Private · 18 Holes

Salem Country Club

700 Divot Drive, Salem, Illinois

PrivateMembership
18Holes
Donald RossCourse Designer
4.264 Reviews
Salem, ILLocation

The Club

About Salem Country Club

Salem Country Club is a historic private club known for its classic Donald Ross-designed 18-hole championship golf course. The club offers immaculate conditions and a range of amenities, including extensive practice facilities, fine dining, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. Members can enjoy a vibrant social calendar and a welcoming community atmosphere.

Facilities

Club Amenities

Motor Cart
Pull Cart
Club Rental
Club Fitting
Pro Shop
Golf Lessons
Driving Range
Putting Green
Restaurant
Fine Dining
Fitness Center
Swimming Pool
Clubhouse
Changing Room
Lockers

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Membership

Joining Salem Country Club

Members of Salem Country Club enjoy unlimited access to a championship 18-hole golf course, three golf practice areas, fine dining, a fitness center, and a swimming pool. The club offers various membership tiers catering to families, seniors, young executives, and more, each providing access to tournaments and social events.

Membership Options

Ways to Join

Family

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  • $160/moDues
  • $1,750/yrAnnual

Unlimited access to all amenities for spouse and children up to 26 years old.

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Three golf practice areas
  • Fine dining
  • Fitness center
  • Swimming pool

Senior

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  • $140/moDues
  • $1,540/yrAnnual

Unlimited access for members 72+ years of age, including spouse.

  • Eligible for tournaments
  • Access to social events

Intro Family

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Pricing on request

Access for members aged 41-45, spouse, and children up to 26 years old.

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Three golf practice areas
  • Fine dining
  • Fitness center
  • Swimming pool

Young Executive

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Pricing on request

Access for members 40 years or under, including spouse and children.

  • Eligible for tournaments
  • 18-hole golf course
  • Three golf practice areas

Fees are approximate and gathered from public sources — contact the club to confirm current pricing.

Reviews

What People Say

4.2/5
Google · 64 reviews
In summary

Salem Country Club is frequently praised for its well-maintained and challenging golf course, with many appreciating the layout and friendly staff. The club is noted for being a good value and offering a pleasant dining experience. However, some visitors have raised concerns about the condition of certain areas like greens and tee boxes, while others have mentioned issues with event management and inconsistent service.

6 months ago
my husband has been a member of the country club since 2017 faithfully paying his dues. In the year 2025 this current year, my husband decided not to join the country club however, he went several times paying each and every time. His reasons for not joining we're personal, but not because he did not enjoy the love of golf. We still have the letter that he received in September stating that he could no longer golf anymore this year unless he joined. Some of the buddies that he golfed with never received this such letter I can't tell you how hurt my husband was. We believe everything happens fo…
— Paula Helm
2 years ago
It was an ok course. Clubhouse was small and not much for a bar and really no pro shop area. Played on a day after some storms went through the day before with heavy rains so couldn't play front 9. Other than wet from the recent rains, the greens were in fairly good condition. Some tee boxes were pretty beat up or rough beyond just storm damage. Green fees were not too bad. It was an ok course to play.
— Brett Casper
5 years ago
Recently book a wedding and reception here, what should have been a happy day a bartender named whitney made horible. She complained about individuals attending the reception to club members sitting at the bar, loudly making it a point for us to here. This was unacceptable and quite rude to the families. As they stated they provided tea and lemonade to the event, Whitney told the adults NO when the asked for it and told our guest it was only for the children. We were able to supply beer to the wedding reception, but even that was a big ordeal to her, she tried to tell us we couldn't, we had to…
— Amy Wachholz
6 years ago
I have been a member for many years now. It is well maintained and well-managed.it is one of the nicer courses in southern Illinois.
— Robert Taylor
7 years ago
Excellent and challenging golf course that is very well maintained by the best course superintendent in southern Illinois.
— Andres de la O
4 years ago
Really fun course just needs to be mowed down a bit... Losing balls in the fairway calls for a long day
— Justyn Rushing
8 years ago
Really enjoyed the layout. The fareways and greens were in good shape as well.
— Chad Kelly
a year ago
Course is in terrible shape. Greens are way too slow.
— Nate Jennings
9 years ago
This is one of the best kept golf courses I have seen! The fareways are amazing.
— Angelina Emig
Edited 8 years ago
Great staff, excellent place to have lunch or a bite before you play. You do not have to have a membership to play.
— Sara Hoard
3 years ago
Course in great shape. One of few that have ladies senior tees.
— Terry Sapp
5 years ago
Everyone is nice just wish the greens were a little more forgiving.
— Steven Schmidt

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