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4.2
541 Reviews (541)
5 Stars
170
4 Stars
277
3 Stars
57
2 Stars
18
1 Stars
19
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.3
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.9
88.8%
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480 out of 541 reviews
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4.6
8 Reviews (8)
5 Stars
5
4 Stars
3
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0
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0
1 Stars
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Conditions
4.6
Value
4.8
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.8
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.9
100.0%
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8 out of 8 reviews
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4.3
42 Reviews (42)
5 Stars
17
4 Stars
23
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.5
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.7
90.5%
Recommend this course
38 out of 42 reviews
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Course Highlights
Arlington Lakes delivers a genuinely challenging layout with water-lined fairways, tight par 4s, and well-maintained greens that reward precise ball-striking. Exceptionally friendly staff and smooth pace of play make this course an outstanding value worth returning to.

About

Holes 18
Type Public/Municipal
Par 68
Length 5432 yards
Slope 122
Rating 66.0

Arlington Lakes Golf Club is situated amid the northwest suburbs of Chicago. Locals treasure the course as one of the area's hidden gems. At 5,331 yards from the back tees, this par-68 layout is on the shorter side but don't underestimate its level of difficulty. Besides the mature trees that frame many of the holes and 14 lakes that come into play, there are more than 100 strategically placed bunkers lurking throughout. The layout also features small, sloped greens that demand accuracy but you can take comfort in the fact that there are no doglegs. With strategic shot-placement and a bit of luck, there are some birdie opportunities available. The shorter length of the golf course will appeal to beginners but it's versatile for more advanced players to enjoy as well.

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Course Details

Year Built 1979
Fairways Blue Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Open: 3/01 Closed: 11/01
Architect Garrett & David Gill (1979) Michael J. Benkusky (2018)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - $18
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper attire is required.

Food & Beverage

Snacks

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities, Locker Rooms
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Reviews

4.2
541 Reviews (541)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 12
Watching the Game 6
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 24
Water Hazards 23
Undulating Greens 16
This course/club is great for:
Locals 24
Seniors 17
Walkers 14
This Course's Location is:
In the 'Burbs 29
Convenient to the City 12
Worth the Drive 7

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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Good Casual Course

Arlington Lakes is the prefect place for a casual round of golf with friends or family. Course layout is straight forward with water on a few holes providing just enough of a challenge to keep things interesting no matter what your skill level. The course layout tends to lead to an acceptable pace of play. I normally play early morning tee times to ensure good pace of play, however I played an afternoon time with three buddies, who don’t golf often, and we made it around in just over 4 hours. Which was refreshing since other courses in the area can result in 6 hour death matches around that time. The staff is super friendly and they perfectly fit the casual atmosphere of the course.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 06/10/2020

Thank you for visiting us at Arlington Lakes Golf Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 06/08/2020

Thank you for visiting us at Arlington Lakes Golf Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 06/08/2020

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating, u445779335! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Arlington Lakes Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Decent course. A little short - multiple par 4s around/under 300. Good conditions. I’d play again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 06/04/2020

Thank you for visiting us at Arlington Lakes Golf Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 06/03/2020

Thank you for visiting us at Arlington Lakes Golf Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

A pleasant surprise

The course was in great shape even though we have had an incredible amount of rain during the past week. Many other courses have holes under water, but the entire playing area was dry. The greens were moderately fast and in great condition. I really enjoyed the course!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 05/26/2020

Thank you for visiting us at Arlington Lakes Golf Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

A break from corona

All good. Lots of water. Challenging pin placements. Very well maintained. Thankful its open and employees were out there working

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
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Commented on 05/26/2020

Thank you for visiting us at Arlington Lakes Golf Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

I play here regularly during the season. Tee times were booked solid and still the pace of play was good on a windy day.

The course has plenty of challenges and water hazards. Requires some accurate shots. Bunkers are well placed and most greens are elevated. Always have a nice day of golf at Arlington Lakes.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 03/09/2020

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating, JoeD76! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Arlington Lakes Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Fun course

Its a nice course to play the coutse was in good condition for March

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 03/09/2020

Thank you for visiting us at Arlington Lakes Golf Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
Incentivized Review
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Arlington Lakes

Perfect day, 29 December is not a normal golf day in Chicago. Course in great shape, even though Cart path only w a lot of rain the night before. Even so, we played on a packed course in 3 hrs, 40 minutes. Ridiculously good.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 01/02/2020

Thank you for visiting us at Arlington Lakes Golf Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
Incentivized Review
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Very enjoyable round.

Other than it being winter golf, this was an enjoyable round. Weather was nice, course was I. Good shape, and pace was spot on. Definitely recommend.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 12/30/2019

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating, u5282549! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Arlington Lakes Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
Incentivized Review
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Typical Midwest Fall Golf

The ground was a little wet, but the course still played well today. Not much run on the fairways or greens but that is expected in fall golf in the midwest. Staff was friendly as usual, and the course was well maintained, especially for this time of year.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 11/25/2019

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating, u5282549! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Arlington Lakes Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Nice local shorter course

I play in a league here every week. Course is always in good shape. It was slightly redesigned a couple of years ago. The redesign took out many of the sand traps but this course has plenty of water hazards to compensate for its shorter length. Each 9 has 3 par threes and total length from tips is under 6000 yards. Still a challenge Houghton and always fun. They have options to play 18, 9, 6, or 3 holes. Ask. Nice clubhouse, patio, and pro shop. Bar upstairs is cozy.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 11/11/2019

Hello, shulka. Thank you for your 5-star rating! Please book another round with us soon at Arlington Lakes Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 11/06/2019

Hello, u5282549. Thank you for your 5-star rating! Please book another round with us soon at Arlington Lakes Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

As usual.

Shot my best round of the year today. Course was definitely soggy from the rain, but that just made me play smarter. Pace of play today was great for a Sunday. 18 holes in 2.5 hours.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 10/28/2019

Hello, u5282549. Thank you for your 5-star rating! Please book another round with us soon at Arlington Lakes Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Very enjoyable round.

Course was in good condition. Greens ran a little fast, but that's just part of the game. Always have a good time when I play here, for the most part. Still a little lacking on amenities. No refreshments cart. Cant run to the club house every time I want water or a beer, but, that's ok. Will definitely play here again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 10/23/2019

Hello, u5282549. Thank you for your 5-star rating! Please book another round with us soon at Arlington Lakes Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Hit or miss

Lots of water cause the fairway to hold water from time to time. New layout but never disappoints when you get a cheap rate.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Pretty typical here....

I enjoy playing this course. I've played 10+ rounds here this season. Course was in good shape and the greens rolled true. Per usual, the starter put a 4some in front of us (2some), and threw a solo behind us, so pace of play was totally out of whack. 4 and a half hours for 2 players is a bit long. Also, no refreshments cart out today. I know it was chilly and windy, but it's a Sunday. I'd hope that by paying for a round we would be provided with the full array of course amenities, including a refreshment cart. I'll definitely return, but hope it's a bit better next time.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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Commented on 10/23/2019

Hello, u5282549. Thank you for your 5-star rating! Please book another round with us soon at Arlington Lakes Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Nice course

Course is short but challenging. It is in very good condition and staff is also very good.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 10/23/2019

Thank you for visiting us at Arlington Lakes Golf Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

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