Utilizing three descriptive modes -- pictures, numbers, and words -- Chicago Golf Report presents a review of Old Top Farm Golf Course. Old Top Farm is a privately owned, 9-hole, open to the public, golf course located in Crystal Lake, IL. Old Top Farm has 3 sets of tees: the blue set plays to a total length of 2891 yards; the white set measures 2699 yards; and, the … [Read More...]
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Looking for a place to improve your swing and practice the great game of golf in Chicago and the suburbs? You've come to the right place. ChicagoGolfReport.com is proud to present the most comprehensive list ever compiled of public golf driving ranges in … [Read More...]
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