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Highland Woods Golf Course

2775 N Ela Rd, Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60195, Cook County
(847) 359-5850
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Holes 18
Par 72
Length 6934 yds
Rating 72.5
Slope 124
Type Public
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Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes
Walking Allowed

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Year Built 1976
Fairways Blue Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect(s) William J. Spear (1976)
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4.3
4.3 out of 5 stars, based on 865 reviews
93.4%
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865
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  • 2 Stars
  • 1 Stars
  • Conditions
    4.0
  • Value
    4.3
  • Layout
    4.4
  • Friendliness
    4.4
  • Pace
    4.0
  • Amenities
    3.8
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Course Highlights
Highland Woods delivers an impressive course layout with consistently solid conditions and friendly staff that keep golfers coming back. The course offers strong value for money with a reliable pace of play throughout the week.

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Golfers Often Mention

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 8
Course Challenges:
Bunkers 18
Thick Rough 12
Water Hazards 11
Best For:
Locals 21
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 12
Beginners 11
Location is:
In the 'Burbs 27
Convenient to the City 10
Near the Airport 9

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u314168312237
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 05/29/2026

Thank your for the great 4 star review. Would love to hear more about how we can increase the experience. Please reach out at info.highlandwoods@forestpreservegolf.com

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u314162992258
Reviews 18
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
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u647499027
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Great Muni Course

I have played here many times over the last 20 years and it's hasn't changed too much. I think it's right in the middle for playability. Offers enough challenge for the scratch player but not too much where the higher handicap players will get killed. I do wish they kept the greens a little nicer and maintained the bunkers better. But I think part of that is it seems nobody who plays here fixes their ball marks or divots. Overall it's a great course and I will continue to play it and would recommend to anyone.

Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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Commented on 05/29/2026

We appreciate the 4 start review. We also appreciate the constructive criticism. We do our best to keep up with the ball marks on the greens and will continue to do all we can to improve conditions.

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uFGEW1313BR
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 05/29/2026

Thank you for the great review

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u000007761890
Reviews 93
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
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 4.0
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Commented on 05/29/2026

Thank you for the great review. Would love to hear more about how we can improve your experience. Please reach out at info.highlandwoods@forestpreservegolf.com

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u314160221458
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 05/29/2026

Thank you for the great review. Would love to hear more about how we can improve your experience. Please reach out at info.highlandwoods@forestpreservegolf.com

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tom0191
Reviews 13
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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Commented on 05/29/2026

We appreciate the great 5 star review. Hope to see you back out at the course soon

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Amrutpatel
T O P 500
Reviews 103
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Gem in the woods

Course in excellent shape. Very good greens after aeration. I wish sand bottles had sand to fill divots. Megan in the golf shop was great. I would play there again.

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Top 500 Contributor
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
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Commented on 05/29/2026

We truly appreciate you taking the time to post this great review. We also appreciate the bringing the empty sand bottles to our attention. Hope to see you on the course soon.

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Amrutpatel
T O P 500
Reviews 103
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great shape

Excellent shape. Greens recently punched but rolling very smooth. I am visiting from Orlando and love to play here once a year. I would highly recommend this course.

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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
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Commented on 05/29/2026

Thank you for the great 5 star review.

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frank22045
Reviews 58
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

EVERYTHING ABOUT THE COURSE WAS GOOD AS ALWAYS , HOWEVER THE GREENS MAY HAVE NEEDED SOME EXTRA HELP BECAUSE I WAS SURPRISED TO SEE THEM AIRATED THIS PART OF THE SEASON

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Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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Commented on 05/29/2026

Appreciate the 5 star review. Greens are completely healed from the early season aeration and rolling great.

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SpiroRoberts
Reviews 13
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 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Larry7514179
Reviews 100
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
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Yoshi0825
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

This course has nice view and wider

It is everything good for me from booking easily and to end all procedure

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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Squirrelsac6
Reviews 26
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Perfect early season round

If you’re just picking up the sticks after the winter season, this is a great course to play your first round at! It’s a very open layout that you can’t get into to much trouble with. Had fun!

Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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u426524335
Reviews 2
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

One of my favorites

This course offers reasonable prices and just the right amount of challenges. It is one of my favorite local courses

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 2.0
Difficulty 3.0
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u809286213
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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u000007304824
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
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
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jimboad2
Reviews 44
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Always a fun course

Always a fun course to play at. Nice driving range and friendly staff.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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Mike1960R
T O P 1000
Reviews 103
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Mike1960R
T O P 1000
Reviews 103
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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