Course Details
- Architect(s): Charles Maddox & Frank P. MacDonald (1924) & Bob Lohmann (Renovation)
- Par: 71
- Yardage: 6,478
- Rating: 71.7
- Slope: 130
Course Score
- Course Conditions: 5
- Green Complexes: 6
- Amenities: 6
- Practice Facilities: 6
- Service: 6
- Course Design: 6
- Value: 6
Total Score: 5.84
Course Review
The Good: This goofy, yet enjoyable sporty Charles Maddox & Frank P. MacDonald design from 1924 was purchased by the Village of Bartlett in the late 1970’s. Now one of the better municipal courses in the western Chicago suburbs, it has a nice parkland feel with several interesting short Par-4’s and a unique feature of a closing Par-3! Considering it is Covid-19 season, I didn’t get a chance to see the clubhouse or meet staff, but the service over the phone was very pleasant. Good course conditions considering all the recent rain and fun, undulating small greens were in good shape. Has what appears to be a very nice driving range, although it wasn’t open. Good value, especially if you can get a deal.
The Bad: The routing is odd with several similar length Par-4’s side-by-side on the front half & a few claustrophic holes on the back nine due to overhanging trees. The Par-5’s are fairly uninteresting compared to the nice quartet of Par-3’s. No on-course restrooms.
The Verdict: Bartlett Hills is another solid option in the public golf rich area in the western Chicago burbs. Would be even better if they take a chainsaw to some trees. Fun track!
Best Hole: The 2nd hole is a strategic gem to get your blood pumping. A downhill tree shot requires either a conservative iron off the tee or a demanding cut fade to carry a creek.
Midwest Golf Tripper 