Knollwood Club is an 18-hole golf course in Lake Forest, IL with a par of 72. It offers 5 tee sets: back (7,202 yards, slope 142, rating 75.5), knollwood plus (6,887 yards, slope 138, rating 74), knollwood (6,682 yards, slope 136, rating 73.1), middle plus (6,283 yards, slope 131, rating 71.3), middle (senior) (6,005 yards, slope 128, rating 70). The hardest hole is #5, a par 4 playing 426 yards from the first tee.

Knollwood Club

Lake Forest, IL

backS:142R:75.5
knollwood plusS:138R:74
knollwoodS:136R:73.1
middle plusS:131R:71.3
middle (senior)S:128R:70

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Hole 1 satellite
1001502002501PAR 4
1Par 4
HCP 7
442425425414414

A straightforward par 4 that plays to a green fronted by bunkers on the right side. The fairway offers reasonable width off the tee, but accuracy into the green is required to avoid sand and keep the ball on the putting surface.

Hole 2 satellite
1001502002502PAR 4
2Par 4
HCP 5
356344344344311

A short par 4 with a fairly direct routing and modest length that can play as one of the most accessible holes on the course. Bunkers frame the green, particularly on the right, requiring precision on the approach shot.

Hole 3 satellite
1001502002503PAR 4
3Par 4
HCP 9
410410370370354

A mid-length par 4 with a straightforward layout that presents a balanced test. The green is well-bunkered, with sand positioned to catch wayward approach shots and define the target area.

Hole 4 satellite
1001504PAR 3
4Par 3
HCP 15
172162162150150

A short par 3 playing over a modest distance to a green defended by bunkers. The relatively forgiving yardage makes this a good opportunity to find the putting surface and set up a birdie chance.

Hole 5 satellite
1001502002505PAR 4
5Par 4
HCP 1
426426407365365

The most difficult hole on the course, this strong par 4 demands accurate striking from tee to green. Strategic bunkering and a challenging approach shot create a formidable test that rewards solid fundamentals.

Hole 6 satellite
1001502002506PAR 5
6Par 5
HCP 11
504480480480438

A reachable par 5 offering multiple route options for players of different abilities. Bunkers positioned throughout the hole encourage strategic decision-making on the path to the green.

Hole 7 satellite
1001001502007PAR 3
7Par 3
HCP 17
236205205164164

A medium-length par 3 with considerable distance that demands a confident, well-struck tee shot to find the green. Bunkers guard the putting surface, making accuracy essential for a good score.

Hole 8 satellite
1001502002508PAR 5
8Par 5
HCP 3
578578520452452

A long par 5 that plays as the third-most difficult on the course and requires three solid shots to reach the green in regulation. Strategic hazards and bunkering throughout the hole challenge players to stay disciplined and committed to their game plan.

Hole 9 satellite
1001502002509PAR 4
9Par 4
HCP 13
420390390390351

A mid-length par 4 with a straightforward design that presents a solid mid-round test. Greenside bunkers and a well-defined target area reward accurate approach play.

Hole 10 satellite
10015020025010PAR 5
10Par 5
HCP 2
601562562506506

The second-most difficult hole on the course, this formidable par 5 plays exceptionally long and requires three strong shots to reach the green successfully. Strategic hazards and bunkering throughout demand disciplined, accurate striking.

Hole 11 satellite
10015020025011PAR 4
11Par 4
HCP 8
471440440393393

A robust par 4 that stretches across a substantial distance and ranks among the longer two-shot holes. Bunkers and green-side trouble reward accurate approach play and careful course management.

Hole 12 satellite
10015012PAR 3
12Par 3
HCP 16
176176155135135

A short-to-mid-length par 3 offering a direct challenge with minimal frills, where accuracy from the tee is paramount. Bunkers guard the green and frame the target area, punishing poor ball striking.

Hole 13 satellite
10015020025013PAR 4
13Par 4
HCP 10
357335335335309

A compact par 4 that presents one of the more approachable scoring opportunities on the course. The relatively short distance allows for aggressive play, though bunkers frame the green and demand precise approach shots.

Hole 14 satellite
10010015020025014PAR 4
14Par 4
HCP 4
458420420352352

A difficult par 4 playing across substantial yardage with bunkers and strategic hazards defining the hole's character. The long approach and demanding green site create a stiff examination of shotmaking ability.

Hole 15 satellite
10015020025015PAR 4
15Par 4
HCP 6
400400362362293

A mid-length par 4 that balances accessibility with challenge through strategic bunkering and a well-defined target area. The hole rewards solid fundamentals and accurate approach play into the green.

Hole 16 satellite
10015020025016PAR 5
16Par 5
HCP 14
529529500500447

A generous par 5 offering multiple routes to the green with opportunities for aggressive play. Strategic hazards and bunker placement encourage thoughtful route selection and disciplined execution.

Hole 17 satellite
10015020017PAR 3
17Par 3
HCP 18
211180180158158

The easiest par 3 on the course, playing a modest distance to a relatively accessible green. Bunkers frame the target area, but the short yardage provides a genuine birdie opportunity.

Hole 18 satellite
10015020025018PAR 4
18Par 4
HCP 12
455425425413413

A strong finishing par 4 of considerable length that demands accurate striking on both tee and approach shots. Bunkers guard the green and create a challenging final test to close out the round.

Scorecard

Hole123456789Out101112131415161718InTot
Par444345354365434445343672
HCP759151111731328161046141812
back442356410172426504236578420354460147117635745840052921145536587202
knollwood plus425344410162426480205578390342056244017633542040052918042534676887
knollwood425344370162407480205520390330356244015533542036250018042533796682
middle plus414344370150365480164452390312950639313533535236250015841331546283
middle (senior)414311354150365438164452351299950639313530935229344715841330066005

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