Golf in Gages Lake

Gages Lake is an unincorporated community in Lake County, just west of Gurnee, centered on the small natural lake that gives the area its name. It carries a quiet, semi-rural atmosphere that feels unusual for the county's busier southern tier, having resisted much of the commercial development common along nearby Route 45. Brae Loch Golf Course occupies this lakeside setting, offering accessible recreational golf in surroundings noticeably calmer than the commercial corridors a short drive away. For golfers, the appeal lies in that contrast: proximity to Gurnee's shopping and attractions paired with the settled, neighborhood feel of a lake community. The course suits players looking for a relaxed local round rather than a sprawling resort experience. Gages Lake works best as a quiet base within easy reach of Gurnee's amenities, giving visitors a low-key alternative to the area's more developed stretches.