GolfPass Icon
Rating Index Rating
Tooltip Information Icon
4.3
501 Reviews (501)
5 Stars
231
4 Stars
194
3 Stars
53
2 Stars
18
1 Stars
5
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.1
93.6%
Recommend this course
447 out of 501 reviews
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
4.3
12 Reviews (12)
5 Stars
4
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.3
100.0%
Recommend this course
12 out of 12 reviews
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
4.3
30 Reviews (30)
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.3
93.3%
Recommend this course
28 out of 30 reviews
Read Reviews
frame.svg
AI summaries based on real golfer reviews
circle-star.svg
Course Highlights
Stonewolf consistently earns praise for its well-maintained fairways, true fast greens, and a challenging layout that rewards experienced golfers. Friendly staff, GPS-equipped carts, and a standout driving range make this course a top-value pick in the area.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6943 yards
Slope 137
Rating 73.5

Stonewolf Golf Club is one of only four courses designed by Jack Nicklaus in Illinois and Missouri and it is also one of his only public access designs. Nicklaus created a shotmaker's layout with a variety of different holes. He also incorporated his signature style of bunkering, which you'll remember for their shape, design, and placement. This is not a golf course where you'll be able to just grip it and rip it. Thoughtful strategy and careful club selection off the tees are essential for doing well. Stonewolf Golf Club opens with a tough trio of holes, ending with a short par 4 that requires a forced carry to a severe green that features a tricky elevation change right in the middle of the surface. There is also a lateral hazard on the left, and five bunkers bordering the right side.

Book a Tee Time at
Stonewolf Golf Club
Powered by GolfNow.com

Course Details

Year Built 1997
Fairways Zoysia Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Jack Nicklaus (1997) Bruce Borland

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf Simulator Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Indoor Practice Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Snacks

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Illinois (2016 #20)
The Best Way To Book Is With GolfPass+ Annual
golf ball.svg
$120 in monthly tee time promo codes
waivedfees
12 rounds of waived fees
redeemtrophy
GolfPass Member Pricing
teetime protection.svg
Tee Time Protection

Reviews

4.3
501 Reviews (501)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 16
Patio Dining 7
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 28
Elevation Changes 27
Water Hazards 17
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 22
A Weekend Splurge 17
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 16
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 20
Convenient to the City 18
In the 'Burbs 6

Numbers based on reviews tagged with attribute.

Advanced Filters
Overall Rating
Recommended
Handicap
Age
Type of Golfer
Gender
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Good challenging course

The tee boxes were in good shape. The cart path is all concrete. The fairways were almost all in good shape. There were spots here and there that needed attention, but overall in good shape. Good variety of hole layouts. Made for a fun round.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course

One of the nicest courses in the area. Very tough, sand protecting the greens. Can't wait to go back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Somewhat over priced.

Got green fee for $35 on a hot deal. Fairways were in poor shape. Greens were nice though. The majority of the Bunkers were washed out, but I did see the grounds crew working on it. Would have been worth $20 tops.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Wonderful course!

This course was in great condition and the staff was friendly. I look forward to playing here again soon!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

very challenging

Great time lot's of different holes to play very good shape

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 95
Skill Intermediate
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing

Great layout

Zoyza fairways were ok as it is not warm enough to grow turf
Greens were in great shape-rolled and cut today. True and relatively fast
Check in was very fast! Staff did good!
Played in four hours but jumped around to do so-no problem! Very enjoyable round !

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

eXCEELENT VIEW

THE VIEW OF COURSE S FANTASTIC. THe couse condition is OK.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Stonewolf

Nice course, well kept. Enjoyed playing there. It can be priced too high at times.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Poor weather
Used cart

Exceptionally Designed, Great Challenge

Preface this review with the fact it was 35* and overcast with a slight breeze the day after New Year's. There was a group teeing off right before us and another starting 20 min later so the staff (very friendly btw) let us start on 10, so we didn't run into anyone all day! Obviously since it is winter it was cart path only, but that was the only thing that slowed pace. Also, since it was winter I won't focus on course condition, though it was very much playable. Now, the best part for last...what an absolute gem of a design...drastic elevation changes, forced carries, undulating greens, strategically placed/deep bunkers, water challenges all in a magnificently beautiful setting! I can't wait to play it again in season!!

