Golf Illinois Map
Golf, Illinois — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Golf, Cook County.
Interactive Map of Golf, Illinois
| City | Golf |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 42.058918 |
| Longitude | -87.792563 |
| Population | 518 |
| Density | 471.9 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Golf, Illinois
Golf is a locality in Cook County, Illinois, United States. It is a small community with a population of 518. The population density is 471.9 people per km². Golf is located at 42.0589°N, 87.7926°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 60029.
Golf, Illinois, unfolds across a terrain that whispers of glacial retreat, its gently rolling contours, once sculpted by ice, now softened by centuries of wind and rain. The air here, particularly in the hushed hours before dawn or as the sun begins its slow descent, carries a crisp, almost crystalline quality, a testament to the open skies that stretch above the manicured greens and whispering oaks. The landscape itself is a thoughtful arrangement of verdant fairways and shadowed woodlands, where the meticulous hand of man has coaxed order from nature, creating a serene backdrop for a life lived at a deliberate pace. Birdsong, a constant companion, punctuates the quietude, a vibrant counterpoint to the rustle of leaves and the distant murmur of traffic, hinting at the larger world just beyond the reach of Golf's tranquil borders. The history of Golf is intrinsically linked to its identity as a private, exclusive enclave, established in the early 20th century by individuals seeking a refined escape from the burgeoning metropolis to the south. Its economy has long been shaped by the affluent residents who call it home, fostering a character of quiet prosperity and well-maintained elegance. The very name, Golf, speaks to its most prominent feature: the world-class golf courses that are its heart and soul, drawing enthusiasts and professionals alike. This dedication to the sport has fostered a unique local culture, one that values tradition, precision, and the understated pleasures of a well-played game, a legacy woven into the very fabric of its existence, a place where the echoes of generations of putts and drives can almost be heard on the breeze.
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About This Golf Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Golf, Illinois with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Golf and Cook County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Golf is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Golf is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
