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Shambolee Golf Course is an 18-hole championship course located in Petersburg, Illinois, featuring a par-72 layout with multiple tee options to accommodate all skill levels. The course stretches from 5,040 yards (Red tees) to 6,748 yards (Blue tees), with a course rating of 65.6 to 72.1 and slope ratings ranging from 111 to 126.

The layout presents a balanced mix of challenges across both nines. Notable holes include Hole 1, described as the most challenging on the course with a dogleg right protected by a large tree, and Hole 2, a lengthy par-5 reachable in two only by the longest hitters. The course features several doglegs and strategic hazard placement, including fairway bunkers on Holes 6 and 4, and a pond protecting the approach on Hole 4. Elevated greens add to the difficulty, with some blind approach shots required.

The front and back nines each play to par-36, with the front nine measuring 3,473 yards from the blue tees and the back nine 3,275 yards. The course offers birdie opportunities on its par-3 holes (3, 8, 16, and 18) and three par-5s per nine. Multiple tee boxes provide accessibility for golfers of varying abilities and handicap levels.