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4.6
234 Reviews (234)
5 Stars
127
4 Stars
82
3 Stars
17
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.8
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.0
95.1%
Recommend this course
222 out of 234 reviews
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5.0
1 Reviews (1)
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4 Stars
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Conditions
4.0
Value
5.0
Layout
5.0
Pace
5.0
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
5.0
100.0%
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4.6
29 Reviews (29)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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Conditions
4.2
Value
4.9
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.7
93.1%
Recommend this course
27 out of 29 reviews
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Course Highlights
Nichols Knoll delivers outstanding value with a well-maintained par-3 layout featuring elevation changes, water hazards, and views of the Chicago skyline. Exceptionally friendly staff and a brisk pace make this course ideal for beginners and short-game practice alike.

About

Holes 9
Type Public
Par 27
Length 1163 yards
Slope N/A
Rating N/A

Ever since opening in the mid '90s, Arlington Heights Golf Club has been considered one of the best par-3 golf courses in Chicagoland. It is certainly one of the most unique with three holes that feature vertical-drop tee shots and two holes with uphill tee shots to the green. Although this nine-hole course is only 1,163 yards the large bentgrass tees and greens provide the feel of a full-length course. The layout has nearly 30 bunkers strategically placed throughout and water comes into play on two holes. From the elevated tees you can enjoy a panoramic view of the area, including stunning vistas of the Chicago skyline. Whether you're a beginner looking to get some practice or a scratch golfer who wants to get in a quick round, Arlington Heights Golf Club is a fun and challenging option.

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Course Details

Year Built 1995
Fairways Blue
Greens Bent
Golf Season Open: 4/01 Closed: 11/01
Architect Steven Halberg

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - $8
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Snacks

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Locker Rooms
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Reviews

4.6
234 Reviews (234)

What Golfers Are Saying

Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 7
Bunkers 6
Water Hazards 6
This course/club is great for:
9-Hole Rounds 11
Beginners 10
Locals 9
This Course's Location is:
In the 'Burbs 6

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Reviews 79
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Walked

Quick and Fun

Course is short but is great for working on 120 yards and in. No rush, so playing multiple shots during each hole is possible. Great course for beginners and those who want to get some short game practice.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Walked

Nice little course

Nice par 3 course with excellent greens and the most helpful and friendly pro shop staff I have ever experienced.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Quality Par 3

This course is a challenging par 3. Has several elevation changes that make the hole difficult to tuck in a shot. Pace of play is sometimes slow but the course does offer carts. Personally it's faster to walk. The greens are in pretty good condition considering a par 3 course, it would help if the armatures out there would fix their divots.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Best bang for the buck

Best ten dollars spent! Great short game workout. I would highly recommend this course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Beautiful

Enjoy playing this course. Many hills and well maintained. Can't wait to go again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

beautiful views

Easy Course Great For Beginners, Well Maintained For A Park District.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course, great value

Great course to learn the game, longest hole is about 150 but challenging .

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

9 hole course

We like this course. I am new to golf and it is a great place to play for me. My husband likes it because it is a great place to practice your mid to short range game. It is a good price and we had a fun time playing golf!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful course

This 9 hole par three is beautiful, and easy to fall in love with. An enjoyable experience. I intend to return next week!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Knoll on the 4th

Great quick round filled with sun and fun. Very welcoming and friendly staff.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Sweet jem

I love this course, convenient, well priced, and beautiful views.... I forgot I was in the suburbs for a moment....
It did take us a moment to fin he place use your gps or ask for directions.....

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Walked

perfect

Wanted to get out but rain was due within a few hours $5 to play 9 perfect . Never played this course or even new it existed perfect to work on short game 3 clubs and a putter is all you need. Greens where very slow, a very hilly course this was the hill that Walter Payton trained on. in all perfect course for younger golfers or any one wanting to work on the short game much better than going to the driving range,

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 43
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Fair weather
Walked

good for short iron pratice course

For senior and women player it is nice course for walking. And just enjoying . But beginner and not advanced player it is somewhat togh enough. But advanced and above average golfers it is wonderful course for short and weddge iron shot sharpening. Price better than range around here. For me good enough.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 15-19
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played

One staff was rude and racist

The course was very short, all 3 pars, and one of the staffs was rude and racist. I will never go there anymore.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Easy
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