Emerald Hill is a 18-hole public golf course in Sterling, Illinois, built in 1949. Green fees run $18.00 on weekdays and $21.00 on weekends. The layout features Bluegrass fairways and Bent Grass greens, 41-50 bunkers, water hazards in play. The course is open mar 1 to nov 1, first tee time at 6:30 AM, soft spikes required. The course handles approximately 22,000 rounds per year, serving the local Sterling golf community. Emerald Hill welcomes visitors and locals alike as one of the area’s accessible daily-fee options in Sterling, Illinois.
Contact Details
16802 Prairieville RdSterling, Illinois 61081
815-622-6204
Course Information
| Course City | Sterling |
|---|---|
| Course County | Whiteside |
| Course State | Illinois |
| Course Classification | Public |
| Course Built | 1949 |
| Course Annual Rounds | 22,000 |
| Course Season | Mar 1 to Nov 1 |
| Course Manager | Phil Hall |
| Course Club Pro | Pat Dunphy |
| Course Superintendant | Phil Hall |
| Course Guest Policy | Open |
| Course Shop Hours | 6:30 AM / N/A |
| Course Dress Code | Shirt and shoes required |
| Course Weekend Fees | $21.00 |
| Course Weekday Fees | $18.00 |
| Course Tee Reservation | Accepted |
| Course Earliest Tee Time | 6:30 AM |
| Course Holes | 18 |
| Course Green | Bent Grass |
| Course Fairway | Bluegrass |
| Course Water Hazard | Yes |
| Course Bunker | 41-50 |
| Course Metal Spike | Not Allowed |
| Course Greens Aerated | October |
| Course Overseeding | No Overseeding |
| Course Five-somes | Not Allowed |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to play at Emerald Hill?
It costs $21.00 to play at Emerald Hill on the weekend and $18.00 to play on weekdays.
What is the grass type used on the course?
The grass type used on the greens at Emerald Hill is Bent Grass and the grass type used on the fairways is Bluegrass.
What is the dress code at Emerald Hill?
The dress code at Emerald Hill is Shirt and shoes required.
How many rounds of golf are played at Emerald Hill each year?
There are an estimated 22,000 rounds of golf played at Emerald Hill each year.
Does Emerald Hill have water hazards?
Yes, there are water hazards on the Emerald Hill course.
Does Emerald Hill have sand bunkers?
Yes, there are 41-50 sand bunkers located on the Emerald Hill course.
When are the greens aerated at Emerald Hill?
Aeration is needed to keep the greens healthy and involves placing small holes in the greens to allow air, water, and nutrients to reach the roots. The greens at Emerald Hill are aerated in October.