Golf Courses in the Gaylord Golf Mecca

Kalkaska, MI · 27 mi · 18 holes · $25 · 4.6★

A genuine Northern Michigan find — challenging, well-conditioned, and priced like a secret.

Kalkaska, MI · 29 mi · 18 holes · $23 · 4.6★

Timber Wolf's greens are rolling as well as anywhere in northern Michigan right now — and it won't cost you much to find out.

Hillman, MI · 39 mi · 18 holes · $48 · 4.5★

A genuine north Michigan getaway with resort bones, strong reviews, and a layout that actually challenges you.

Lewiston, MI · 23 mi · 72 holes · 4.4★

Northern Michigan's hidden gem combines resort luxury with a serious championship test that demands your A-game.

Kewadin, MI · 32 mi · 72 holes · 4.5★

Northern Michigan's premier golf destination delivers excellent conditions across 72 holes of challenging resort golf.

Brutus, MI · 33 mi · 18 holes · 4.7★

A Bruce Matthews III design buried in Northern Michigan timber that punishes lazy tee shots and rewards the drive out.

Indian River, MI · 27 mi · 18 holes · $45 · 4.6★

Honest municipal track with excellent greens and comprehensive amenities at a fair price.

Harbor Springs, MI · 31 mi · 18 holes · $25 · 4.6★

A century-old Donald Ross design on the Harbor Springs shoreline that plays shorter than it thinks — and smarter than you expect.

Bellaire, MI · 25 mi · 18 holes · $60 · 3.9★

A true Up North destination round with real challenge and a full resort experience — conditions are average right now but the setting carries its weight.

Bellaire, MI · 25 mi · 18 holes · $150 · 4.1★

A legitimately challenging Arnold Palmer design in a full resort wrapper — just catch it later in the season for peak conditions.

Roscommon, MI · 31 mi · 18 holes · $185 · 4.5★

One of Michigan's most demanding layouts is open and golfers love it — but satellite data says the turf hasn't fully woken up yet.

Gaylord, MI · 5 mi · 18 holes · 4.4★

A pristine northern Michigan resort course that delivers private club conditions with full stay-and-play amenities.

Harbor Springs, MI · 33 mi · 18 holes · $35 · 4.6★

Hidden gem in Harbor Springs delivers excellent greens and challenging elevation changes at a fair price.

Lewiston, MI · 23 mi · 72 holes

Solid Michigan conditions on paper, but intel is too thin to book blind.

Charlevoix, MI · 34 mi · 18 holes · $150 · 4.3★

A quietly prestigious northern Michigan classic — come for the caddies and greens, not the practice facilities.

Vanderbilt, MI · 10 mi · 18 holes · $54 · 3.8★

Challenging northern Michigan track with excellent greens and impressive course conditioning under new ownership.

Boyne Falls, MI · 17 mi · 18 holes · 4.8★

Championship-caliber northern Michigan design currently showing concerning turf conditions despite strong maintenance reputation.

Grayling, MI · 26 mi · 18 holes · 4.6★

Golfers love it right now, but satellite data suggests the turf hasn't fully woken up yet for the season.

Harbor Springs, MI · 34 mi · 18 holes · 4.4★

A precision-first layout that honors its namesake — but plan your visit around the limited amenities and unverified conditions.

Charlevoix, MI · 34 mi · 18 holes · $70 · 4.5★

A well-maintained northern Michigan charmer currently showing early season turf stress.

Mancelona, MI · 23 mi · 18 holes · $75 · 4.3★

Excellent resort amenities and mountain setting, but recent service issues are concerning.

East Jordan, MI · 25 mi · 18 holes · $16 · 4.6★

Exceptional value short course perfect for beginners, but early season conditions are rough.

Bellaire, MI · 26 mi · 18 holes · 4.4★

Demanding shot-maker's course with exceptional maintenance but early-season timing concerns.

Charlevoix, MI · 30 mi · 18 holes · 4★

A scenic northern Michigan hidden gem worth the drive — just don't expect a full-service facility.

Roscommon, MI · 31 mi · 18 holes · 4.6★

One of the most inventive course designs in America — just catch it later in the season for the full experience.

Gaylord, MI · 6 mi · 18 holes · 4.6★

A punishing, pine-framed shot-maker's test that rewards accuracy — but satellite turf data suggests the course hasn't fully woken up from winter yet.

Cheboygan, MI · 38 mi · 18 holes · 4.5★

A beginner-friendly river course showing promise under new maintenance efforts despite limited practice facilities.

Wolverine, MI · 15 mi · 9 holes · $30 · 4.2★

New ownership is quietly turning this northern Michigan hidden gem around — but the turf is still catching its breath after recent storms.

