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Billy Caldwell Golf Course

6150 N Caldwell Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60646, Cook County
(800) 460-0010, (773) 792-1930
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About

Holes 9
Par 35
Length 3108 yds
Rating 34.8
Slope 115
Type Public/Municipal
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Tees
Track Rounds
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Golf Carts
Golf Clubs

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Driving Range
Golf Simulator
Indoor Practice

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Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes
Walking Allowed
Dress code Proper golf attire required.

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Snacks

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Year Built 1900
Golf Season Year round
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4.1
4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 346 reviews
92.1%
Recommend
346
Reviews
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  • 3 Stars
  • 2 Stars
  • 1 Stars
  • Conditions
    3.9
  • Value
    4.3
  • Layout
    4.0
  • Friendliness
    4.6
  • Pace
    3.7
  • Amenities
    3.2
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Course Highlights
Caldwell's layout challenges golfers with water hazards, doglegs, and elevation changes spread evenly across all nine holes. Welcoming staff and outstanding value make this well-maintained Cook County course a smart booking.

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viMiBNrjGlz2CDOiPUbE
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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Commented on 05/31/2026

Thank you so much for leaving us this great 4 star review. Would love to hear how we can bump your experience up to a 5 star. Please reach out with your thoughts. info.billycaldwell@forestpreservegolf.com

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gn19077918
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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Commented on 05/31/2026

Thank you for leaving us this great 4 star review. Would love to hear how we can increase your experience next time. Please reach out with any thoughts. info.billycaldwell@forestpreservegolf.com

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u314163984482
Review 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Fun Muni Course

Fun little municipal course. Great to get outside and enjoy the weather. Always love to see the deer on the course.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 05/31/2026

We pride ourselves on providing a fun and enjoyable experience, so we are happy to hear you enjoyed your time here. Don't hesitate to reach out with ideas that could bump it up to a 5 star experience. info.billycaldwell@forestpreservegolf.com

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Tony6557763
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 2.0
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gn32505704
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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Michi28
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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drice3445
Reviews 6
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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Richcassin
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Warm February surprise

Ice in the pin cups. Retrieved "water balls" from the ice. Beautiful day on the course. Thanks!

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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gn32505704
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 2.0
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vT2BBP8pTN0AuvaNDAUe
Reviews 21
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

If all the cook county forest preserve courses were given a little more attention they could all be at least a full star nicer...it's too bad they don't invest a little more in maintenance / customer service. Frequently overbooked and some extra love shown to the turf would go a long way. Still not a bad option for 9 holes.

Previously Played
Walked
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
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jerry567
Reviews 23
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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gn25317359
Review 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

A guy out with his dad

Variety of skills are needed to complete the course (long drives, water hazards, hills, dog legs) but are evenly spaced out throughout the course. Very friendly staff welcomes you in and gets you on your way. Parking lot convenient to the first tee. This was a great course to take Dad to enjoy golfing and time together.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
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u185481265
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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Xaviermina
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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jerry567
Reviews 23
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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jerry567
Reviews 23
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u636981430
Reviews 12
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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u314165419323
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

I like Caldwell, I play it often. The pace of play was good, The course is in great shape for late August. A couple of greens were a little beaten up from player volume. The course is generally well maintained and fun to play.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 2.0
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kushp44
Reviews 5
Recommended
Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 2.0
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u983786913
Reviews 5
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 2.0
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