
Palmira Course
Palmira Golf Club




About this course
Palmira Golf Club, nestled in the rolling farmlands of St. John, Indiana, presents a satisfying test where the wind, rather than elevation changes, dictates strategy. The course, while not steeped in tournament history, possesses a quiet charm, its design reflecting a blend of Midwestern sensibility and modern architectural flourishes. Originally conceived by a local architect, Palmira received a notable enhancement in the early 2000s, adding contours and hazards that subtly increased the challenge without sacrificing playability. Its fairways, generous in width, invite aggressive tee shots, yet the approaches to the greens demand precision, particularly when the prevailing winds kick up across the open landscape. Errant shots aren't severely punished, allowing a more forgiving round for the members who keep the course alive. Palmira might not host professional championships, but its charm lies in the everyday camaraderie. Locals from St. John and surrounding towns relish the well manicured course, enjoying weekly games with friends, and a cold beer after a good round.
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 IN
Quick facts
- Location
- St. John, IN, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1978
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Bob Lohmann
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,921 yards
- Difficulty
- 73.2/133
- Course Vaults score
- 4.7
Getting there
The journey to Palmira Golf Club begins at Chicago's O'Hare or Midway International airports, both roughly an hour northwest of this quiet corner of Lake County. The drive south and east traces the gradual transition from urban sprawl to open farmland, where the Indiana landscape flattens into long horizons and the hum of the interstate gives way to rural two-lanes. Palmira reveals itself discreetly among the fields near St. John, a private sanctuary where the Chicago golf cognoscenti have long sought refuge from the city's bustle without straying far from its reach.

FAQ
Common questions about Palmira
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Palmira has a Course Vaults score of 4.7 out of 10 based on 15 logged golfers.
Palmira was designed by Bob Lohmann.
Yes. Palmira is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Palmira is 72.
Palmira plays 6,921 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Palmira is 133.



