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Shepherd's Crook Golf Course

351 N Green Bay Rd, Zion, Illinois 60099, Lake County
(847) 872-2080
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4.7
746 Reviews
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About

Holes 18
Par 71
Length 6827 yds
Rating 72.1
Slope 130
Type Public
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Course Details

Rentals & Services

Golf Carts
Pull Carts
Golf Clubs

Practice & Instruction

Driving Range
Golf Simulator
Indoor Practice
Putting Green

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Credit Cards Accepted All major credit cards welcomed
Metal Spikes
Walking Allowed
Year Built 1999
Golf Season Open: 4/01 Closed: 11/01
Architect(s) Keith Foster (1999) Kevin Hargrave (1999)

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Rating Index
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4.7
4.7 out of 5 stars, based on 746 reviews
97.3%
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746
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  • 2 Stars
  • 1 Stars
  • Conditions
    4.6
  • Value
    4.7
  • Layout
    4.8
  • Friendliness
    4.7
  • Pace
    4.6
  • Amenities
    4.2
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Course Highlights
Shepherd's Crook delivers meticulously maintained bent grass fairways, fast complex greens, and deep bunkers at outstanding value for a public course. Exceptionally friendly staff and a consistently brisk pace of play make every round a rewarding experience.

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Golfers Often Mention

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 9
Course Challenges:
Undulating Greens 31
Bunkers 17
Thick Rough 15
Best For:
Advanced Golfers 26
Locals 18
Walkers 13
Location is:
Worth the Drive 27
In the 'Burbs 15

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u882836101
Review 1
Recommended
Played

Great challenge for seniors

This course is absolutely a great test for me and my brothers who are all over 70 years old. We played there many times in 2021 and had a great experience every round. Weekly rates, play pace for us were great and food and drink was excellent. Looking forward to many more rounds in 2022.

Previously Played
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 4.0
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u077974818
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Love it

I,, we, love your course. You keep the course in very good condition and the pace of play is good.

Unfortunately, my playing partner is very cheap and will only play your course when we have GroupGolfer or Golf Moose certificates.

Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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3Pnd1O7o9uESvDLZDpfq
Review 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

General Review Of Course And Facilities

We refer to Shepherd's Crook as the hidden gem of the Northshore. We love the course, really love the new deck area that was added this past year. Our only wish is that the course had some type of practice range other than the putting green. Purchase the apple orchard next door and put in a driving range and we would play the course more often than we currently do. I reside in Vernon Hills and live on the White Deer Run golf course, whereas, it takes about 30 minutes of drive time to get to Shepherd's Crook.

Again, we love the course, it just needs a practice facility. Last, the food is excellent!

Down the middle - Greg Pohlmann

Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
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Commented on 01/10/2022

Hi 3Pnd1O7o9uESvDLZDpfq,

Let us first say that we are so glad to hear you enjoyed your visit. We work hard to create an enjoyable experience so you can focus on enjoying yourself and let us do the rest. We also want to thank you for your honest and constructive criticism of the course.

We are going to escalate your review to our team in charge and do everything we can to improve before your next game.

Thank you for visiting and playing at Shepherd's Crook Golf Course. We hope to see you again soon!

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u000002827768
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Regular

We play every Wednesday morning so know the course well. It's in excellent condition and is marshaled regularly in case there are any slower players that interrupt pace of play. Highly recommend the course.

Previously Played
Windy 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 4.0
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Commented on 01/10/2022

Thank you for your review, u000002827768. We will pass along your positive experience to our team at Shepherd's Crook Golf Course. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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jriv
Reviews 52
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great course

The course was in great November condition. The greens were quick with lots of undulations. Some of the pins were in very challenging placements, but I enjoyed the challenge. Shepherds Crook is one of my favorite courses to play. It’s worth traveling 40 miles to play. I’ll be back often.

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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 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 11/11/2021

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Shepherd's Crook Golf Course.

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u314159634604
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once 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
Pace 5.0
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Commented on 11/03/2021

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Shepherd's Crook Golf Course!

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pexl
Reviews 2
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy 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 5.0
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Commented on 11/01/2021

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Shepherd's Crook Golf Course!

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u000007330153
T O P 1000
Reviews 118
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Top public course in chicago.

Top course especially others with full of fallen leafs.

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Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 10/29/2021

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Shepherd's Crook Golf Course.

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giglr6156
Reviews 48
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 10/29/2021

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Shepherd's Crook Golf Course!

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ggmyg
T O P 1000
Reviews 83
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great course

Course in great condition. Pin placement on the greens are.tough and greens fast. Very challenging.

Enjoyed playing this course.

Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 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
Amenities 5.0
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Commented on 10/29/2021

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Shepherd's Crook Golf Course.

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GolfJuice10
Reviews 2
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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Commented on 10/25/2021

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Shepherd's Crook Golf Course!

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StevePistol
T O P 250
Reviews 272
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Always awesome

74 degrees on a late October day. Great course and only $21 ! How can it get any better...

Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
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
Difficulty 3.0
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Commented on 10/21/2021

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Shepherd's Crook Golf Course.

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u6722019
T O P 500
Reviews 78
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
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
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 10/20/2021

Thank you for visiting us at Shepherd's Crook Golf Course. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

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u000004206732
Reviews 9
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
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Commented on 10/20/2021

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Shepherd's Crook Golf Course!

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Mody135
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once 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
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Commented on 10/20/2021

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Shepherd's Crook Golf Course!

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u000002372598
Reviews 22
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 10/19/2021

Thank you for visiting us at Shepherd's Crook Golf Course. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

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George8615362
Reviews 35
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Hidden Gem per my son , great track challenging holes and the greens OMG. Highly recommend worth the drive from the city

Verified Purchaser
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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Commented on 10/19/2021

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Shepherd's Crook Golf Course!

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u000004092629
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 10/18/2021

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Shepherd's Crook Golf Course!

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u089577496
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played

Horrible staff

I’ve been coming here for years and love the course but the staff is probably the worst in Chicago. Never coming back and I’d advise anyone else not to as well.

Previously Played
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Layout 1.0
Friendliness 1.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 1.0
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Commented on 10/29/2021

Thank you for taking the time to review and leave your feedback of your recent round with us. We would like to apologize for any inconvenience you experienced at the course with us. Your feedback is extremely important to us. It is always our utmost goal to provide our golfers with a fun and enjoyable time and apologize if we missed the mark. We will work on making changes and hope to see you back again.

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chianlynn3
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Playing Shepherds Crook in wet condition

Despite the wet conditions and the 90 degree cart rule, both of us enjoyed playing the course. As wet as it was, the fairways and greens were in excellent condition. Will definitely play it again under sunny and drier condition. Excellent maintenance job by the ground crew.

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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 10/18/2021

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Shepherd's Crook Golf Course.

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