Cardinal Golf Course
Plan your round at Cardinal Golf Course
Cardinal Golf Course is an 18-hole, par 72 course on Lake Sara just outside Effingham, about ten minutes from Interstates 57 and 70, with views of the lake from parts of the course. It is described as the only public 18-hole course in Effingham. The white tees play about 5,824 yards (rating 67.4, slope 108), and the course has a driving range, putting green and chipping green.
- Public
- 18 holes
- Par 72
Course strategy
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Cardinal Golf Course hole by hole
Hole 1
343
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Hole 2
188
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Hole 3
117
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Hole 4
301
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Hole 5
270
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Hole 6
162
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Hole 7
410
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Hole 8
370
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Hole 9
331
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Hole 10
390
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Hole 11
349
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Hole 12
134
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Hole 13
192
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Hole 14
306
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Hole 15
292
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Hole 16
310
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Hole 17
350
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Hole 18
427
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ScorecardView the full scorecard
Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | forward |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | 13 | 343 |
| 2 | 3 | 5 | 188 |
| 3 | 3 | 11 | 117 |
| 4 | 4 | 15 | 301 |
| 5 | 4 | 9 | 270 |
| 6 | 3 | 7 | 162 |
| 7 | 5 | 1 | 410 |
| 8 | 5 | 17 | 370 |
| 9 | 4 | 3 | 331 |
| Out | 36 | 2,492 | |
| 10 | 5 | 18 | 390 |
| 11 | 4 | 12 | 349 |
| 12 | 3 | 14 | 134 |
| 13 | 3 | 8 | 192 |
| 14 | 4 | 4 | 306 |
| 15 | 4 | 16 | 292 |
| 16 | 4 | 10 | 310 |
| 17 | 4 | 2 | 350 |
| 18 | 5 | 6 | 427 |
| In | 36 | 2,750 | |
| Total | 72 | 5,242 |
Scorecard data: OpenGolfAPI, © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL)
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Call the pro shop for a weekend or group tee time
- Bring soft spikes only
- Plan on riding: walking is not allowed
- Bring your own clubs, as rental sets are not offered
Carts & walking
Golf carts are rented through the pro shop. Walking is not allowed and pull carts are not available.
Practice facilities
There is a driving range, a putting green and a chipping green, and lessons are offered through the pro shop.
Rentals & pro shop
The pro shop is fully stocked with golf equipment and apparel. Golf cart rentals and lessons are available there; rental clubs are not offered.
Policies
Call ahead to reserve a tee time for larger groups and for weekend play; walk-ons are accepted on weekdays. Metal spikes are not allowed. The course is open daily, 7:00 am to 8:00 pm, and season passes and memberships are available.
Quick answers
Cardinal Golf Course at a glance
Is Cardinal Golf Course open to the public?
Yes. Cardinal Golf Course is a public course.
How many holes does Cardinal Golf Course have, and what's the par?
Cardinal Golf Course has 18 holes and plays to a par of 72, at 5,242 yards.
What are the cart and walking rules at Cardinal Golf Course?
Golf carts are rented through the pro shop. Walking is not allowed and pull carts are not available.
What practice facilities does Cardinal Golf Course have?
There is a driving range, a putting green and a chipping green, and lessons are offered through the pro shop.
How do you book a tee time at Cardinal Golf Course?
Call the course at (217) 868-2860.
Where is Cardinal Golf Course?
Cardinal Golf Course is at 15737 N North Beach Road, Effingham, IL 62401.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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