Harbor Springs is home to seven golf clubs, Birchwood Farms Golf & Country Club, Boyne Highlands, Chestnut Valley, Harbor Point Golf Club, True North,and Weque Golf Club.
Birchwood Farms Golf Club has 27 breathtaking holes of true Northern Michigan golf. Golfers find themselves surrounded by untouched forest and gorgeous views of Lake Michigan while playing on fairways and greens that can only be described as "meticulous."
The original 18-hole layout winds through scenic woodlands and is a true test to even the most seasoned of golfers. With manicured fairways and generous greens, every round on this course is a new challenge. Playing to 6,734 yards, this layout is a perfect test for the scratch player while still an enjoyable training ground for those just taking up the game. An additional nine exceptional holes were added on the west side of the property in 1998. Crafted by renowned designer Jerry Mathews, this masterpiece shows his attention to detail and ability to utilize the terrain's natural topography. From the stunning views of Lake Michigan, beginning with the very first hole to the many elevated tee boxes, this is a truly impressionable course. Offering a more modern design, members of Birchwood delight in their endless golfing opportunities. Click here to see all of the Birchwood Farms Golf homes for sale.
Boyne Highlands Golf
Boyne Highlands has four courses. The Arthur Hills course boasts many traps and hazards to trip up even the best of players. 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 from some of the architect's most golf courses.
The Heather, Boyne Highlands first course designed by Robert Trent Jones, has stood the test of time as an elite, best of the best, championship course. The Moor features numerous doglegs, marshes, and water holes along its 6,850 yards.
After purchasing the Harbor Highlands Ski Area in nearby Harbor Springs, Michigan, and developing its ski facilities, Everett Kircher became serious about golf. Noted architect Robert Trent Jones, Sr., was hired to design the 18-hole Heather course that opened in 1966. By 1967, The Heather was ranked one of the “Top 100 Courses in the U.S.” by Golf Digest Magazine. It was the spark that ignited the golf boom in northwest Michigan, now referred to as America’s Summer Golf Capital. Click here to see all of the Boyne Highlands Golf homes for sale.
Harbor Point Golf Club
Historic, charming, and fun come to mind when enjoying a casual 9 or 18-hole round on this northern Michigan classic course. Known for superb conditioning, enjoyable routing, and spectacular views of Lake Michigan, Harbor Point is recognized as a great walking course by Golf Digest.
Enjoy Northern Michigan golf at its classical best. In the finest traditions of resort courses, Harbor Point Golf Club offers a lasting and refined golf experience.
Chestnut Valley Golf Club & Restaurant opened for play in 1994 and has become one of Northern Michigan's most popular golf & dining destinations. Its classic design carved out of a beautiful log home community in the northern hardwood forest over rolling terrain, is both enjoyable and challenging for golfers of all abilities. With its prestigious 4 star rating from Golf Digest, Chestnut Valley has maintained its reputation as one of the best values for golf & dining throughout the Midwest.
Chestnut Valley Golf Course is a picturesque championship course and is a good test and great fun for players of all skill levels. There is also a bonus 19th hole if you haven’t had enough after 18. After your round is done be sure to check out the clubhouse, bar, and Pro Shop. Chestnut offers a great bar and grill menu at a good value. Sometimes smaller is nicer and Chestnut Valley is one of those places. A bit of trivia: Chestnut Valley is actually named after the American Chestnut Tree. Between the 10th and 11th holes, you will find one of the few remaining American Chestnut Trees in the nation. This one is thought to be around 125 years old. Click here to see all of the Chestnut Valley Golf homes for sale.
True North Golf Club
True North Golf Club is a top-rated championship golf course carved into the deep woods of Northern Michigan by award-winning architect Jim Engh, True North is a low-volume destination golf club that provides a true championship-level golf experience.
True North is a 320-acre private golf and residential community located in northern Michigan, five miles north of Harbor Springs and the shores of Lake Michigan. Harbor Springs is a town long recognized as an ideal place to live or vacation. The golf community is etched out of rolling hardwoods, pines, and open meadows. True North’s golf course is exceptionally well designed by renowned Golf Course Architect, Jim Engh. The residential community is small, private, gated, and will feature Timber Frame and Cottage Style Architectural styling. Click here to see all of the True North Golf Club homes for sale.
Weque Golf Club
Not far from downtown Harbor Springs, Wequetonsing Golf Course offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level.
Well-groomed fairways and greens keep Wequetonsing Golf Course difficult yet friendly, and the staff can offer tips and tricks for playing your best round.
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