Shepherd's Crook GC
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4.7
721 Reviews (721)
5 Stars
518
4 Stars
177
3 Stars
16
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
4
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.7
Layout
4.8
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.3
98.2%
Recommend this course
708 out of 721 reviews
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4.6
9 Reviews (9)
5 Stars
6
4 Stars
2
3 Stars
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0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.4
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.9
88.9%
Recommend this course
8 out of 9 reviews
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4.7
65 Reviews (65)
5 Stars
53
4 Stars
8
3 Stars
2
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2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.8
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.8
96.9%
Recommend this course
63 out of 65 reviews
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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.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Links
Par 71
Length 6827 yards
Slope 130
Rating 72.1
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Course Details

Year Built 1999
Golf Season Open: 4/01 Closed: 11/01
Architect Keith Foster (1999) Kevin Hargrave (1999)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Golf Simulator Yes
Indoor Practice Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

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

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Reviews

4.7
721 Reviews (721)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 9
Course Challenges Include:
Undulating Greens 31
Bunkers 17
Thick Rough 15
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 26
Locals 18
Walkers 13
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 27
In the 'Burbs 15

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Played On
Reviews 50
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Never disappoints.

Course layout and condition is top notch.

Only thing I can complain about is the geese issue on the the 7th green.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 35
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Great Course

Conditioning of the course was excellent.

The course superintendent has done a great job.

The green are fast, fairways in great condition and the rough is long and penal.

The bunkers have very good sand and are deep.

Interesting layout and country club quality.

It is worth the drive to play this course

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 20
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 83
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played

Challenging golf course

Course is in great condition. Very challenging especially with the sloppy and fast greens. Perfect link style course. Wonderful and friendly staff, Enjoyed playing this course,

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Only negative is their GPS system doesn't show where pin is located on green and since I don't use a range finder sometimes the pins were not where I believed. Other than that, great golf course!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 42
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Diamond in the rough

Shepherds Crook Golf Course has to be one of the most meticulously cared for golf courses in southeastern Wisconsin. Beautiful course, Friendly staff, and spectacular Brats. Amazing putting green will get you prepared for the challenging greens you will encounter throughout your round. Do yourself a solid and play Shepherds Crook, you’ll be majorly impressed.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 07/11/2025:
Thanks for the glowing feedback! It’s always a pleasure hearing that guests had a fantastic time. Hope to see you again soon!
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Hidden Gem in Zion

The layout is fun/challenging and it's in great shape. You won't be disappointed!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 07/07/2025:
Thank you for the awesome review! We're so glad to hear you had a great experience and look forward to having you back again.
Played On
Reviews 50
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

One of the three best courses in Lake County, Illinois

I’ve been playing this golf course since it first opened nearly 25 years ago and it keeps getting better and better. I almost don’t want to put such a great review in as it seems a lot of people have started catching onto what a great course this is. It was nice when we had it to our self and not as many people knew about it. But that would be selfish and really I think this is just a gem of a course that lots of people would enjoy playing. The only negatives that there’s no driving range but they put in a really cool potting range not long ago. Highly recommend…

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Quality Course

Great course at reasonable price! Always enjoy playing!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 06/16/2025:
We really appreciate the five-star rating! It’s great to know you enjoyed your visit — we’ll keep working to make every experience just as good.
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great track

Shepherd's crook is a great track. I'll be back for sure.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 06/16/2025:
We really appreciate the five-star rating! It’s great to know you enjoyed your visit — we’ll keep working to make every experience just as good.
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Previously Played

Pro Shop Attendant Needs to Figure Out a Better Payment System

Booked through GolfNow as a prepaid tee time. I show up to check in at the pro shop. Attendant tells me it’s not prepaid. Sorry buddy, it is. I said I’ll show you right here on the GolfNow app and I’ll show you the credit card charge. Then proceeds to tell me they don’t do discounts. No crap, it’s a discount through GolfNow, not Shepherds Crook. Tried to make us pay twice but I refused showing multiple forms of proof. Then, this guy says it’s a walking rate. Sir, it literally shows ‘CART INCLUDED’ on the tee time. Please figure this out so it doesn’t happen twice because now I’m out of $60 since one of our spots got there early and paid, and now won’t be me for the tee time. Attendant needs an attitude check.

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Response from on 06/11/2025:
Thanks for your review. We know there’s room to improve, and we’re already working to enhance things. We’d love a second chance to give you a better experience.
Played On
Reviews 45
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

It’s a little bit off of any main highways, but it’s worth the trip. The course layout is beautiful and there aren’t many flat on the greens or fairways, but if you like links golf, you will feel like you’re in Ireland. The staff is great. It’s worth playing.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 34
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Wonderful

First time playing here.

Everything about course was excellent.

Tip practice putting will help your round

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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