About
South Shore Golf Club was formerly a private nine-hole course but now it is part of the Chicago Park District Golf collection, which features five other courses. Although it is seemingly out of the way, tucked in the southeast corner of the Chicago metro area, it is one of the most affordable rounds you'll find in the area. Through the stands of mature trees, golfers can catch glimpses of Lake Michigan. The carefully preserved landscape has earned the golf course recognition as an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary. The par-33 layout features tree-lined fairways and small greens. It's a golf course that requires accuracy but it's not overly punishing for high handicappers. South Shore Golf Club is a great course if you're looking to get some short game practice or squeeze in a quick round.
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Golfer Photos
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Photo submitted by u314168306733 on 10/16/2025
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Photo submitted by kmf008 on 05/29/2023
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Photo submitted by u314162222214 on 04/13/2023
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Classic 6th hole pic Photo submitted by nickblack on 04/28/2022
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Hole 5? Photo submitted by u314160110686 on 10/03/2020
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Photo submitted by HurtBirdbath on 09/08/2015
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Photo submitted by HurtBirdbath on 09/08/2015
Golfer Reviews
Always a good time
My buddies and I dip off to hit 9 a few times a month during the day when work is slow. Easy in, easy out, and at a good pace. Amenities aren’t 5star but can’t beat the location, price, and staff friendliness. We lost a 5 iron and someone picked it up and found us. We love playing South Shore especially taking our routine 6th hole pic. Great times had by all.
Great experience
Glad to be able to play on a course that's not SOAKED/WATER LOGGED. Bunkers ON COURSE and in practice area need new SAND UPGRADE/REPLACEMENT. I recommend
Long Time No See
I played this interesting course on October 20th. I arrived after work at around 4:00. It’s been over 20 years since I last visited this “Poor Man’s Pebble Beach.” The staff members were genuinely polite and reasonably attentive. I’ll readily admit there was something special in the air that day. The temperature was unseasonably warm and no real wind at all. The sky was clear and bright in a Fall sort of way. As I remembered the course is compact and requires some modicum of accuracy to yield desired results. There are a few long par four holes (two, three, and six). Maybe my tee shots have just gotten shorter with age! The greens are fairly well kept and roll smoothly. I’m a high ball hitter, so I didn’t have any problems holding the greens; but if you hit lower running shots just aim for the front and skip the ball up. Yes, there are the Lake Michigan water views on a few holes. And the sixth hole views near the green are restful and engaging. No rush, no crowd, no problems. Maybe your short round will be as fulfilling as mine. Enjoy.
Great course for novice golfers
The course is a great 9 hole course that is well maintained. Very good place for beginners.
Old Classic
Very interesting track that has obviously been of historic value for some time. Incredible views of skyline and Lake Michigan. In its day I suspect it was jewel of a course!!
Friendly and helpful golfers and srtaff
Easy and comfortable.
I enjoyed buying a beer and sipping along the way in he golf cart.
Single players would easily pass us up.with no hesitation from the groups.
Agem of a place
A Great 9 hole experience.
I love this track! The employees there (especially Derrick) are very accommodating and helpful to their customers.
It has 3 of the toughest par 4’s I play (holes 2,3 and 4) some beautiful views of Lake Michigan. It’s a great bang for the buck!
Great Views
Came here on a Monday at 5pm after some rain. Had the whole course to myself. Place is in great shape sans a couple spots on some fairways. Amazing views of Lake Michigan. I love that 9 hole course.
Thank you so much for your review! We are happy to hear you had a great time on our course and enjoyed the amazing views. We hope to see you back again soon.
Thanks so much for your review, Kevin! We are happy to hear you love this track and found our staff so accommodating. We hope to see you back soon.