Ruth Lake at Ruth Lake Country Club

Ruth Lake Country Club, a stalwart of the Chicago suburbs, bears the indelible mark of William Langford and Theodore Moreau, a partnership renowned for their bold, visually striking designs. Located in Hinsdale, Illinois, the course exists firmly in parkland style. Wide fairways are the norm, yet strategic bunkering and subtly contoured greens challenge golfers to manage their approaches with precision. It won’t favor one side of the ball, but if you play it a lot, you'll learn where to aim.

Langford and Moreau's original routing has seen strategic refinements over the decades, but the bones of their Golden Age philosophy remain. The course, while not on the national stage, inspires devoted loyalty among its membership. Many a heated match has unfolded on its gently rolling terrain.

The atmosphere at Ruth Lake is distinctly Midwestern – unpretentious and welcoming. While no major championships have graced its fairways, the club fosters a vibrant competitive spirit within its membership. The clubhouse itself, a traditional brick structure, often buzzes with activity, the air thick with the scent of grilling from the patio.