
Annbriar Course
Annbriar Golf Course



About this course
Annbriar, carved from the rolling farmland of southern Illinois near Waterloo, stands as a testament to a family's vision of bringing championship-caliber golf to their community. Designed by architect Gary Kern, the course unfolds across a landscape of gentle hills and mature hardwoods, a refreshing change from the flat prairie land often associated with the region. While Annbriar is not on any “best of” lists, it is known for being a fair and challenging course with generous fairways and meticulously maintained greens. The layout features strategically placed bunkers and subtle elevation changes that reward thoughtful play. The course favors players who can work the ball both ways, as several holes feature strategically placed doglegs. Annbriar holds a special place in the hearts of local golfers, and its club has a tightly knit membership known for it's casual nature and love for the game. Regular tournaments and events foster a strong sense of camaraderie.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in IL
Quick facts
- Location
- Waterloo, IL, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1993
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Dr. Michael Hurdzan
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,863 yards
- Difficulty
- 72.8/136
- Course Vaults score
- 8.0
Getting there
Annbriar Golf Course lies in the rolling farmland of Monroe County, Illinois, roughly forty-five minutes southeast of St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) via Interstate 255 and Illinois Route 3. The drive peels away from the metropolitan sprawl and descends into the fertile bottomlands near the Mississippi River bluffs, where cornfields and pastures frame the horizon. As you approach Waterloo - a tidy German-settled town with brick storefronts and church steeples - the landscape begins to ripple with gentle elevation, and a final turn down country roads delivers you to Annbriar's secluded property, where the course unfolds across surprisingly dramatic terrain that feels worlds removed from the flatlands you've just crossed.

FAQ
Common questions about Annbriar
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Annbriar has a Course Vaults score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 47 logged golfers.
Annbriar was designed by Dr. Michael Hurdzan.
Yes. Annbriar is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Annbriar is 72.
Annbriar plays 6,863 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Annbriar is 136.