Kalkaska, MI · 31 mi · 18 holes · $25 · 4.6★

A genuinely relaxed northern Michigan local — walk the wooded nine, grab a burger, repeat.

Comins, MI · 35 mi · 18 holes · $20 · 4.6★

Budget-friendly northern Michigan course with welcoming atmosphere but concerning spring turf conditions

Gaylord, MI · 4 mi · 81 holes · 4.3★

A genuine northern Michigan destination worth the drive — but turf isn't at its best right now.

Gaylord, MI · 6 mi · 18 holes · 4.3★

Greens are the star of the show, but pack your own warmup routine — there's nowhere to range before your round.

Harbor Springs, MI · 32 mi · 18 holes · $60 · 4.8★

A genuine shot-maker's gem in Harbor Springs — but hold off until conditions improve.

Charlevoix, MI · 34 mi · 9 holes · 4.2★

A walkable small-town 9-holer in one of Michigan's most scenic corners — but come with modest expectations on amenities.

Bellaire, MI · 24 mi · 18 holes · 4.1★

Immaculate greens and plush fairways in a charming northern Michigan hideaway — but show up prepared for a course still finding its spring legs.

Elk Rapids, MI · 36 mi · 18 holes · $12 · 4.7★

Private club charm at budget rates, but verify spring conditions before visiting.

Gaylord, MI · 1 mi · 36 holes · 3.9★

A legitimate northern Michigan lodge getaway — but check conditions before you make the drive.

Mancelona, MI · 12 mi · 18 holes · 4.4★

A scenic northern Michigan challenge with excellent greens but persistent pest issues that can ruin your round.

Bellaire, MI · 23 mi · 18 holes · $150 · 3.6★

Tom Weiskopf's well-designed resort track hampered by operational shortcomings and premium pricing.

Gaylord, MI · 5 mi · 18 holes · 4.7★

A well-equipped traditional test up north, but current turf health raises questions about timing your visit.

East Jordan, MI · 26 mi · 9 holes · 4.9★

A charming lakeside 9-hole gem with stunning views, but spring conditions are concerning.

Gaylord, USA · 6 mi · 18 holes · 4.5★

Stunning northern Michigan architecture in mid-recovery — the bones are exceptional, but the forest is still healing.

Ellsworth, MI · 35 mi · 18 holes · 4.6★

A straightforward public course with concerning spring conditions despite strong golfer reviews.

Boyne Falls, MI · 16 mi · 18 holes

A genuine shot-maker's test in northern Michigan, but the turf needs more time to wake up from winter.

Bellaire, MI · 24 mi · 18 holes · 4★

Accessible family-friendly golf with excellent maintenance standards, but limited recent feedback raises questions about current conditions.

Harbor Springs, MI · 35 mi · 54 holes · 4.8★

Three challenging courses at a well-amenitied private club, but current turf conditions are concerning despite the club's strong reputation.

Boyne Falls, MI · 17 mi · 18 holes · 4.3★

Charming hidden gem with a real conditions red flag you can't ignore right now.

Gaylord, Gaylord · 4 mi · 18 holes · 4.4★

Classic RTJ championship design suffering from poor spring conditions despite solid resort amenities.

Harbor Springs, MI · 33 mi · 18 holes · 4.4★

Full-service resort course with serious conditioning issues despite strong amenities and challenging layout.

Boyne Falls, MI · 16 mi · 18 holes · 4.5★

A charming Northern Michigan resort round — but satellite data flags turf health as a real concern right now.

Grayling, MI · 30 mi · 18 holes · 4.5★

Beautiful course mid-aeration — worth the wait, but not the drive right now.

Petoskey, MI · 23 mi · 18 holes · 4.6★

A genuinely charming northern Michigan classic — but satellite data flags serious turf concerns that can't be ignored right now.

Mio, MI · 35 mi · 18 holes · $2 · 4.4★

Charming northern Michigan escape let down badly by fairway conditions that are among the worst in the state right now.

Bellaire, MI · 24 mi · 18 holes · $135 · 4.1★

Resort course with premium amenities is currently unplayable due to severe maintenance neglect.

Gaylord, MI · 6 mi · 18 holes · 4.4★

A clever Jerry Matthews design worth revisiting — but satellite data flags serious turf stress right now.

Harbor Springs, MI · 37 mi · 18 holes · 4.1★

Championship-caliber private club facing severe turf health crisis despite premium amenities.

Gaylord, MI · 4 mi · 18 holes · 4.2★

A scenic northern Michigan course that has fallen into severe disrepair with abandoned maintenance.

Petoskey, MI · 27 mi · 4.9★

This practice-focused facility appears to be struggling with poor course conditions despite historically strong reviews.