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Blackberry Oaks Golf Club
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Blackberry Oaks in Bristol is a public golf course that has been recognized as one of the Chicagoland area's best courses. The course design utilizes the natural beauty and hazards of the landscape including the native wetlands, grassy prairies, and towering stands of mature oaks. Blackberry Creek also meanders through the course. In addition to the natural hazards, a heavy smattering of strategically placed bunkers was also incorporated into the design. Although it can seem intimidating, the golf course isn't overly formidable if you can manage to stay out of the sand and water. The third and 12th holes are two par 4s that are memorable for their water hazards. The third has a lake along either side and the 12th has a green that is almost entirely surrounded by water.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 72 | 6404 yards | 71.3 | 134 |
| White | 72 | 6003 yards | 69.6 | 130 |
| Red (W) | 72 | 5294 yards | 71.4 | 128 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue M: 71.3/132 | 343 | 515 | 370 | 172 | 369 | 317 | 486 | 191 | 377 | 3140 | 373 | 523 | 161 | 361 | 365 | 202 | 492 | 400 | 387 | 3264 | 6404 |
| White M: 69.6/128 W: 75.0/134 | 323 | 473 | 328 | 158 | 343 | 304 | 464 | 175 | 332 | 2900 | 347 | 506 | 148 | 345 | 343 | 176 | 466 | 394 | 378 | 3103 | 6003 |
| Green M: 67.1/121 W: 72.3/128 | 312 | 455 | 313 | 146 | 323 | 284 | 445 | 161 | 314 | 2753 | 340 | 420 | 140 | 330 | 325 | 166 | 385 | 350 | 310 | 2766 | 5519 |
| Red M: 66.1/119 W: 71.1/126 | 300 | 437 | 298 | 144 | 303 | 262 | 439 | 147 | 294 | 2624 | 330 | 417 | 135 | 298 | 316 | 156 | 376 | 340 | 302 | 2670 | 5294 |
| Family 2 W: 66.1/105 | 216 | 360 | 220 | 144 | 230 | 185 | 349 | 93 | 210 | 2007 | 255 | 315 | 74 | 235 | 230 | 70 | 310 | 265 | 249 | 2003 | 4010 |
| Family 1 W: 62.2/99 | 165 | 248 | 168 | 65 | 185 | 152 | 265 | 80 | 180 | 1508 | 179 | 262 | 55 | 182 | 175 | 60 | 248 | 192 | 148 | 1501 | 3009 |
| Handicap | 17 | 1 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 13 | 3 | 8 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 10 | 14 | 6 | 4 | |||
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 13 | 1 | 7 | 5 | 17 | 11 | 3 | 15 | 9 | 8 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 14 | 6 | 10 | 4 |
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nice track,good shape
played after rain but it drained well / 18 is a hole you need to have a yardage book or have played before or you will bogie it with a good drive thats just 15 yards out of position!
Pleasantly Surprised
Nice course for the area. Go and enjoy! Bring a buddy!
Nice track despite the gnat problem
Course was in good condition and greens rolled true. Not a single ranger in the afternoon, and this was not acceptable, despite holiday.
Probably wont be back as this one is in the sticks.
Not worth the trip
I repaired at least 5 ball marks per green, although they rolled true. Some tees not level. Not one hole was interesting from the tee. Length of collars around greens were longer than any of the rough. Probably will not go back.
Difficult Course
Hard play but the course is well maintained. I will be going back to this course for sure once I have had a little more practice. Excellent par 3's.
All aroung Great Day
Blackberry Oaks is a hidden gem. I almost did not want to write a review so I could keep it to myself. The course was in great shape. Challenging enough to give you the feeling that you could play well here. Not the feeling of defeat and that the course is unfair. Forgiving enough for the weekend warrior (like me) to feel like I have a chance. It makes for a fun round of golf.
Well maintained
This was nice course although it was short there were many obstacles. Course management is key. Greens in excellent shape
Great deal
The course was in great shape when I played. The greens were smooth and fast. Definitely worth the money.
Nice Layout - Great Condition
The course is always in great condition and the greens put true. Thick rough makes it a challenge if you miss the fairways. (Wish I could grow grass like that at home!!)
Nice Condition
The course is in nice condition for 2014, especially when looking at other courses in the area as it relates to the greens. The greens are receptive and moderately quick. I doubt many will say these greens are fast shaking their heads in disbelief (and perhaps disgust) but they are fast enough in my opinion (and true). the fairways are in good shape and the rough is, er, rough. Not a fan of hole 10 or 18, but other than that, this is a very nice course, and accomodating staff.
Not impressed with this course
Corse is located near a railroad line - The noise from a mile long train are not what I wanted to hear when golfing.
Not a good value for money.
Greens filled with ball marks that no one seemed to repair
One of the best in the area
I have been playing this course for a long time. It is an above average challenge. The revamped bar is very nice too!
Great course!
Staff here is great! Friendly and always ready to help out. Course is in great condition for a public course. No management company! New bar is great!
Good Spring Conditions
Conditions good.
Greens rolled true.
Only issue was was large bump at bridge's end on 9th. No warning. I hit it hard and my head hit top of cart. All my stuff flew out of cart as well as bag. Went to pro shop to complain and was informed it's bring worked on. No love for me though. Still sore.
Haven't played here in years since it's been so overpriced. Got Hot Deal for $24. With $10 needed for gas (85 mile round trip from Hoffman Estates) it was still a good price point. Wouldn't pay more than $44 on weekend. Long ride.
Perfect Experience
Aside from the weather being fantastic, the course and environment added to a wonderful day. Perfect place with no pressure, so great for average golfers who hit their fair share of bad shots. Conditions are excellent and scenery is gorgeous.
Blackberry Oaks
One of my favorite courses in Northern Illinois. Only disappointment was golf now said they had GPS, but they don't . Although most sprinkler heads were clearly marked with yardages. Very good food, nice bar too !!!
Enjoyable Round
Course in very good condition considering brutal winter we just went thru. Temp still not warm.
great time
Well run and in great shape after a horrible winter.
Very playable
Don't let the high slope rating fool you, it's just to high in comparison to similar courses. Few forced carries, blind shots , tough downhill or side hill lies. Not overly long or tricky. If they ever allowed for long rough that could make it harder. Lots of sand everywhere. Fresh country air and clean facility. A good test without being overly complicated.
Very nice course
Very well maintained and quality course for the money!!
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