The Mountain Ridge Course carves through heavily forested highlands with expansive waste bunkers and tree-lined fairways, culminating in a 200′ climb and spectacular views. Despite its challenging layout, four teeboxes on each hole make Mountain Ridge very playable, with distances ranging from 4,956 to 7,007 yards.
Crystal Mountain – Mountain Ridge Course
12500 Crystal Mountain Dr.
Thompsonville, MI 49683
(800) 968-7686
| Tee |
Slope Rating |
Course Rating |
Yardage |
| Blue |
73.5 |
135 |
7007 |
| White |
69.8 |
129 |
6258 |
| Gold (men) |
67.6 |
122 |
5700 |
| Red |
69.4 |
123 |
4956 |
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September 20, 2008 | admin
On Crystal’s scenic Betsie Valley course, play amidst sparkling creeks, tranquil ponds and lush meadows. Water comes into play on nine of 18 holes and its isolated fairways are accented with wildflowers and flanked by towering pines and hardwoods, creating memorable, picturesque play. You may take a cart or walk the Betsie Valley.
Crystal Mountain – Betsie Valley Course
12500 Crystal Mountain Dr.
Thompsonville, MI 49683
(800) 968-7686
| Tee |
Slope Rating |
Course Rating |
Yardage |
| Blue |
72.0 |
132 |
6567 |
| White |
68.4 |
121 |
5914 |
| Red |
69.2 |
121 |
5064 |
| Green (junior) |
n/a |
n/a |
2655 |
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September 18, 2008 | admin
Designed by Arnold Palmer, The Legend was awarded 4½ stars in Golf Digest’s “Places to Play Directory.” Cascading over hilltops with stunning views of Lake Bellaire and into valleys alongside crystal clear waters, The Legend was named one of the top four resort courses in the United States by the readers of Golf Magazine. Book your tee time online.
• Par: 72 • Yards 6,764 • Slope: 137 • Rating: 73.6
Shanty Creek – The Legend
5780 Shanty Creek Road
Bellaire, MI 49615
1-800-678-4111
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September 16, 2008 | admin
Designed by PGA player & architect, Tom Weiskopf, Cedar River was named one of America’s Top 100 Resort Courses by Golf Week. One of Golf Magazine’s “Top Ten in the U.S. You Can Play,” this northern Michigan course offers five tees. Book your tee time online.
• Par: 72 • Yards: 6,989 • Slope: 144 • Rating: 73.6
Shanty Creek – Cedar River
5780 Shanty Creek Road
Bellaire, MI 49615
1-800-678-4111
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September 14, 2008 | admin
Annually named one of the top public courses in Michigan, Schuss Mountain is a challenging course carved into Pure Michigan. Schuss Mountain delivers the challenge golfers seek throughout 6,922 yards of abundant wetlands, rolling hills, and wildlife. Book your tee time online.
• Par: 72 • Yards: 6,922 • Slope: 127 • Rating: 73.4
Shanty Creek – Schuss Mountain Course
5780 Shanty Creek Road
Bellaire, MI 49615
1-800-678-4111
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September 12, 2008 | admin
The Shanty Creek original, this William Diddel design is one of northern Michigan’s gems rolling gently across the hills of Antrim County. A long-time favorite among golfers who favor wide fairways and fast greens. Book your tee time online.
• Par: 71 • Yardage: 6,260 • Slope: 122 • Rating: 72
Shanty Creek – Summit Course
5780 Shanty Creek Road
Bellaire, MI 49615
1-800-678-4111
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September 10, 2008 | admin
The final design of Robert Trent Jones, Sr. in Michigan is truly a masterpiece. In his own words, Jones claimed it his crowning glory. The course is located at the headwaters of the Pigeon River and takes full advantage of natural valleys, ravines and broad plains. The signature sixth hole features a 120’ vertical drop
and a panoramic view of the Pigeon River Valley.
Treetops – Jones Masterpiece
3962 Wilkinson Road
Gaylord, MI 49735
1-888-873-3867
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September 8, 2008 | admin
Premier is the only course in Michigan designed by famed architect Tom Fazio, making the most of the rolling terrain and striking the perfect balance between challenge and forgiveness. When asked to name a signature hole, Fazio replied, “All of them!”
Treetops – Fazio Premier
3962 Wilkinson Road
Gaylord, MI 49735
1-888-873-3867
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September 6, 2008 | admin
Rick Smith, renowned architect and golf instructor, set the bar high with Signature, his first 18-hole course. The course unfolds into high upland and features undulating greens and wide, forgiving fairways. Signature has been rated a Top 50 Course for Women.
Treetops – Rick Smith Signature
3962 Wilkinson Road
Gaylord, MI 49735
1-888-873-3867
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September 4, 2008 | admin
Tradition is Rick Smith’s walking course which pays homage to golf’s origin, and is well named as it features traditional wooden pins and pennant flags. The links-style layout takes advantage of high ridges and hilltops, providing some sloping while still being walkable. Holes one through nine wrap back around to the starter house, allowing for nine-hole play.
Treetops – Rick Smith Tradition
3962 Wilkinson Road
Gaylord, MI 49735
1-888-873-3867
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September 2, 2008 | admin
Rick Smith’s first par three course has received national recognition since it opened, consistently ranking as the #1 par three course in America by Golf Magazine, Golfweek, Golf & Travel and several others. It’s perhaps the most recognized par three course in America. For a number of years, Threetops hosted the ESPN Par 3 Shootout. Lee Trevino recorded an ace on #7 during the Shootout in 2001. The course itself features elevated greens and tees with noticeable slopes.
