White Deer Run Golf Course

White Deer Run Golf Course opened in Vernon Hills, Illinois, in 1992, designed by the father-and-son team of Dick and Tim Nugent. The Nugents, known for their work throughout the Chicago area, created a layout that navigates rolling terrain in the northwest suburbs, roughly forty miles from downtown Chicago. The course occupies land that transitions between open meadow and wooded corridors, a characteristic setting for courses in this part of Lake County. The routing makes use of elevation changes uncommon in the region, with several holes playing uphill or downhill through stands of mature hardwoods. Water features appear on multiple holes, and the design incorporates both strategic bunkering and natural grasses that frame fairways and greens. The course stretches over 6,800 yards from the back tees and offers multiple tee options to accommodate different skill levels. White Deer Run operates as a public facility and serves both local residents and visitors exploring golf options in the northern Chicago suburbs. The course has hosted regional amateur events and qualifiers over the years, contributing to the competitive golf landscape in Lake County. The property includes practice facilities and a clubhouse that supports daily-fee play throughout the season. The Nugents' design philosophy here emphasizes playability alongside challenge, with risk-reward opportunities balanced against more straightforward holes. The course reflects the practical demands of public golf in a suburban market while incorporating the natural features of its wooded, rolling site.