
Timber Pointe Course
The Golf Club at Timber Pointe



About this course
Timber Pointe at The Golf Club at Timber Pointe, nestled in the rolling landscape outside Poplar Grove, Illinois, represents a commitment to accessible, enjoyable golf. Designed in the modern era, the course unfolds across gently undulating terrain, a welcome departure from the flatter Midwestern stereotype. Generous fairways and approachable green complexes make Timber Pointe a playable experience for golfers of all skill levels, a true ‘golfer’s course’ more so than a stern test. Architect Bob Lohmann subtly integrated the course into the existing landscape. While Lohmann is highly respected, Timber Pointe isn’t widely celebrated for challenging championship play, instead focusing on the enjoyment of the average golfer. It's a player-friendly course, however, where a well-struck shot is often rewarded, and strategy can be as important as raw power. Expect an honest and fair layout where the main objective is to enjoy the natural setting. The spirit of Timber Pointe is rooted in its welcoming atmosphere. While not necessarily a "trophy" club, membership thrives on camaraderie and a shared appreciation for the game. Post-round gatherings are common, often centered around the club's well-regarded casual dining. Known for its friendly membership, you're more likely to be met with a smile on the first tee rather than a grimace. The course itself is a strong testament to what a golfer values in a relaxing afternoon.
Quick facts
- Location
- Poplar Grove, IL, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 2003
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Mike Schulz
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 7,077 yards
- Difficulty
- 73.8/125
- Course Vaults score
- 6.5
Getting there
The journey to The Golf Club at Timber Pointe begins at Chicago O'Hare International (ORD) or the smaller Chicago Rockford International, the latter offering a particularly swift forty-minute drive northwest into the gently rolling farmland of Boone County. The route traces the outer edge of Chicagoland's sprawl before yielding to open prairie and quiet two-lane roads, where the landscape softens into a patchwork of cornfields and wooded ridgelines. As you approach Poplar Grove, the transition is subtle but unmistakable - the hum of the city replaced by the stillness of rural Illinois, culminating at a secluded enclave where the club's meticulously crafted layout awaits amid stands of mature timber and native grasses.

FAQ
Common questions about Timber Pointe
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Timber Pointe has a Course Vaults score of 6.5 out of 10 based on 12 logged golfers.
Timber Pointe was designed by Mike Schulz.
Yes. Timber Pointe is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Timber Pointe is 72.
Timber Pointe plays 7,077 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Timber Pointe is 125.



