
Edgewood Valley Course
Edgewood Valley Country Club




About this course
Edgewood Valley Country Club, nestled in the verdant western suburbs of Chicago, possesses a certain old-school charm fostered by generations of members who value camaraderie as much as competition. This is a club steeped in tradition, where the echoes of laughter and spirited matches resonate across its rolling landscape. Designed in the classic parkland style, Edgewood Valley presents a fair test within its tree-lined boundaries. Donald Ross protégé, William Langford, and Theodore Moreau, sculpted a course that emphasizes strategic play rather than brute force. While not overly long by modern standards, subtle doglegs and well-placed bunkers demand thoughtful club selection, rewarding players who can shape their shots with consistency. The club has a vibrant competitive schedule with club championships and member-guest events always booked well in advance. The course has seen relatively little change over the years, a testament to the enduring quality of the original design. While not a regular host to televised tournaments, Edgewood Valley stands as a respected venue in the Chicago area, hosting numerous state and regional amateur events over the years. The club's annual Fourth of July celebration, culminating in a dazzling fireworks display over the 18th green, is a beloved tradition that binds the membership together.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Private column compares member-only and guest-restricted courses.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in IL
Quick facts
- Location
- La Grange, IL, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 1925
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Bill Diddel
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,969 yards
- Difficulty
- 74.4/136
- Course Vaults score
- 8.1
Getting there
Edgewood Valley Country Club sits in the leafy suburbs west of Chicago, accessible most directly via Chicago's O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or the closer Midway International Airport (MDW), each roughly 30-40 minutes from the club depending on traffic patterns across the metropolitan area. For those arriving by private aircraft, Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) in nearby Wheeling offers a considerably more discreet entry point, positioning you just 15 minutes from the club's gates. The drive from any of these hubs traces a gentle transition from the urban sprawl into the quiet, tree-lined neighborhoods of La Grange, where the club's manicured grounds and classic American architecture emerge as a serene counterpoint to the energy of the city beyond.

FAQ
Common questions about Edgewood Valley
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Edgewood Valley has a Course Vaults score of 8.1 out of 10 based on 29 logged golfers.
Edgewood Valley was designed by Bill Diddel.
Edgewood Valley is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Edgewood Valley is 72.
Edgewood Valley plays 6,969 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Edgewood Valley is 136.




