River Forest Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Elmhurst, IL with a par of 72. It offers 6 tee sets: blue (6,816 yards, slope 139, rating 74), blue/gold (6,648 yards, slope 137, rating 73.2), gold (6,455 yards, slope 135, rating 72.4), gold/white (6,216 yards, slope 133, rating 71.2), white (6,038 yards, slope 131, rating 70.5), red (5,647 yards, slope 127, rating 68.7). The hardest hole is #8, a par 5 playing 485 yards from the first tee.
River Forest Country Club
Elmhurst, IL
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A straightforward par 4 that invites aggressive play off the tee with a relatively open fairway. The green is fronted by bunkers on both sides, requiring precision on the approach shot.

A challenging par 4 with a narrowing corridor as players advance toward the green. Strategic bunkering frames the approach, and the length makes this a demanding hole from the back tees.

A short par 3 where accuracy over distance is paramount. A modest green complex with minimal surrounding hazards makes this an achievable scoring opportunity from the correct tee.

A genuine three-shot par 5 that demands respect as one of the course's most difficult holes. The long fairway is relatively forgiving, but the green's defenses reward careful course management.

A strong par 4 with enough length to challenge even accomplished players. The hole's character is defined by strategic positioning required to set up a manageable approach to the green.

A mid-length par 4 that plays fairly straightforward but requires solid execution. The fairway offers reasonable width, though the green complex demands accuracy on the approach.

A mid-range par 3 where the tee shot is the defining moment. The hole's moderate length and target-like green presentation make it a fair test of iron play.

The course's most formidable hole, this par 5 stretches the limits of strategic play with its length and complexity. Players must navigate carefully to position themselves for a successful finish to the hole.

A compact par 4 designed to test precision rather than power. The relatively short yardage can tempt aggressive play, but the green's contours demand respect on the approach.

A solid par 4 that presents a balanced test of driving and iron play. The fairway and green complex offer reasonable targets, though strategic positioning enhances scoring opportunities.

The shortest par 3 on the course, this hole plays more as a pitch than a full tee shot. Despite its brevity, the green's small target area demands confident execution.

A formidable par 4 that ranks among the course's most difficult tests of overall skill. Length combined with strategic hazard placement makes this a pivotal hole in the round.

A commanding par 5 that requires two well-executed shots to reach scoring position. The extended yardage and likely hazard placement test the limits of distance and accuracy.

A demanding par 4 that plays longer than many on the course and offers little margin for error. Strategic bunkering and fairway contours reward thoughtful course management.

A solid par 4 with enough character to challenge mid-range players. The hole's length and green complex provide a balanced test without overwhelming difficulty.

A medium par 3 where tee shot accuracy is essential to scoring. The hole presents a straightforward target but demands appropriate distance control and direction.

A strategic par 5 that offers multiple routes to the green depending on a player's length and accuracy. The fairway's width allows for positioning, though hazard placement encourages intelligent shot selection.

A closing par 4 that finishes the round with character but relative accessibility. The hole's reasonable length and design allow players to end their round with an opportune scoring chance.
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 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 13 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 11 | 10 | 18 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 12 | 16 | 8 | 14 | |||
| blue | 325 | 422 | 190 | 570 | 408 | 402 | 206 | 571 | 329 | 3423 | 390 | 163 | 391 | 520 | 453 | 405 | 210 | 531 | 330 | 3393 | 6816 |
| blue/gold | 325 | 397 | 166 | 570 | 408 | 402 | 189 | 556 | 314 | 3327 | 375 | 163 | 380 | 520 | 422 | 405 | 195 | 531 | 330 | 3321 | 6648 |
| gold | 308 | 397 | 166 | 553 | 386 | 369 | 189 | 556 | 314 | 3238 | 375 | 145 | 380 | 509 | 422 | 379 | 195 | 498 | 314 | 3217 | 6455 |
| gold/white | 308 | 376 | 166 | 509 | 356 | 369 | 170 | 536 | 314 | 3104 | 361 | 145 | 346 | 509 | 380 | 379 | 180 | 498 | 314 | 3112 | 6216 |
| white | 286 | 376 | 142 | 509 | 356 | 342 | 170 | 536 | 304 | 3021 | 361 | 129 | 346 | 497 | 380 | 354 | 180 | 475 | 295 | 3017 | 6038 |
| red | 275 | 335 | 111 | 499 | 330 | 325 | 141 | 485 | 287 | 2788 | 343 | 119 | 332 | 440 | 411 | 340 | 156 | 445 | 273 | 2859 | 5647 |