SPRING HAS SPRUNG! 20+ COURSES FOR EARLY SEASON SAVINGS

After a few starts and stops, spring is finally here in the Windy City and the 2019 golf season is in full swing. While the area courses are rounding into shape, some great early season deals are available.  Here are over 20 options for spring savings, all rates referenced are published on the course websites, but always check to confirm as rates can change without notice. Many clubs also use dynamic pricing models for even more potential savings for online bookings. If your favorite track isn't listed, give them a call to see what specials they may be offering. Have fun!

SOUTH
BALMORAL WOODS (Crete) - Dramatic rolling countryside near the Indiana border is a scenic play.  Following rates good through May 12th: M-F $25 walk/43 ride to 2 pm, $20/35 after 2.  SA-SU $32/55 to 10 am, $28/45 to 2 pm, $25/35 after 2. Seniors (55+) pay $35 (cart included), $32 after 2 pm weekdays.

CARILLON (Plainfield) - 27 hole links features three distinct Nines, with the Red & White loops my favorites. The $25 walk / $30 ride weekdays, $30 / $40 weekends are featured early season specials.

COG HILL (Lemont) - The #4 doesn't open until April 13th, but you can enjoy the other 3 classic courses before hand.  Rates thru the 12th are $29/46 weekdays and $36/53 on the #1 & 3 courses, a $10 savings over in season prices.  The #2 course is $46/63 everyday, $12 below summer fees.

COYOTE RUN (Flossmoor) - Architect Greg Martin fashioned a top park district track that is a fun play from start to finish.  Spring green fees are $23/33 M-F and $30/44 SA-SU, with 2 pm twilight $20/28 and $25/35 respectively.

GLENWOODIE (Glenwood) - The 16th hole is one of the toughest par 4's in the area, and there is plenty of other good holes at this parkland classic.  Off season rates are M-F $24/35, $20/27 after 1 pm and SA-SU $34/48, $25/39 after 10 am and $21/31 after 1.  Seniors 55 and over get an extra bonus of $20/29 weekdays.

MISTWOOD (Romeoville) - One of the best courses in Chicagoland will be opening April 11th, and spring rates will be in effect until the 26th.  M-TH rates are $70 in the morning and $50 after Noon.  .  Weekends (F-SU) are $85, $65 in the afternoon.  If you prefer to walk, take $15 off and save it for burger at McWethy's Tavern.

HERITAGE BLUFFS (Channahon) - Easy access off I-55 makes the drive worth it, as a far south suburban beauty awaits.  Spring rates are a bargain: $23 walk/$40 ride M-F, with $32 w/cart after 1 pm, while weekends are $27/44, $36 after 1.

SILVER LAKE (Orland Park) - The North and South 18's and the Rolling Hills 9 have been a part of the south suburbs golf scene for over 60 years.  18 holes is $27/46 weekdays and $33/52 weekends, with a mid day discount at $35/46 after 11 am.  Rolling Hills is $13/24 weekdays, add a dollar for weekends.

WEST
BLOOMINGDALE - Easy access off I-355 and Lake St at playable village facility. Rates are $20 walk/34 ride 1st hour M-F (extended to 2 pm Mondays), $27/41 to 2 pm TU-SU, $19/30 after 2.

EAGLEWOOD (Itasca) - Shorter length (6,000 yd par 72) resort course is a sneaky challenge with 65 bunkers and tricky greens.  Weekday rate is $42 w/cart, weekend $47, Seniors save $5. Rates good thru the end of April.
  
GLENDALE LAKES (Glendale Heights) - Dick Nugent served up a challenging track on a tight footprint that has love it / hate it characteristics, but the $20 walking rate each day is tough to beat.  Weekdays $20 walk / $30 ride before 11 am, $15/25 to 2 pm, $15/30 after 2.  Weekends $20/40 before 11 am, $15/35 to 2 pm, $15/30 after 2. 

HUGHES CREEK (Elburn) - Dramatic elevation changes at the start and finish offer great views of the Kane County countryside.  Rates are M-TH are $26/36, F $27/38, SA-SU $52 with cart, $28/42 after Noon.

KLEIN CREEK (Winfield) - Another unrelenting Dick Nugent design in the western burbs' offers great early season value.  Following rates in play thru May 14th. M-TH $45 F-SU $55 $10 off for walkers (all day M-F, after 10 am F-SU) 

NORTH
CRANE'S LANDING (Lincolnshire) - George Fazio design has water on 14 holes on 110 acres of preserved woodlands and is offering a $25 weekday rate with cart through April.

FOXFORD HILLS (Cary) - Championship course stretches to over 7,000 yds from the tips. April rates before 1 pm are $53 M-F, $63 SA-SU.  A 1 pm rate of $49 is available each day.

GLENCOE - North Shore favorite an early public option from the 1930's. M-F rates are $35/52, with 1:30 twilight at $25/42. SA-SU rates $40/57, $28/45 twilight.

MT. PROSPECT - Recent renovation features classic era design and expansive practice area, a muni gem.  Spring rates thru April are $33 walk/48 ride weekdays and $43/58 weekends. Twilight is a bargain at $23/35 and $29/41.

PALATINE HILLS (Palatine) - Par 72 course hidden off Northwest Highway is an enjoyable challenge. Every day Spring rates are a super deal at $20 walk / $35 ride.

SCHAUMBURG - Expansive update of all 27 holes near completion at Northwest suburban park district facility.  Twilight rates (2 pm) are $33/45 M-F and $37/49 SA-SU thru April 21st.  ($40/59 weekdays and $49/68 weekends before 2)

SPORTSMAN'S (Northbrook) - Major renovation planned for sporty Northbrook park district layout. Pre-Season rates thru April 26th are $35/54, $25/44 after 2 pm weekdays, $39/58 and $29/48 after 2 weekends. 

WILMETTE - 6,400 yard par 70 North Shore layout dates back to the 1920's and offers 5 sets of tees for all skill levels. Spring rates are $33 M-TH, $43 F-SU, save an additional $11 for twilight times. This is a good walking course, but if you prefer a cart, add $20.

WINNETKA - Solid par 71 layout values shot making skills at 6,500 yards. Weekday (M-TH) rates are $36/54 to 2:30, $23/41 twilight, with weekend (F-SU) $45/63, $25/43 twilight. An earlybird special is available before 8 am for $32/50 M-TH, $37/55 F. Rates available thru April 22nd.