





Overview
This challenging western Illinois public course sits just south of the Quad Cities and was designed by the Nicklaus Design firm. Many holes play along the scenic Fyre Lake and others play up on the hillside overlooking the lake. With plenty of elevation change, the course can be a strenuous walk.
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“Impressive topography on this western Illinois Nicklaus design. Good routing amidst rolling hills, providing some significant elevation changes for the area. Variety of length on the holes, and often times different shot options encouraged. Course was heavily saturated to protect from warmer late summer, which provided some hole locations to play with, on what could be an extremely daunting set of undulating greens under firmer and faster conditioning."
Read More2024
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“I absolutely recommend playing Fyre Lake if you are in the area. It was better than I expected and a lot of fun. Great use of the lakes in defining several holes and aestheically excellent."
Read More2024
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“This Nicklaus design, owned and restored by PGA Pro Mark Krizic and his wife Alyssa, has been rejuvenated after years of neglect. The course presents a challenging layout that winds through a rolling property and excellent conditioning. A bit off the beaten path, but definitely worth the effort."
Read More2023
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“Has to be one of the best values I've ever seen! Some really fun holes along Fyre Lake and surprising elevation changes for the area. Bunkering was beautiful, unlike any Nicklaus Course one will play...a rugged and natural look that framed holes in a picturesque way. Very interesting green complexes, somewhat reminiscent of what you might see at Sweetens Cove or Kingsley w/ the green contours. Course went through bankruptcy 2x, and sat idle for 1.5 years w/ no mowing....amazing they didn't have to regrass anything w/ the condition the course currently is in"
Read More2022
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“Really hilly with nice views of the lake. Several holes right on the water. Tough holes, with undulating greens. Deep grass if you miss the first rough cut. Working out of a trailer so no ambiance and condition isn't real good."
Read More2018
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