Bonnie Brook GC
A view from a fairway at Bonnie Brook Golf Course.
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4.6
406 Reviews (406)
5 Stars
248
4 Stars
137
3 Stars
16
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
4
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.6
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.2
98.9%
Recommend this course
394 out of 406 reviews
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4.7
9 Reviews (9)
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6
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0
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Conditions
4.4
Value
4.5
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.8
100.0%
Recommend this course
9 out of 9 reviews
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4.6
29 Reviews (29)
5 Stars
18
4 Stars
9
3 Stars
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Conditions
4.4
Value
4.6
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.7
100.0%
Recommend this course
29 out of 29 reviews
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Course Highlights
Bonnie Brook delivers consistently excellent conditions with fast greens, well-maintained fairways, and a layout that balances challenge with accessibility for all skill levels. Exceptionally friendly staff and outstanding value make this north suburbs gem a highly recommended round.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Woodland
Par 72
Length 6640 yards
Slope 128
Rating 72.3

Bonnie Brook Golf Course, known amongst locals as simply "The Brook," is one of the most popular public courses on the North Shore. It has even been ranked as one of the top 50 public golf courses in the Chicagoland area. Designed in 1926 by James Foulis, the course has a classic feel to it with challenges that have withstood the test of time. The layout sprawls across a scenic natural landscape accented with gently rolling hills, tall native grasses, and sparkling lakes. The north branch of the Waukegan River also meanders through part of the golf course. The Bonnie Brook layout offers enough of a challenge for advanced players with narrow, tree-lined fairways and subtly tricky undulations throughout the spacious greens, but it is a round that is player friendly enough for any skill level to enjoy.

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Course Details

Year Built 1926
Fairways Bent Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Open: 4/01 Closed: 12/01
Architect James Foulis (1926) Bob Lohmann

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Conference Facilities, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.6
406 Reviews (406)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 15
Patio Dining 7
Course Challenges Include:
Undulating Greens 12
Thick Rough 11
Water Hazards 9
This course/club is great for:
Locals 13
Seniors 11
Walkers 11
This Course's Location is:
In the 'Burbs 16
Worth the Drive 12

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Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Stormy weather keeps most golfers at bay

While we were stymied by two rain squals and an untrained (golf etiquette) high school golf team out for pre-season practice, it was an open course and my partner and me played in 3 1/2 hours. The course was in very good condition with few exceptions. The multiple sets of tees make for use of the "Play it Forward" theme of the PGA/USGA workable and enjoyable for nearly all skill levels. Would play it again thanks to the staff and course conditions.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Beautiful day on a nice open course

Truly a great bargain. A great course with all th amenities

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

An Excellent Challenge

This course was in excellent condition, and it's a gorgeous neighborhood course. I was impressed from the first tee for the value and location. The sand traps need more sand though.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

This is a wonderful traditional course with beautiful trees and wide fairways.

This course is challenging with so many tree lined fairways and tough rough. It also has large greens and some difficult pin placements.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Great value for the money.

I wish this course was a little closer to home because it is always in great shape and its perfect for the average golfer. Kudos to the staff at Bonnie Brook the course is in beautiful shape.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Featured
Verified Purchaser

Great mature setting, combination of Fun and challenging holes

Bonnie Brook is always an enjoyable experience. The pricing is fair and the course is well maintained. With several challenging holes and a few risk reward shorter holes that get your pulse going.

Nice clubhouse, great grilled chicken, and a full bar make this a nice place to unwind after playing.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Easy
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