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Rail Golf Course golf course

Course info

1400 S Clubhouse Dr, Springfield, Illinois, 62707

(217) 525-0365

18

Holes

71

Par

6,676

Yards

72.0

Rating

124

Slope

Driving range

Putting green

Chipping area

Cart rentals

Club rentals

Walking allowed

About Rail Golf Course

Rail Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course in Springfield, Illinois, playing to a par 71 at 6,676 yards from the back tees. The course opened in 1939 and was designed by John Baedenns.

Par

71

Length

6,676 yds

Slope

124

Rating

72.0

Year built

1939

Architect

John Baedenns

Greens

Bermuda Grass, Winter Rye

Season

Year round

Driving range

Putting green

Chipping area

Cart rentals

Club rentals

Walking allowed

What golfers love

Golfers tell us that the golf course is a great value for your money. It offers a family-friendly atmosphere with knowledgeable and accommodating staff. The course itself is highly recommended, and it even backs up to the beautiful Guadalupe River. Many reviewers mention the fast pace of play and the excellent staff. Despite some challenges with the greens and fairways, golfers appreciate the new grass growth and the overall condition of the course. They also enjoy the value they get for the price they pay. The facility quality is considered excellent, with good amenities and a well-maintained course. Golfers find the course to be moderately challenging, making it a fun and enjoyable experience. Overall, golfers appreciate the course for its great value, friendly staff, and solid condition, making it a popular choice among players.

Good to know

Golfers tell us that the fairways on this golf course have patchy growth and new uncut grass growth on the back 9 rough, making it difficult to hit out of. Additionally, the greens have been reported to be a combo of dry and nubby grass shoots, and poor on occasion. Some reviewers have also noted that the ninth hole overlooks an unappealing backyard. These areas could benefit from additional attention and maintenance. Furthermore, while the course is generally reported to be a good value for the money, some reviewers have noted that the course conditions and greens were a little rough. The clubhouse has been noted to be bare essentials and the staff quality and friendliness have been rated as average or below average by some reviewers. In terms of course difficulty, some reviewers have noted a lack of challenge while others have rated it as moderate. Overall, while the course has received positive comments about its value and staff friendliness, there are several areas of improvement that could be addressed to enhance the overall golfing experience.

Tee boxes

TeesLengthRatingSlope
Blue6,630 yds71.7127
White6,012 yds68.9121
Gold5,518 yds66.7116
Red5,406 yds71119
Rail Golf Course golf course

Course info

1400 S Clubhouse Dr, Springfield, Illinois, 62707

(217) 525-0365

18

Holes

71

Par

6,676

Yards

72.0

Rating

124

Slope

Driving range

Putting green

Chipping area

Cart rentals

Club rentals

Walking allowed