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Francis Ouimet won the 1931 U.S. Amateur at Beverly, and the club has hosted four Western Opens, with champions including legends Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer.
About
The Beverly Country Club is a celebrated Donald Ross design and Chicagoland classic, originally opened in 1908 by George O’Neil and later reimagined by Ross in 1919. Located just south of downtown Chicago, Beverly features masterful routing, no two holes running the same direction, and showcases distinct dune formations from ancient Lake Chicago, making it a true test for championship golf.
Caddie Tip
Stay focused off the tee—Beverly’s classic Ross design uses subtle doglegs and cross-bunkering to punish errant drives. Many greens have severe back-to-front slopes, so aim for below the hole on approaches for the best chance to two-putt or save par, especially when putting can be extremely fast.
The Main Challenge
The toughest challenge is handling the demanding second shots, with Ross’s distinctive perched greens requiring accuracy and precise flight. Wind direction shifts constantly due to the routing, and the ridge on the back nine places a premium on approach angles and distance control.
The Good
Golfers prize the course’s routing—no two holes run in the same direction, giving real variety in wind and challenge. The subtle land movement and thoughtful Ross greens make every approach and putt a challenge. Members also love its legacy as a pure golf-focused club that has hosted major amateur and professional events.
The Not So Good
Many players note the ambient urban noise from nearby streets, railway, and flight paths, which can detract from the sense of seclusion. The club's exclusivity means limited access for guests and a waiting list for new members, sometimes frustrating would-be regulars.
Signature Hole:
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6
The 6th hole, a par 4, is famed for its movement over Beverly’s prominent ridge and its strategic bunkering. Golfers must choose between an aggressive line off the tee to shorten their approach or play safe to a narrower fairway, leading to a sharply contoured green guarded by deep Ross bunkers. A true showpiece of Ross’s design work in the Midwest.
Clubhouse
A stately clubhouse offers fine dining, multiple lounges, locker rooms, meeting facilities, and a full suite of family-friendly amenities. Members enjoy attentive service, a packed event calendar, and classic Chicago social traditions in a refined setting.
Practice Facilities
The club boasts a comprehensive practice range, large short game area, and target greens with practice bunkers. Facilities are updated and maintained to the same standards as the course, allowing for thorough warm-up or post-round work.
Dress Code:
Prestigious
No dress code enforced. All attire is permitted.
Collared shirts not required. Clean, athletic or golf-appropriate casual wear is acceptable.
Collared shirts required. No denim, gym wear, or overly casual clothing.
Collared shirts must be tucked in; no cargo or athletic shorts. No hats indoors.
Elite club standards; jackets required indoors, no changing shoes in the parking lot, and specific attire rules based on the area of the facility.
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