Lincoln Greens Golf Course

About Lincoln Greens Golf Course

Lincoln Greens is the Springfield Park District's course on the shore of Lake Springfield, 240 acres laid out by Robert Bruce Harris and opened in 1957. It runs 6,869 yards from the tips and 5,347 from the forward tees. The map survey shows a flat, tree-lined parkland course: trees along 17 of the 18 holes, 11 doglegs, about 48 bunkers, water near only two holes, and roughly 23 feet from the highest point to the lowest. Keep it in the fairway and it's an easy walk. Course character from OpenStreetMap contributors' survey data.

It's a locals' course with a full setup: a driving range, a pro shop, a snack bar, a banquet room and leagues through the week, including a Wednesday evening two-person scramble. The course records are both 62, by Jake Erickson from the blue tees and Katherine Hepler from the reds.

It's one of 24 courses Yoink watches in the Springfield & Champaign area, and the closest alternative is Bunn Golf Course, about 3 miles away — handy when your first choice is booked solid.

What it's like to play Lincoln Greens Golf Course

11 of the 18 holes bend, so position off the tee matters more than length. A creek or river runs through the property and comes into play on 2 holes.

Course character from OpenStreetMap contributors' survey data (ODbL).

Booking a tee time at Lincoln Greens Golf Course

Tee times book online, with separate links for season pass holders and everyone else, or call the shop at 217-786-4111. 2026 green fees are $24 for 18 on weekdays and $26 on weekends and holidays ($13.50 and $14.50 for nine), with seniors 62 and over, juniors and service personnel at $22 on weekdays. If you play a lot, a 2026 season pass for Lincoln Greens (or Bunn) is $660 for residents, and non-residents add $70; the $720 Mega Pass covers all four Park District courses. Passes run January 5 to December 23, weather permitting.

How to get a tee time at Lincoln Greens Golf Course