How is the course?:
The course opened in 1931. This relatively short course is ideal for walking. The fairways are tree lined but fairly open. The terrain is rolling, plus sand bunkers and water hazards often come into play. Discounts are available for seniors and juniors on the weekdays. The scorecard doesn't show handicaps for individual holes. The ladies' par is actually 76. Paul Gabriel designed the course. The course has 18 holes. The course includes waterhazards. And has 11-20 sandbunkers.
Grasses:
Green Grass: Bent Grass
Fairway Grass: Bermuda Grass
Fees range from $30 - $60.
Rating:
We rate this course 3 stars out of 5.
Contact information for Cloverleaf Golf Course:
3555 Fosterburg Rd
62002 Alton, Illinois
Madison county.
Phone: 618-462-3022
Course description:
The course was built in 1955. This course, located in a region full of bluffs, is exceptionally scenic during the fall. The terrain is gently rolling, so expect uneven lies. However, the small greens are fast, and the fairways afford generous landing areas. Furthermore, water hazards come into play on six holes, and numerous sand bunkers have been positioned on the fairways are around the greens. Robert B. Harris designed the course. Lockhaven Country Club has 18 holes. The course includes waterhazards. And has 91-100 sandbunkers.
Grasses:
Green Grass: Bent Grass
Fairway Grass: Bermuda Grass
Fees range from $60 - $90.
Rating:
This course gets 4 stars out of 5.
Contact information for Lockhaven Country Club:
Lockhaven Rd
62002 Alton, Illinois
Madison county.
Phone: 618-466-2441
How is the course?:
The course opened in 1887. This slightly hilly course features tree-lined fairways, so be prepared for some interesting lies. The greens are fast, and a creek flowing throughout the entire course will come into play on several occasions. This course has 18 holes. The course includes waterhazards. And has 1-10 sandbunkers.
Grasses:
Green Grass: Bent Grass
Fairway Grass: Bluegrass
Fees are in the range $30 - $60.
Our rating:
We give this course 4 stars out of 5.
Contact information for Sioux Golf & Country Club:
1112 6th Ave
51003 Alton, Illinois
Sioux county.
Phone: 712-756-4513
How is the course?:
The course opened in 1989. This course was built on rolling hills and offers many scenic views of the surrounding countryside. Water hazards come into play on nine holes. In addition, shot accuracy is essential because numerous sand bunkers have been positioned on the fairways and around the greens. The "St. Louis Post Dispatch" rated this as the #1 course in the area for the past three years. "Golf Digest" rated this course as the 10th "Best Public Course" in the state for 1996, and as the 65th best under the category of "America's Top 75 Affordable Courses" in their 1996 list of "America's Best Golf Courses Everyone Can Play." The club hosted the 1996 USGA Women's Public Links Championship. Arnold Palmer designed the course. This course has 18 holes. The course includes waterhazards. And has 51-60 sandbunkers.
Grasses:
Green Grass: Bent Grass
Fairway Grass: Zoysia Grass
Fees range from $60 - $90.
Our opinion:
We give this course 3 stars out of 5.
Contact information for Spencer T. Olin Community Golf Course:
4701 College Ave
62002 Alton, Illinois
Madison county.
Phone: 618-465-3111
How is the course?:
The course opened in 1994. If you enjoy playing a course with lots of water hazards, this is the course for you. Water comes into play from creeks and lakes on fourteen of the eighteen holes. The first two holes are relatively flat with a fairway creek to be crossed, the next seven holes you will enter into a hilly wooded area with elevated tees. The first three holes on the back nine are hilly. A particularly interesting hole is #3, a 199-yard, par 3, with a 450-foot high elevated tee box. The final holes are links-style. Hole #18, a 512-yard, par 5, can be viewed from the clubhouse restaurant and bar. Senior discounts are available on Tuesday and Thursday. Cart access on the fairways is weather dependant. Terry & Bruce Hansen designed the course. This course has 18 holes. The course includes waterhazards. And has 31-40 sandbunkers.
Grasses:
Green Grass: Bent Grass
Fairway Grass: Zoysia Grass
Fees range from $30 - $60.
Rating:
This course gets 3 stars out of 5.
Contact information for Woodlands Golf Club, The:
2839 Harris Ln
62002 Alton, Illinois
Madison county.
Phone: 618-462-1456
How is the course?:
The course opened in 1927. This course was built on a gently rolling terrain and features wide fairways and medium-sized greens. However, the course is easy to walk and ideal for the beginner. Discounts are only available for seniors on weekdays. The course has 18 holes. The course includes waterhazards. And has 1-10 sandbunkers.
Grasses:
Green Grass: Bent Grass
Fairway Grass: Bermuda Grass
Fees are in the range $30 - $60.
Our opinion:
We give this course 4 stars out of 5.
Contact information for Alton Municipal Golf Course:
1 Golf Rd
62002 Alton, Illinois
Madison county.
Phone: 618-465-9861
How is the course?:
The course was built in 1912. This course was built on rolling hills and is located in a very scenic park. The fairways are tight and tree lined, and the greens are medium in speed and size. In addition, a creek comes into play several times. Tom Bendelow designed the course. This course has 18 holes. The course includes waterhazards. And has 1-10 sandbunkers.
Grasses:
Green Grass: Bent Grass
Fairway Grass: Bluegrass
Fees are in the range $30 - $60.
Our opinion:
This course gets 3 stars out of 5.
Contact information for Rock Spring Golf Course:
Rock Springs Park
62002 Alton, Illinois
Madison county.
Phone: 618-465-9898
What is the course like?:
The course opened in 1500. The fairways on this course are fairly wide with a few being tree lined. This course was built on hilly terrain, so there will be a lot of uneven lies. Water hazards come into play on four holes, and sand bunkers are sprinkled throughout the design. The large greens are undulating, but can hold a shot well. The course includes waterhazards. And has 1-10 sandbunkers.
Grasses:
Green Grass: Bent Grass
Fairway Grass: Bermuda Grass
Fees are around $30 - $60.
Rating:
We give this course 3 stars out of 5.
Contact information for Roseland Golf Course:
200 Wonderland Dr
62002 Alton, Illinois
Madison county.
Phone: 618-462-7673