Bergen Golf Course
Plan your round at Bergen Golf Course
Bergen Golf Course is a nine-hole Springfield Park District course built on former farm ground in 1915 and designed by E. Lawrence Packard. It has no bunkers or water hazards; tree-lined fairways and small greens make accuracy the test. The par 35 layout has eight par 4s and one par 3, and plays 2,779 yards from the Blue tees.
- 9 holes
- Par 35
- Designed by E. Lawrence Packard
- Opened 1915
Course strategy
Read the card before you play it
Walk the course
Bergen Golf Course hole by hole
Hole 1
286
yds ·Gray
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 2
260
yds ·Gray
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 3
320
yds ·Gray
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 4
270
yds ·Gray
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 5
298
yds ·Gray
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 6
265
yds ·Gray
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 7
289
yds ·Gray
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 8
98
yds ·Gray
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 9
294
yds ·Gray
No notes for this hole yet.
ScorecardView the full scorecard
Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | Blue | White | Gray | Red |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 7 | 318 | 300 | 286 | 281 |
| 2 | 4 | 8 | 289 | 268 | 260 | 242 |
| 3 | 4 | 3 | 360 | 348 | 320 | 240 |
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 315 | 300 | 270 | 235 |
| 5 | 4 | 1 | 375 | 362 | 298 | 298 |
| 6 | 4 | 6 | 325 | 290 | 265 | 265 |
| 7 | 4 | 5 | 325 | 311 | 289 | 284 |
| 8 | 3 | 9 | 120 | 102 | 98 | 89 |
| 9 | 4 | 2 | 352 | 272 | 294 | 237 |
| Total | 35 | 2,779 | 2,553 | 2,380 | 2,171 |
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Book online through the park district tee-time page
- Give 24 hours notice if you need the handicap-accessible cart
- Expect no bunkers or water, so keep the ball in the trees' alley
Carts & walking
Electric carts and rental pull carts are available. A handicap-accessible cart is offered with 24 hours notice.
Practice facilities
There is a practice green.
Rentals & pro shop
A pro shop sells retail goods and rents clubs.
Food & drink
A snack bar is on site.
Quick answers
Bergen Golf Course at a glance
How many holes does Bergen Golf Course have, and what's the par?
Bergen Golf Course has 9 holes and plays to a par of 35, from 2,171 to 2,779 yards depending on the tees.
Who designed Bergen Golf Course?
Bergen Golf Course was designed by E. Lawrence Packard and opened in 1915.
What are the cart and walking rules at Bergen Golf Course?
Electric carts and rental pull carts are available. A handicap-accessible cart is offered with 24 hours notice.
What practice facilities does Bergen Golf Course have?
There is a practice green.
What food and drink does Bergen Golf Course have?
A snack bar is on site.
How do you book a tee time at Bergen Golf Course?
Book online through the course's tee-time page, or call (217) 753-6211.
Where is Bergen Golf Course?
Bergen Golf Course is at 2900 Clear Lake Avenue, Springfield, IL 62702.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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