
Carriage Greens Course
Carriage Greens Country Club
Public: #2587
Public: #2358
Public: #118

About this course
Carriage Greens, a popular and inviting course in the western Chicago suburbs, blends classic Midwestern charm with accessible playability. Built in the late 1970s, the course unfolds across gently rolling parkland dotted with mature trees and strategically placed water hazards. The layout favors strategic shot-making over brute force, presenting golfers of all skill levels with a fair but interesting test. While not nationally renowned, Carriage Greens is a well-regarded course in the Darien area. Local leagues and casual golfers keep the course active throughout the season. The club is known for its friendly atmosphere and approachable rates, fostering a welcoming environment for players of all ages and abilities. The course’s straightforward design emphasizes playability, without sacrificing challenge, making it an ideal venue for both seasoned golfers and those new to the game. Afterward, regulars often gather in the clubhouse, known for its unpretentious fare and convivial spirit.
Quick facts
- Location
- Darien, IL, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1968
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 6,876 yards
- Difficulty
- 74.3/131
- Course Vaults score
- 5.7
Getting there
Carriage Greens Country Club sits in the affluent suburbs of Chicago, accessible via Chicago's two major commercial hubs - O'Hare International (ORD), roughly 35 miles northwest, or Midway International (MDW), approximately 25 miles south - each offering a 45-minute to hour-long drive through the metropolitan landscape before the terrain softens into the tree-lined residential corridors of Darien. For those arriving by private aircraft, Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) in Wheeling provides a considerably more intimate alternative, positioned just 20 minutes north of the club and favored by discerning travelers seeking to bypass the commercial terminals entirely. The final miles unfold through the manicured neighborhoods and winding roads of DuPage County, where the transition from suburban thoroughfares to the secluded, wooded grounds of Carriage Greens marks an arrival into one of the region's most prestigious private enclaves - a sanctuary of championship golf and understated elegance set apart from the sprawl beyond.

FAQ
Common questions about Carriage Greens
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Carriage Greens has a Course Vaults score of 5.7 out of 10 based on 18 logged golfers.
Yes. Carriage Greens is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Carriage Greens is 70.
Carriage Greens plays 6,876 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Carriage Greens is 131.
Carriage Greens is a 18-hole course.



