
East Course
Broken Arrow Golf Club


About this course
Broken Arrow Golf Club's East Course is located in Lockport, Illinois, a southwestern suburb of Chicago situated along the Des Plaines River valley. Designed by Bob Lohmann, a regional architect active in the Midwest during the latter decades of the twentieth century, the course reflects the rolling terrain characteristic of this part of the Illinois River watershed. The property features mature tree-lined fairways and elevation changes that are notable for the relatively flat Chicago metropolitan area. The routing takes advantage of the natural contours, with holes that move through wooded corridors and across more open stretches. Water features come into play on several holes, typical of courses built in this river valley setting. The layout presents a straightforward test of golf suited to a range of skill levels, with strategic bunkering and green complexes that reward accurate approach play. As part of a multi-course facility, the East Course serves both members and daily-fee players. Broken Arrow operates as a public-access facility and has been part of the Lockport golf landscape for several decades. The course provides a traditional parkland experience within reasonable proximity to Chicago, making it a practical option for golfers in the southwest suburban corridor. The club maintains standard amenities including practice facilities and a clubhouse with food and beverage service.
Quick facts
- Location
- Lockport, IL, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1996
- Designer
- Bob Lohmann
- Holes
- 9
- Par
- 36
- Length
- 3,476 yards
- Difficulty
- 38.5/133
Getting there
Broken Arrow Golf Club sits in the heart of Illinois' Fox River Valley, accessible via Chicago's two major hubs - O'Hare International (ORD) or Midway (MDW) - each roughly 45 minutes to an hour's drive northwest depending on traffic patterns. The route from either airport traces through suburban Chicago's quieter corridors before opening onto the pastoral landscape surrounding Lockport, where the club's manicured grounds emerge along the banks of the Des Plaines River. For those arriving by private aviation, Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) in nearby Wheeling offers a considerably more intimate alternative, positioning you just 20 minutes from the clubhouse. The final miles unfold through the rolling terrain of DuPage and Will counties, a landscape that shifts from commuter sprawl into genuine countryside - a fitting transition to one of the Midwest's most respected private clubs.

FAQ
Common questions about East at Broken Arrow Golf Club
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
East was designed by Bob Lohmann.
Yes. East at Broken Arrow Golf Club is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at East is 36.
East plays 3,476 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at East is 133.
East is a 9-hole course.






