Wedgewood Golf Course

Wedgewood Golf Course

If you’re looking for a course that won’t eat your whole Saturday, Wedgewood delivers. We usually knock out the front 9 in under two hours, no slow groups, no waiting around.

Rate: Resident 9- $36 // Non-Resident 9 – $44

Par Mix: Mostly par 4s, two par 3s on the front

Holes: 9 or 18 Hole

Overview

This is where Mike’s Monday league plays, and it’s one of the regular stops for a quick 9 or a full 18. Rates are fine, better if you live nearby. Built in 1970, it plays to a par 72 with water coming into play on about a third of the holes and wind that’s part of every round.

The bar has snacks and hot dogs, the pro shop crew is great, and beverage carts actually run the course, something that’s gotten rare these days. There’s also a big driving range to loosen up on before you tee off.

Scorecard

Silver Lake Rolling Hills
Layout
Usually the front 9, but 18 if you want. No waiting on slow groups, done in 1.5 to 2 hours.
Conditions
Holds up well overall. Greens take a beating from unrepaired ball marks, but bunkers, fairways, and rough are all solid.
Amenities
Bar with snacks and hot dogs, pro shop with good people, beverage carts on course, large driving range.
Price
Fair, better if you're a resident.
Honest Take
A dependable, fast round with a real local-course feel. Nothing crazy, just some solid golf.
Who It's Best For
Golfers in the south Chicago suburbs who want to get in and out without getting stuck behind slow play.

What’s good

  • Front 9 moves fast, rarely stuck behind slow groups.
  • Bar and pro shop staff are great.
  • Beverage cart actually comes around.
  • Large driving range to warm up.

What’s not

  • Non-resident pricing isn’t the best deal.
  • Greens suffer when other golfers don’t fix their marks.

Gallery

Verdict: 4.1 Breakfast Balls out of 5

If you are anywhere in the south Chicago suburbs, this could be worth a visit if you're looking for a new spot. Fast rounds, a good bar, and a pro shop full of good people keep this in regular rotation. Just budget for non-resident rates and don't expect tour-quality greens.
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