Public · 18 Holes

Roland Barkau Memorial Golf Course

1500 Waterworks Road, Okawville, Illinois

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4.4159 Reviews
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About Roland Barkau Memorial Golf Course

Roland Barkau Memorial Golf Course is located in Okawville, Illinois, just 41 miles east of St. Louis. The course features 18 holes with a mix of natural and links-style layouts, offering a challenging yet enjoyable experience for golfers of all levels. The course is known for its beautiful Southern Illinois landscapes and friendly staff, making...

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Green Fees

Play All Day RateVaries Available every day
10 Round Pass Package$220 Ten 9-hole rounds including cart
Junior Pass$250 For juniors under 18, weekdays only

Rates are approximate and from public sources — confirm current pricing with the course.

Facilities

Club Amenities

Motor Cart
Pull Cart
Club Rental
Club Fitting
Pro Shop
Golf Lessons
Driving Range
Putting Green
Restaurant
Casual Dining
Bar & Lounge
Event Space
Changing Room

Reviews

What People Say

3.8/5
GolfPass · 11 reviews
4.4/5
Google · 159 reviews
In summary

Roland Barkau Memorial Golf Course is praised for its well-maintained greens and fairways, friendly and accommodating staff, and interesting course layout that offers a mix of tree-lined and links-style holes. The attached restaurant receives positive feedback for its food and service. However, some visitors have noted issues with course management, such as slow pace of play and organizational challenges, which can detract from the overall experience.

3 months ago
Wasn't sure what to expect when booking a tee time to play this course. I must say I was very pleased after my round. Clubhouse had a cool old school vibe and the gentleman working was super nice and accommodating. The course itself was very interesting. Front 9 is a shot makers delight. Old tree lined fairways with small greens that had alot of character. Back 9 is more links style with a lot of water. Other than a few dicey spots in the fairways I really thought the place seemed taken care of. I believe there's also a restaurant attached to the clubhouse. We will definitely be back.
— Adam Gardner
7 years ago
Tee boxes , fairways and greens were all in perfect shape. Pro shop employee was super nice. I couldn't find a sitter for my 3 year old he said it was no problem at all for her to ride along with me .
— brian archer
a year ago
Fantastic course off the beaten path, greens were fantastic and top notch. It was towards the end of the season, so the fairways were turning dormant. But no complaints here. The golf all day rate is fantastic. I was able to turn in about 38 holes before dark. This will be one of my go to courses ! Thanks for the fantastic time!
— josh douglas
a year ago
Love the course but lacks good course management. Letting folks off the back 9 when you have the first tee times of the day making the turn is one sign of bad operational etiquette. No marshal, no starter. Just unacceptable. Do better.
— David Atkinson
Edited 10 months ago
The in general was in pretty good shape. Tee boxes leave a lot to be desired but overall good Course.
— Paul Mast
3 years ago
I'm not a fan. There has been a lot of rain in the area so maybe you can chuck it up to that, but the greens were in poor shape. I also just played the front nine holes and I didn't care for the design of the course. Maybe the back nine were in better shape so judge for yourself.
— Heidi Martin
7 years ago
Course is under great management now. Only had one green of 18 if I recall correctly with growing issues but it happens. Aside from that it is a great course. The front 9 is more enclosed and challenging, the back 9 opens up and has great open space. I haven't golfed here since highschool and I'm glad I came back.
— Luke Josten
8 years ago
They didn't have baked/ grilled fish but since their fish is hand breaded they said no problem they could make it the way we wanted. It was delicious. Lot of variety on the salad bar but the sliced tomatoes tasted like they were fermenting. Service was very good.
— Ken Lake
5 years ago
Booked a scramble for 6 guys. Two teams of three. Called ahead and made sure it was acceptable, and then once we got on the course. We had to break up our scramble and play threes. We called and booked this two weeks in advance. Everyone had to drive over an hour to play at this avg. course. Payed too much for an okay course. Disgusted by the management of this course. Don’t book tee times on top of each other. If you wanna have zero fun play this course. I wish I could leave -5 stars.
— Luke Thompson
6 years ago
Nice place to play. Rain has played havoc on the front 9 but playable. Pro shop staff is friendly. Make sure you tell them you're a senior if applicable. One downside... locals go all over the place jumping in on holes... then play slow :(
— saflyr
7 years ago
Good course and the restaurant is good too. You need to start handing out instructional pamphlets on course courtesy or get a marshal though. Playing as a single and a group of 4 women wouldn’t let me play thru. So I skipped them. Now a pair of seniors also won’t let me play thru. I know this isn’t either of their first times golfing.
— Stevo Langenfeld
3 years ago
My husband ordered a chicken Caesar wrap to go. The chicken was so tough you couldn't eat it. Won't get anything again. This was on Monday September 12, 2022. I would basically give it -5 stars.
— Liz Dilday

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