Short Hills at Short Hills Country Club

Short Hills Country Club occupies rolling terrain in East Moline, Illinois, part of the Quad Cities region along the Mississippi River. The course was designed by Ted Locke, a regional architect active in the Midwest during the mid-twentieth century who created layouts that worked with natural landforms rather than imposing dramatic artificial features. The property's name reflects the gently undulating topography that characterizes much of this area, providing natural movement and elevation change without severe climbs.

The routing takes advantage of the existing contours to create variety in shot requirements and visual interest. Holes move across and along the ridges and valleys, with greens often positioned to reward accurate approach play that accounts for the slopes. The design reflects the practical, playable philosophy common to many American courses built in the post-war era, emphasizing strategic options for members of varying skill levels while maintaining challenge for accomplished players.

Short Hills serves as the home course for a membership drawn from the surrounding Quad Cities communities. The club functions as a traditional country club with golf as its central amenity, providing a venue for regular member play, league competitions, and club championships. The course remains a fixture in the local golf landscape, representing the kind of solid, well-maintained layout that forms the backbone of regional golf in the Midwest.