Treetops – Threetops Par 3
3962 Wilkinson Road
Gaylord, MI 49735
1-888-873-3867
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September 1, 2008 | admin
2013 is the year to play at Bay Harbor Golf Club
Take advantage of our lowest pricing ever on daily rates -or- add a round at Bay Harbor to any BOYNE golf package for as low as $45! Call 800.462.6963 and ask our reservations agent for more details.
Our northern Michigan golf courses showcase sweeping shoreline bluffs, dunes, rugged rock formations and verdant woodlands converge in the form of three nine-hole courses on the banks of Lake Michigan’s Little Traverse Bay. Each golf course possesses a distinct character and flavor that challenge every skill level.
Designed by Arthur Hills, the three ‘nines’ are all paired with a different finishing nine, forming three championship 18 hole routings. These combinations are The Links and The Quarry; The Quarry and The Preserve; The Preserve and The Links. Play your favorite or challenge all of Arthur’s 27!
The Links
Reminiscent of great Irish seaside courses. Miles of Lake Michigan shoreline form a backdrop for this incomparable beauty, accented with towering bluffs and dunes.
The Quarry
Already on the list of the world’s most unique, The Quarry winds its way around and through an immense shale quarry, complete with a 40-foot gorge, stone cliffs, natural ponds and a gentle waterfall.
The Preserve
This natural beauty is a haven for wildlife and golfers alike. Stately hardwoods tower over lush grasses, wildflowers and wetlands- all within earshot of Lake Michigan’s shores.
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August 28, 2008 | admin
The Crooked Tree Golf Club is perched on bluffs high above Bay Harbor and near Petoskey Michigan.
The course was sculpted from centuries-old hardwoods, and the back nine opens to breathtaking views of Little Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan.
Though it is the shortest of the BOYNE courses, blind shots and incredible greens will challenge and delight you all the way through your round.
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August 26, 2008 | admin
BOYNE’s very first golf course, The Heather by Robert Trent Jones has stood the test of time as an elite, best of the best, championship course. Its wonderful test of golf, combined with some of the most premier playing conditions in the mid-west, is why the Golf Association of Michigan selected The Heather as the host site for the 100th Michigan Amateur in 2011.
Ranked as one of the “Top 100 Courses You Can Play ” by Golf Magazine, and “50 Best Courses for Women” by Golf for Women. Take your shots along wide tree-lined fairways, while manuvering your way around sculpted bunkers and daunting water hazards. The Heather boasts a masterful combination of challenging shots and beautiful scenery. Explore all of BOYNE’s Michigan golf resorts and courses today.
Caddie service is available with advance reservation to enhance your experience when playing The Heather. Rates for a walking caddie are $45 + gratuity, per person for 18 holes. To reserve your caddie, please call the Caddie Reservation line at 231.526.3138.
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August 24, 2008 | admin
An amazing spectacle of design and beauty. A colossal course that requires patience and respect. The Arthur Hills course boasts many traps and hazards to trip up even the best of players. A must-play course for every serious golfer.
Arthur Hills trademarks are all throughout with generous fairways leading to intense green complexes, beautiful use of the natural land, multiple playing strategies leading to plenty of rewards… but none without a risk!
Explore all 9 of our picturesque courses and book your Michigan golf resort vacation today!
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August 22, 2008 | admin
Where else can you experience playing the combined history of 14 U.S. Opens, 11 PGA Championships, 8 U.S. Amateurs, and 3 Ryder Cups all in 4 hours?
The Donald Ross Memorial is a composite of classic golf holes designed by Donald Ross in the early part of the century and re-created at BOYNE from some of the architect’s most renowned golf courses including Oakland Hills, Seminole Golf Club, Pinehurst #2, Inverness, and Oak Hill.
Explore our hole-by-hole description of the Donald Ross Memorial to learn the entire story of this modern marvel in golf course architecture and experience true golfing in northern Michigan today!
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August 20, 2008 | admin
The Moor features numerous doglegs, marshes and water holes along its 6850 yards. A well designed course for players of all levels. The Moor was the second course built at Boyne Highlands and is host to many exciting events including the AJGA’s Coca-Cola Championship (July), Kircher Cup (September), and Harbor Cup (October).
Caddie service is available with advance reservation to enhance your experience when playing The Moor. Rates for a walking caddie are $45 + gratuity, per person for 18 holes. To reserve your caddie, please call the Caddie Reservation line at 231.526.3138.
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August 18, 2008 | admin
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Home of the Tournament of Champions, The Alpine weaves down the mountainside toward spectacular Deer Lake. Stunning vistas with strategically placed water hazards and bunkers provide a thrilling round. Rich in character, memories are sure to follow you long after your round is complete.
The Alpine has a great deal of diversity in its layout, yet seamlessly flows from one hole to the next. The front nine is constantly tempting and testing you with its sly charm and if you find yourself in the middle of a good round, stay patient and consider each shot by itself, for the finish will certainly make you hang on to your hat.
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August 14, 2008 | admin
Located less than ten miles from Boyne Highlands Resort, this northern Michigan gem affords visitors an unforgettable setting, impeccable course conditions, exceptional guest service and an exquisite menu. Whether you visit frequently or are a first time visitor, you can immediately recognize that Hidden River is unique from other courses in northern Michigan. From the moment you arrive, you will feel the tranquility of the Hidden River where tall pines, exquisitely manicured grounds, and the Maple River surround you.
Hidden River offers a demanding but fair test of golf amid beautiful northern Michigan surroundings. The course is enjoyable with minimal forced carries. Architect: W. Bruce Matthews III
Hidden River Golf and Casting Club is rated among the top courses in northern Michigan and greens fees are a great value.
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August 12, 2008 | admin
The Monument golf course is a composite of dramatic and challenging golf holes of widely varying character, reflecting the distinct design philosophies of such noted architects as Donald Ross, Dr. Alister Mackenzie, Robert Trent Jones, George Fazio, and Pete Dye.