Pekin at Pekin Country Club

Pekin Country Club sits in central Illinois along the Illinois River valley, approximately ten miles south of Peoria. The course was designed by Larry Packard, an architect who worked extensively throughout the Midwest during the latter decades of the twentieth century, creating layouts that typically emphasized playability across varied skill levels while respecting the region's agricultural and riverine landscapes.

The routing takes advantage of the area's rolling terrain, which transitions between flatter agricultural land and more pronounced elevation changes near the river corridor. Packard's design philosophy generally favored strategic options from the tee and greens with enough movement to reward thoughtful approach play without excessive penal features. The course reflects the character common to many established Midwestern country clubs, where tree-lined fairways and modest water features provide definition and variety across the eighteen holes.

Pekin Country Club serves as a traditional private club for the local community, offering members a setting for both recreational golf and social gatherings. The club maintains the conventions typical of mid-sized Illinois country clubs, with facilities that support family activities and dining alongside golf. The course provides a straightforward test suited to regular play rather than championship competition, embodying the regional approach to golf course design that prioritizes accessibility and year-round member enjoyment within the constraints of Midwestern weather patterns.