Lake Shore Golf Course is a 18-hole public golf course in Taylorville, Illinois, designed by William J. Spear and built in 1968. Green fees run $20.00 on weekdays and $20.00 on weekends. The layout features Bluegrass fairways and Bent Grass greens, 31-40 bunkers, water hazards in play. The course is open mar 1 to dec 31, first tee time at 7:00 AM, soft spikes required. The course handles approximately 40,000 rounds per year, serving the local Taylorville golf community. Lake Shore Golf Course welcomes visitors and locals alike as one of the area’s accessible daily-fee options in Taylorville, Illinois.
Contact Details
1460 E 1000 N RdTaylorville, Illinois 62568
217-824-5521
jblakema@cnmnet.com
Course Information
| Course City | Taylorville |
|---|---|
| Course County | Christian |
| Course State | Illinois |
| Course Classification | Public |
| Course Built | 1968 |
| Course Annual Rounds | 40,000 |
| Course Season | Mar 1 to Dec 31 |
| Course Manager | Russ Apgar |
| Course Club Pro | Russ Apgar |
| Course Superintendant | Jay Wiedman |
| Course Guest Policy | Open |
| Course Designer | William J. Spear |
| Course Shop Hours | 7:00 AM / N/A |
| Course Dress Code | No tank tops or cutoffs |
| Course Weekend Fees | $20.00 |
| Course Weekday Fees | $20.00 |
| Course Tee Reservation | Accepted |
| Course Earliest Tee Time | 7:00 AM |
| Course Holes | 18 |
| Course Green | Bent Grass |
| Course Fairway | Bluegrass |
| Course Water Hazard | Yes |
| Course Bunker | 31-40 |
| Course Metal Spike | Not Allowed |
| Course Greens Aerated | May August |
| Course Overseeding | No Overseeding |
| Course Five-somes | Not Allowed |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to play at Lake Shore Golf Course?
It costs $20.00 to play at Lake Shore Golf Course on both weekdays and weekends.
What is the grass type used on the course?
The grass type used on the greens at Lake Shore Golf Course is Bent Grass and the grass type used on the fairways is Bluegrass.
What is the dress code at Lake Shore Golf Course?
The dress code at Lake Shore Golf Course is No tank tops or cutoffs.
How many rounds of golf are played at Lake Shore Golf Course each year?
There are an estimated 40,000 rounds of golf played at Lake Shore Golf Course each year.
Does Lake Shore Golf Course have water hazards?
Yes, there are water hazards on the Lake Shore Golf Course course.
Does Lake Shore Golf Course have sand bunkers?
Yes, there are 31-40 sand bunkers located on the Lake Shore Golf Course course.
When are the greens aerated at Lake Shore Golf Course?
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 Lake Shore Golf Course are aerated in May and August.