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White Oaks sits in Marissa, a small coal-country town in southwestern Illinois, about 30 miles southeast of St. Louis. This is working-class golf territory — the kind of corner of the country where the game is played without pretension, and a good local track earns loyalty through honest conditions and genuine accessibility rather than resort amenities or prestige.
A par 73 is a detail worth pausing on, since it steps outside the standard template most courses follow. That extra stroke typically signals a layout with an additional par 5 on the card, which tends to give the round a more relaxed rhythm without sacrificing length or interest. It's a format that suits a course built for the everyday player — someone looking for an afternoon on turf that rewards solid ball-striking without punishing every mistake.
The surrounding landscape is classic Southern Illinois: gently rolling terrain, hardwood corridors, and open agricultural stretches that let the wind become a quiet factor. St. Louis golfers looking to escape the metro without a long drive find this region offers genuine value and the unhurried pace that defines Midwest golf at its most comfortable.
| Tee | Yards | Rating | Slope | Par |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White/Blue · men | 5,652 | 66.7 | 115 | 73 |
| Yellow · men | 4,585 | 62.9 | 98 | 74 |
| Red · women | 4,554 | 65.7 | 107 | 74 |
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