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

blueS:139R:74
blue/goldS:137R:73.2
goldS:135R:72.4
gold/whiteS:133R:71.2
whiteS:131R:70.5
redS:127R:68.7

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Hole 1 satellite
1001502002501PAR 4
1Par 4
HCP 13
325325308308286275

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.

Hole 2 satellite
1001502002502PAR 4
2Par 4
HCP 7
422397397376376335

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.

Hole 3 satellite
1001503PAR 3
3Par 3
HCP 17
190166166166142111

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.

Hole 4 satellite
1001502002504PAR 5
4Par 5
HCP 3
570570553509509499

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.

Hole 5 satellite
1001502002505PAR 4
5Par 4
HCP 5
408408386356356330

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.

Hole 6 satellite
1001502002506PAR 4
6Par 4
HCP 9
402402369369342325

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.

Hole 7 satellite
1001502007PAR 3
7Par 3
HCP 15
206189189170170141

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.

Hole 8 satellite
1001502002508PAR 5
8Par 5
HCP 1
571556556536536485

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.

Hole 9 satellite
1001502001001502002509PAR 4
9Par 4
HCP 11
329314314314304287

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.

Hole 10 satellite
10015020025010PAR 4
10Par 4
HCP 10
390375375361361343

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.

Hole 11 satellite
10015011PAR 3
11Par 3
HCP 18
163163145145129119

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.

Hole 12 satellite
10015020025012PAR 4
12Par 4
HCP 4
391380380346346332

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.

Hole 13 satellite
10015020025013PAR 5
13Par 5
HCP 2
520520509509497440

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.

Hole 14 satellite
10015020025014PAR 4
14Par 4
HCP 6
453422422380380411

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.

Hole 15 satellite
10015020025015PAR 4
15Par 4
HCP 12
405405379379354340

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.

Hole 16 satellite
10015020016PAR 3
16Par 3
HCP 16
210195195180180156

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.

Hole 17 satellite
10010015020025017PAR 5
17Par 5
HCP 8
531531498498475445

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.

Hole 18 satellite
10015010015020025018PAR 4
18Par 4
HCP 14
330330314314295273

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

Hole123456789Out101112131415161718InTot
Par443544354364345443543672
HCP137173591511110184261216814
blue325422190570408402206571329342339016339152045340521053133033936816
blue/gold325397166570408402189556314332737516338052042240519553133033216648
gold308397166553386369189556314323837514538050942237919549831432176455
gold/white308376166509356369170536314310436114534650938037918049831431126216
white286376142509356342170536304302136112934649738035418047529530176038
red275335111499330325141485287278834311933244041134015644527328595647

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