Private
Ruth Lake Country Club
66
Alister Index
Course
Exclusivity
Prestige
Experience
Compete
66
Alister Index
Course
Exclusivity
Prestige
Experience
Compete
Hinsdale, IL · Founded
Ruth Lake Country Club is a private golf club in Hinsdale, Illinois, founded in 1927. The club has 18 holes, a par of 71. The average member handicap is 16.1 with 26% single-digit players.
Ruth Lake Country Club brings water features into play at its Hinsdale location, founded in 1927 during the country club boom.
Scorecard
6,681 yardsRating 73.1Slope 134
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| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 71 |
| I | 331 | 569 | 238 | 452 | 523 | 205 | 370 | 427 | 447 | 3,562 | 300 | 363 | 207 | 525 | 140 | 493 | 418 | 463 | 210 | 3,119 | 6,681 |
| Lake | 331 | 569 | 201 | 424 | 523 | 164 | 370 | 427 | 447 | 3,456 | 300 | 363 | 194 | 525 | 140 | 493 | 418 | 446 | 172 | 3,051 | 6,507 |
| II | 321 | 553 | 201 | 424 | 513 | 164 | 364 | 406 | 438 | 3,384 | 290 | 328 | 194 | 518 | 135 | 475 | 409 | 446 | 172 | 2,967 | 6,351 |
| III | 321 | 535 | 172 | 342 | 513 | 164 | 364 | 406 | 438 | 3,255 | 290 | 321 | 177 | 476 | 135 | 475 | 409 | 446 | 148 | 2,877 | 6,132 |
| III | 304 | 535 | 172 | 342 | 451 | 145 | 338 | 390 | 428 | 3,105 | 275 | 321 | 177 | 476 | 116 | 423 | 382 | 371 | 148 | 2,689 | 5,794 |
| IV | 304 | 494 | 137 | 317 | 451 | 135 | 338 | 331 | 428 | 2,935 | 275 | 267 | 177 | 433 | 116 | 423 | 346 | 363 | 117 | 2,517 | 5,452 |
| Hdcp | 16 | 6 | 12 | 4 | 10 | 18 | 14 | 8 | 2 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 1 | 17 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 15 |
Membership Information
Member Profile
Above Average
16.1
Avg Handicap
Median Handicap13.9
Handicap Distribution
8
17
6
ScratchSingle digitTeens20+
Single-digit players26%
Gender split77% M / 23% F
Based on GHIN handicap data. Individual member information is not stored or displayed.
About Ruth Lake Country Club
The club's name reflects the prominent role of its lake in the golf experience, distinguishing it from typical parkland layouts. With an Alister Index of 71 and nearly a century of history, Ruth Lake maintains its position among Chicago's western suburban stalwarts.
Key Facts
- Ruth Lake Country Club is located in Hinsdale, Illinois.
- Club type: private.
- Year founded: 1927.
- Number of holes: 18.
- Par: 71.
- Average member handicap: 16.1.
- Single-digit handicap players: 26%.
- GHIN-registered members: 35.
- Membership types: private.
- Alister Index score: 66/100.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ruth Lake Country Club
How do I join Ruth Lake Country Club?
Ruth Lake Country Club is a private golf club offering private membership. Contact the club directly for current membership availability and application procedures.
How many holes does Ruth Lake Country Club have?
Ruth Lake Country Club is an 18-hole private golf club. The club was founded in 1927. The course is in Hinsdale, Illinois.
What is the Alister Index score for Ruth Lake Country Club?
Ruth Lake Country Club scores 66 out of 100 on the Alister Index (grade D). The score covers all five dimensions: course quality, exclusivity, prestige, member experience, and competitiveness.
Where is Ruth Lake Country Club located?
Ruth Lake Country Club is located at 6200 S Madison St, Hinsdale, IL 60521. You can reach the club by phone at (630) 986-2060. Visit their website for directions and additional contact information.
