Medinah Country Club golf course
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Medinah Country Club

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Medinah, IL · Founded

Medinah Country Club is a private golf club in Medinah, Illinois, designed by Tom Bendelow in 1925. The club has 36 holes, a par of 72, a course rating of 75.6, a slope of 147. The average member handicap is 17 with 30% single-digit players. Estimated initiation fee is $85,000 with monthly dues of $600.

Tom Bendelow's No. 3 Course achieved major championship fame through brutal difficulty, where Lake Kadijah and mature hardwoods have humbled the world's best players since 1925.

Scorecard

6,412 yardsRating 70.6Slope 126

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Hole123456789Out101112131415161718InTot
Par444543534364434435453672
Gold3163983444923272074931833583,1184054241453023211715834564873,2946,412
Silver3103793334823222004821773513,0363983991392933121545734484773,1936,229
White3053653224703151884701553392,9293903511302862991395193654632,9425,871
White Combo3053103224273151774021462822,6863563431302862991215193584482,8605,546
Green2243102794272291774021462822,4763563431162692551215043584482,7705,246
Gold3163983444923272074931833583,1184054241453023211715834564873,2946,412
Hdcp113719175131512218814164610

Estimated Membership Costs

Initiation Fee
$85,000
Monthly Dues
$600

Fees are estimated and may vary by membership category. Source: estimated. Last updated March 2026. Is this incorrect? Claim this club to update.

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Membership Types
private

Member Profile

Above Average
17
Avg Handicap
Median Handicap14.5
Handicap Distribution
23
32
28
ScratchSingle digitTeens20+
Single-digit players30%
Gender split74% M / 26% F

Based on GHIN handicap data. Individual member information is not stored or displayed.

About Medinah Country Club

Course No. 3 earned its reputation as "The Monster" through five major championships that tested every aspect of the professional game. Bendelow's routing maximizes elevation changes across 640 acres, creating a course that plays different every round depending on wind and pin positions. The club's Shriners heritage adds unique character—this is championship golf with a distinctly American twist.

Key Facts

  • Medinah Country Club is located in Medinah, Illinois.
  • Club type: private.
  • Course architect: Tom Bendelow.
  • Year founded: 1925.
  • Number of holes: 36.
  • Par: 72.
  • Course rating: 75.6.
  • Slope rating: 147.
  • Average member handicap: 17.
  • Single-digit handicap players: 30%.
  • GHIN-registered members: 88.
  • Estimated initiation fee: $85,000.
  • Estimated monthly dues: $600.
  • Membership types: private.
  • Alister Index score: 70/100.

Frequently Asked Questions About Medinah Country Club

How do I join Medinah Country Club?
Medinah Country Club is a private golf club offering private membership. Contact the club directly for current membership availability and application procedures.
What is the initiation fee at Medinah Country Club?
The estimated initiation fee at Medinah Country Club is $85,000. Contact the club for additional fee details and the most current schedule.
Who designed Medinah Country Club?
Medinah Country Club was designed by Tom Bendelow. The course was established in 1925. It features 36 holes.
Where is Medinah Country Club located?
Medinah Country Club is located in Medinah, IL.
What amenities does Medinah Country Club offer?
Contact Medinah Country Club directly for information about available amenities and facilities.

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