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How many holes in Lake Arlington golf course?
Redesigned in summer of 2008, the Lake Arlington Golf Course, a Ralph Plummer design, is a traditional 18 hole, par 71 facility that sits on 185 acres. The course offers challenging golf along with a practice putting green and chipping area at an exceptional value.
Why play at Lake Arlington golf course?
The course offers challenging golf along with a practice putting green and chipping area at an exceptional value. Lake Arlington Golf Course blends open and tree-lined fairways, long challenging par 3's and scenic greens to appeal to every level of player.
Can you swim in Lake Arlington?
This man-made lake (the earth removed was transported to a landfill to form Nickol Knoll Golf Club) was created to ease flooding problems. The 2 mile walking path is used year-round. The 50-acre detention lake allows boating but no swimming. Check out the Lake Arlington Programs. Multi-generational Area with Picnic Shelter & Game tables
What are the rules for fishing at Lake Arlington?
Posted Rules. Fishing at Lake Arlington is regulated by all Illinois Department of Conservation rules and regulations. Fishing licenses are required for 16-65 year olds. The Park district has stocked the Lake with bass, bluegill, catfish and northern fingerlings.
From Fort Worth
Go east on I-20, exit U.S. 287 South. Exit Eden Road, and turn right (west). Go about a ½ mile, and turn left on Golf Club Drive. Ventana Grille is the second entrance on the left.
From Dallas
Go west on I-20, exit U.S. 287 South. Exit Eden Road, and turn right (west). Go about a ½ mile, and turn left on Golf Club Drive. Ventana Grille is the second entrance on the left.
From Grapevine
Go south on Hwy 360, exit I-20 West. Go west on I-20, exit U.S. 287 South. Exit Eden Road, and turn right (west). Go about a ½ mile, and turn left on Golf Club Drive. Ventana Grille is the second entrance on the left.
How old do you have to be to rent a boat in the Park District?
The Park District rents sailboats and paddle-boats during the summer and fall season. Minimum age to rent a boat is 12 years old with a signed waiver. A waiver is required of all persons renting a boat.
Can you launch a boat at Lake Arlington?
Boat Launching. Boaters are allowed to launch their own craft at Lake Arlington. Currently there are no restrictions on size. However, there are no ramps. All boats will have to be carried down to the boat launch area. No sailboards, or motors will be allowed. Sailboats, rowboats, kayaks and canoes are welcome.
What hole did the flood in Lake Arlington flood?
A massive flood in 1989 overwhelmed the emergency spillway west of Hole 12, flooding much of the course and dumping eight feet of silt on the fairway of Hole 8.
What Indian tribes lived in Lake Arlington?
In the 1830s, a series of Indian communities comprised of groups including Caddos, Cherokees, and Tonkawas were situated along Village Creek, which runs through the heart of the course. Lake Arlington remains tied to Ralph Plummer today.
What is the Plummer golf course?
Plummer thought a golf course should flow with the surrounding land, utilizing the existing landscape, elevation changes, streams, prevailing winds, and other natural conditions to create unique holes and challenging approach shots. While Plummer's design remains the heart of Lake Arlington, the course has undergone two renovations since its birth.
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