Bittersweet Golf Club

If you’re looking for the best in North Shore golf, you’ve found it with today’s feature: $39 for 18 Holes with Cart at Bittersweet Golf Club in Gurnee ($78 Value. Expires November 1, 2025!)

You may know Gurnee as one of Illinois’ top shopping and entertainment destinations, but today’s feature course, Bittersweet Golf Club located right in Gurnee, shows why it’s also one of the best places in the state to enjoy the great game of golf. Sporting a championship-style 18-hole course that features plenty of challenges all around, Bittersweet is a scenic course that definitely focuses more on the sweet side of things than the bitter.

An upscale public course that sports exceptional private-club conditions, Bittersweet’s relaxed atmosphere and serene, natural setting will make you all-but forget you’re just minutes away from one of the area’s best tourist destinations. Playing 6,900 yards from the back set of tees, course highlights include smooth emerald greens, changes in undulation, and meticulously manicured bentgrass surfaces - all designed with an exceptional round in mind. Mother Nature also has her hand in things, with vibrant wetlands, mature oak savannas, and plenty of water in play throughout adding to the challenge. Measuring 73.3/137 from the tips, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to score throughout your round, but will definitely want to pick your battles when it comes to risk vs. reward situations.

Along with the truly majestic golf course, Bittersweet Golf Club features all of the essential amenities to make your day complete. For practice, you’ll find one of the area’s best facilities including a quality lighted driving range, new-state-of-the-art bunker and short-game area, two chipping/putting practice areas, and more! For pre- and post-round snacks and libations, the clubhouse 19th hole is a must visit and features plenty of great food and drink options as well as wonderful views of the course. For the latest and greatest in golf merch and equipment, you’ll want to visit the clubhouse pro shop which carries a large variety of the game’s biggest brands.

Owned by the Village of Gurnee and proudly operated by GolfVisions, Bittersweet Golf Club is a gem that gets better every year. 2025 brings a new cart fleet with GPS! Don’t miss your chance to take advantage of this feature - reserve your round now!