4 playing 354 yards from the first tee.
Foss Park Golf Course
North Chicago, IL
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A straightforward par 4 with a relatively open fairway that offers a direct approach to the green. The hole's moderate length and mid-range handicap make it an accessible opening hole that sets a manageable tone for the round.

A lengthy par 5 with ample space off the tee and a fairway that invites aggressive play for those seeking to reach in two. The hole's low handicap rating indicates it presents a significant scoring opportunity for skilled players.

A mid-length par 3 requiring a controlled approach shot to find the green. The hole's relatively high handicap suggests the green may be well-protected or difficult to access, making accurate placement more challenging than yardage alone indicates.

The course's most formidable hole, this par 4 ranks as the #1 handicap with a substantial length that demands power and precision. The difficulty rating suggests significant strategic complexity or hazards that punish wayward shots severely.

A solid par 4 of moderate length with a straightforward design that rewards consistent ball striking. The mid-range handicap indicates a fair but testing hole with manageable hazards.

A short par 3 that plays under 175 yards from most tees, making it the easiest hole on the course. The generous handicap reflects a receptive green and minimal hazard exposure, offering a birdie opportunity.

A lengthy par 5 with significant yardage that provides room for three distinct shots from the tee. The higher handicap suggests the hole's shape or hazard placement creates complexity beyond its pure length.

A compact par 4 significantly shorter than the course average, requiring precision over distance to navigate successfully. The mid-range handicap indicates that tight fairways or challenging green approaches compensate for the reduced yardage.

The third-most difficult hole on the course, this par 4 combines substantial length with hazard placement that severely punishes poor execution. Its low handicap rating marks it as one of the round's most consequential scoring holes.

A par 4 of considerable length that opens the back nine with a test of power and control. The moderate handicap suggests a fairly straightforward design without excessive trickery, though length remains the primary challenge.

The easiest hole on the course, this diminutive par 3 plays under 160 yards from all tees and offers an excellent scoring opportunity. The pristine handicap reflects minimal hazard exposure and a receptive target.

A short par 4 designed to reward strategic thinking over raw power, with a compact layout that emphasizes accuracy. The elevated handicap suggests the green or approach area presents more difficulty than the modest yardage would suggest.

A substantial par 5 that provides genuine three-shot length for most players and legitimate birdie opportunity for longer hitters. The moderate handicap indicates a relatively straightforward layout without excessive hazard penalties.

The second-most difficult hole on the course, this lengthy par 4 stands as one of the round's premier tests. Its low handicap rating signals that significant hazards or strategic demands make this hole exceptionally challenging.

A very short par 3 measuring under 190 yards that provides respite in the back nine and a scoring opportunity. The high handicap suggests this birdie chance is well-deserved after the difficulty of the surrounding holes.

A strong par 4 with considerable length that ranks fourth-most difficult on the course, making it a key scoring hole. The design likely features strategic hazards that challenge approach shots and reward precise execution.

A lengthy par 5 that closes the back nine with a substantial test requiring multiple solid strokes to reach the green. The moderate handicap indicates a fairly open design that allows aggressive players a genuine scoring opportunity.

The closing par 4 offers a respectable finishing hole of moderate difficulty that provides closure to the round. The mid-range handicap suggests balanced hazard placement and a green that is neither overly generous nor excessively penal.
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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 9 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 7 | 17 | 15 | 11 | 3 | 6 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 12 | |||
| blue | 403 | 477 | 206 | 404 | 393 | 172 | 484 | 342 | 407 | 3288 | 425 | 157 | 361 | 507 | 436 | 187 | 405 | 529 | 388 | 3395 | 6683 |
| white | 388 | 467 | 196 | 384 | 373 | 160 | 469 | 317 | 389 | 3143 | 410 | 148 | 343 | 487 | 420 | 163 | 385 | 514 | 370 | 3240 | 6383 |
| black | 378 | 457 | 186 | 359 | 358 | 155 | 454 | 312 | 371 | 3030 | 395 | 138 | 325 | 472 | 400 | 148 | 365 | 499 | 350 | 3092 | 6122 |
| red | 373 | 452 | 181 | 354 | 353 | 150 | 398 | 245 | 315 | 2821 | 387 | 133 | 315 | 467 | 395 | 143 | 360 | 494 | 345 | 3039 | 5860 |