My mom is from Michigan, so I grew up hopping over (or usually around) the lake to enjoy the beauty of this state every year. More recently, I heard whispers that golf scene in Michigan was vastly underrated, and I can now confirm the validity of that rumor. While Arcadia Bluffs is certainly on the national radar, it took some digging to find these gems (and I thin Michiganers like it that way). I’ve made a few adjustments from my own itinerary to what I would actually recommend (below), but there’s truly so much golf up there. Boyne alone has 10 courses to choose from. No matter what you choose, you’re bound to enjoy Pure Michigan.
Pro-tip: if you go in June, you’ll take advantage of being in the westernmost part of the eastern time zone. The sun doesn’t set until about 10PM, so fitting in 36 holes is easy.
Northwest Michigan
Day 1
Fly into Grand Rapids, drive to Roscommon
Day 2
36 holes - play Forest Dunes & The Loop, drive to Bay Harbor. Check into Bay Harbor Inn
Day 3
36 Holes - play The Heather in the morning then play Bay Harbor Preserve/Links in the afternoon
Day 4
Drive to Arcadia Bluffs and check into the on-site hotel. Play South Course in the afternoon.
Don’t miss the sunset bagpipes
Day 5
Play Arcadia Bluffs & The Dozen
Day 6
Travel home
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In My Opinion:
Travel Ease: Difficult (limited flights into Grand Rapids)
Golf Quality: Very good
Budget-Friendly: Yes
Beginner-Friendly: Mostly