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4.1
289 Reviews (289)
5 Stars
110
4 Stars
118
3 Stars
40
2 Stars
11
1 Stars
10
Conditions
3.9
Value
4.3
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.7
87.2%
Recommend this course
254 out of 289 reviews
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3.7
7 Reviews (7)
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.4
Value
3.6
Layout
4.1
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.0
StaffFriendliness
4.0
85.7%
Recommend this course
6 out of 7 reviews
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4.2
37 Reviews (37)
5 Stars
18
4 Stars
10
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.9
Value
4.2
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.4
83.8%
Recommend this course
31 out of 37 reviews
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Course Highlights
Friendly staff and outstanding value make this 27-hole layout a consistently rewarding place to play. Three distinct nine-hole combinations offer variety and challenge that keeps golfers coming back.

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Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6238 yards
Slope 124
Rating 69.9
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Cardinal Creek Golf Course
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Course Details

Year Built 1971
Golf Season Year round

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities

Accolades

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Reviews

4.1
289 Reviews (289)

What Golfers Are Saying

Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 10
Bunkers 6
This course/club is great for:
Locals 10
Playing Multiple Courses 8
Seniors 8
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 9
In the 'Burbs 8

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Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Hidden Gem!

The new owner John, has worked very hard to make Cardinal Creek a well- groomed, challenging course. The fairways are lush, the rough is well groomed, and the greens put you to the test. The staff is very accommodating. Because there are three nines, you can mix up your play every time you golf. The bar/restaurant offer a nice menu for the 19th hole.

If you haven't ventured out to Beecher, it is worth the trip!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great place

Ive always liked this course. Choice of 3 9 hole courses. The only complaint i might have is. There are several areas on each course that are completely blind(dangerous). But never had an incident. But overall. A great place. Staff nice and friendly. Ive had the buffet. Nothing mind blowing,but the price is great. I will be back!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 102
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

Cardinal Creek - Always fun to play

The weather was in the 50's and it was my first time out in 2018. Due to recent rains the course was naturally wet and squishy and therefore it was "cart path only", so I got a lot of exercise walking back and forth to the cart. Despite the weather the tee area was fine and the greens were in excellent shape. This course is always fun to play. I played the nice hole North and Center courses. The South was not open yet this early 3-28-18. I always love coming here as you have three nine hole courses that vary.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

Good condition for December!

Even though it was December the course was is very good condition.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Great deal!

Great course in great location. Excellent pace of play and friendly staff. Greens were the best I've ever seen at Cardinal Creek.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 18
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

New Management did a fine job

The new management in upgrades and course condition is 100% better than what it was I recommend around

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Response from on 09/19/2017:
Hello, thank you for taking the time to review our course, Cardinal Creek Golf Course, and for the 3-stars. We are happy to hear that the course and management is much better than the last time you were around. We are also very excited to see the great value that you had from playing with us and that the pace of play was great. Thank you for recommending our course in the Beecher, IL area and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Getting Better

That's about it, last year and this last spring I was a little let down with conditions, greens, tees, fairways needed work and boy did they get it. From fresh sand to great greens, kudos to the greens keepers. Coming along nicely. Keep up the good work.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Pleasantly surprised

We played Cardinal Creek several times in years past - conditions were not very good. Played again this past Saturday and were very pleased with how green and well-manicured the course is now.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

My Review

I was very surprised how nice the greens were as I used to play this course several years ago when my Dad was alive and stopped playing it due to the conditions being very poor years ago. I will for sure go back to play as I love greens that are in good condition. I will the fairways and tee boxes were cut a little lower.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 08/01/2017:
Hello George, thank you for taking the time to review our course, Cardinal Creek Golf Course in the Chicago area. We are extremely happy to hear that you enjoyed our course and we thank you for recommending us. Your feedback is greatly valued. Thank you for the 3 star review and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great deal!

The course was challenging. The greens were very good on the day I played. The fairways need lots of improvement...still have wild grass with white flowers which makes it hard to find your ball. The pace of play was excellent.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 08/01/2017:
Hello Elester, thank you for taking the time to review our course, Cardinal Creek Golf Course in the Chicago area. We are sorry to hear that the fairways were not in the best shape when you played and we appreciate your feedback. It sounds like you had a smooth and enjoyable round, so we are happy to hear that. Thank you for the 3 star review and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

GREAT COARSE FOR THE MONEY

Play was good no slow play. Coarse in good condition. Will play again soon.

Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 66
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Indiana Advisor
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played

Small Greens

This course has some of the smallest greens in the region. Excellent value, it's been nearl 10 years since I last played here and forgot that there are some really nice holes, especially the par5's. The only real negative I have was that some of the tee boxes were uneven and offer some awkward stances when teeing off.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Course was in good shape. Having 3 9's is a really good feature.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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