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great variety

I wasn't sure which tees to play, so I picked the middle (blue). I will move back a set when I play there again, but it was nice not feeling beat up when I was finished. The course was in good shape despite recent heavy rain. The greens were slower than I expected, but with the multiple levels that was probably a good thing. Lots of elevation change throughout made the club selection on the tee very important. I really enjoyed the variety of holes. The short par 4's make for a fun round. I play very fast when I'm alone. Two groups let me play through with no trouble, and was able to play in 2 1/2 hours before it got dark. I will definitely play it again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Fair weather
Used cart

Great layout; not so great conditioning

The layout and routing are really interesting and often challenging. Greens where very good to excellent; fairways were good, but I have played better zoysia. Some of the traps were horrible; hard packed; bottomed out next to french drains. Signs that indicated to me that staffing of maintenance might be less than needed.
Would probably play again because of how interesting the layout is, but certainly would expect better conditions in traps (since there are so many).

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Stonewolf

We love this coarse. You will want to stay out of the many deep bunkers that weren't taken care of. Greens need attention.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Love this course

I can never turn down playing this course for less than $40. This is one of my favorite courses to play in the St. Louis area. Challenging holes but not impossible. I would highly recommend checking this place out.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
First Time Playing

Sad for Nicklaus

Upity help for a public course. Layout not bad, had help from a local veteran named Allen. Greens were horrid. Ball would leave putting surface 6 to 8 times in a 6ft putt. Hairy and horribly taken care of. Ball marks poorly fixed. Little to no sand in pot bunkers, though landed in only in a couple. Would have been enjoyable if better taken care of. The company of someone familiar with the course, was the only thing that kept me and my wife from leaving short.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course is in great shape.

This summer has been good for golf. This course is still green and in great shape. Stonewolf has the friendliest staff around. Go play it today.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 45
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Great course, bad experience

It was too hot to play, which, when coupled with a wet course that meant carts had to stay on the paths and a lack of drinking water on the course, made it a bad overall experience. The course is a fun course and moderately challenging during better conditions, but the staff could have provided more watering holes on the course. We never even saw a refreshment cart until we drove off the course.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Fair weather
Used cart

Wet day

The course, tee boxes and greens were in perfrect shape. We played on a rainey day and it had rained hard the previous two days so the bunkers were in poor shape. But looking at the course I doubt that is the case normally.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course, horrible staff

This course was one of the most beautiful and fun courses I've ever played. Cliff shots, accessible par 5s, and fun course to ride in the cart up and down hills. But when it comes to the staff, they need a reality check. The pace of play was awful. It took us 5+ hours to play on a Friday afternoon. They sent groups of 6 off in front of us on hole 10 while making the turn. They had no rangers making sure the pace of play was maintained. Waited 10 minutes at least per shot. 3 to 4 groups on every hole. The head pro told us right before we teed of the pace would get moving after the first tee. He eneded up playing behind us the whole time and if be thought that pace was normal he must not know how to run a golf course. The staff was incompetent and things need to be run differently there. I would go back strictly for the course design and views. But if I had to wait that long on each hole, I'd complain and demand my money back.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course but...

Really enjoyed this course and it was a really great deal. However, there was a foursome in front of is with an extra two people watching them that took forever. We waited a minimum of 5 minutes every hole. The rangers yelled at them, but they did not speed up. They had a 12 year old with them who was not playing but would just drive the cart around. The watchers would hang back so we couldn't hit even if the golfers were on the green. The little kid would play in the sand and not rake anything. If it wasn't for the group in front of us, everything would be 5 stars. Staff is very friendly and cart girl comes by every 3 holes.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Terrible Greens

I love the golf course and continue to give the course a chance at getting the greens at least close to the level of the numerous surrounding courses where the greens are truly excellent but once again bad experience. The greens once again were rough, slow and just plain awful. The Head Pro was very courteous and yet when I asked how are the greens he said 'they are excellent'. I can only come to the conclusion he unfortunately does not get a chance to play at Spencer Olin, Far Oaks, Annbriar to name a few in the area that truly do have 'excellent' greens. While the price is good, there are simply too many other courses in the area where the greens are in great condition. Disappointed yet again.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Nearby Courses
Caseyville, Illinois
Public
4.2805141952
592
Belleville, Illinois
Public
3.5294117647
136
Belleville, Illinois
Private
0.0
0
Shiloh, Illinois
Public
4.2777663513
138
Cahokia Heights, Illinois
Public
2.3749515617
200
Belleville, Illinois
Public/Municipal
4.324713167
104
Fairmont City, Illinois
Public
3.8318560301
104
Granite City, Illinois
Public
4.1110880111
136
Belleville, Illinois
Public
3.0
1
Scott AFB, Illinois
Military
3.477124183
13
Madison, Illinois
Public
4.4422112128
532
Granite City, Illinois
Public
3.6768070396
432
Now Reading
  • Home

  • Memberships

  • Library

  • Account