Crystal Lake Golf Club is absolute golf nirvana. Perched on the ridges east of the Village of Beulah on U.S. 31 in northwestern lower Michigan, the course overlooks one of the most spectacular lakes in the state, the blue/green hues of Crystal Lake.

Amenities

Electric & Gas Golf Carts, Golf Instructor, Putting Green, Snack Bar, Bar/Lounge, Twilight Rates, Rangers on Course, Beverage Carts on Course, Banquet Facilities, Family Friendly, Driving Range, Pro Shop, Restaurants, PGA Pros, Bag Attendants, Junior Rates, Replay Rates.

Blue Tees…..6,703 yards    Rating…..72.3    Slope…..130

White Tees…..6,316 yards   Rating…..71.2   Slope…..124

Gold Tees…..5,798 yards     Rating…..69.1    Slope…..119

Red Tees…..5,003 yards      Rating…..69.7    Slope…..119

Par for the course is 72

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A-GA-MING SUNDANCE

Sundance was rated the 3rd best new golf course in the country when it debuted for 2006 and as since done noting but earn more accolades. Golf Digest has it nominated for a spot in the top 100 golf courses in the country. Sundance has been praised as well-known architect Jerry Mathew’s best design ever, which is saying quite a bit. The golf course is a links style design with 118 bunkers framing the wonderfully sculpted fairways and greens. With the views of Torch Lake to the east and Lake Michigan to the west along with the rolling terrain, it makes this course one of the most pleasurable golf rounds to be had anywhere.

Amenities

On-site lodging, Driving range & practice facility area, Restaurant/bar & grill, Beverage cart, Junior rates, Replay rates, Twilight rates, and Outing tent area for large groups.

Tee…..Championship

Yardage…..6,935

Course Rating…..72.8

Slope…..132

Par…..72

 A-GA-MING THE TORCH

Situated on one of Northern Michigan’s most spectacular settings overlooking beautiful Torch Lake. Golfers come for the view but they marvel at the Golf Digest 4-star rated Torch course that lies in front of them. The Torch, originally designed in 1976 by former Michigan Legend and Ryder Cup Captain Chick Harbert is a true Northern Michigan Classic. You won’t believe the beauty all around you.

Amenities

Walking permitted, Family friendly, Golf instruction available, Driving range, Putting green, Pro shop, Bar/lounge, Restaurant, Guest rooms.

T ee…..Championship

Yardage…..6,585

Course Rating…..73.2

Slope…..133

Par…..71

THE CROWN GOLF COURSE

Nestled in the emerald green hills of Traverse City’s southwest side, only five minutes from downtown, the Crown Golf Club offers some of the best greens in Northern Michigan. It boasts 286 acres of rolling hills and scenic views, with 18 holes of finely groomed fairways and greens. The Crown Golf Course is both challenging and fun.

Amenities

Walking permitted, Family friendly, PGA golf instruction available, Driving range, Putting green, Pro shop, Mulligan’s Pub & Grill.

Tee…..Championship

Yardage…..6,666

Course Rating…..72.2

Slope…..136

Par…..72

ELMBROOK GOLF COURSE

Just ten minutes from downtown Traverse City, Elmbrook offers players of all levels a challenging and enjoyable experience. Elmbrook is one of the oldest public par 72 courses in Northern Michigan (established in 1964) and is the perennial local favorite due to its well-maintained course layout. It offers panoramic views of Grand Traverse Bays and the natural beauty that surrounds Traverse City.

Amenities

Walking permitted, Family friendly, Golf instruction available, Driving range, Putting green, Pro shop, Bar/lounge, Forward tees for beginners & juniors, Snack bar.

 Tee…..Championship

Yardage…..6,021

Course Rating…..68.8

Slope…..116

Par…..72

GRAND TRAVERSE RESORT AND SPA-THE BEAR

June 17, 2010 marks the 25th anniversary for The Bear offering  some of Northern Michigan’s most challenging golf. This course was designed by golf legend Jack Nicklaus and is one of the area’s most famous courses. It’s known for it’s beauty and toughness.  The Bear is a links-style course featuring terraced fairways, tiered greens, deep grassy roughs, moguls, mounds, and deep pot bunkers.

Amenities

Electric & gas golf carts, Golf instruction available, Putting green, Bar/lounge, Snack bar, Twilight rates, Rangers on course, Beverage cart on course, Banquet facilities, Family friendly, Driving range, Pro shop, Restaurants, Guest rooms, PGA Professional, Bag attendants, Jim McLean Golf School, Junior rates & replay rates.

Tee…..Championship

Yardage…..7,078

Course Rating…..148

Par…..72

GRAND TRAVERSE RESORT AND SPA-SPRUCE RUN

Grand Traverse Resort and Spa’s original resort course, Spruce Run, began as the Acme Public Golf Course, was expanded to 18 holes in the late 1970s, then redesigned in 1979 by former university of Michigan Golf Coach, William Newcomb. Also a championship course, it was home to the Michigan Open before the completion of The Bear. Spruce Run offers a challenge as well as fun.

Amenities

Electric & gas golf carts, Golf instruction available, Putting green, Bar/lounge, Snack bar, Twilight rates, Rangers on course, Beverage carts on course, Banquet facilities, Family friendly, Driving range, Pro shop, Restaurants, Guest rooms, PGA Professional, Bag attendants, Jim McLean Gold School, Junior & Replay rates.

Tee…..Championship

Yardage…..6,304

Course Rating…..71.1

Slope…..134

Par…..70

GRAND TRAVERSE RESORT AND SPA-THE WOLVERINE

Gary Player’s first signature course in Michigan was designed to be flexible and playable with four sets of tees to accommodate golfers of all abilities.  The course is fun for high-handicappers yet can be set up to be a true test for professional tournaments. The course weaves through water and wetlands on the front nine, and highland terrain with hardwoods and views of Grand Traverse Bay greet you on the back nine.

Amenities

Electric & gas golf carts, Golf instruction available, Putting green, Snack bar, Bar/lounge, Twilight rates, Rangers on course, Beverage carts on course, Banquet facilities, Family friendly, Driving range, Pro shop, Restaurants, Guest rooms, PGA Professional, Bag attendants, Jim McLean Golf School, Junior & Replay rates.

Tee…..Championship

Yardage…..7,043

Course Rating…..74.5

Slope…..138

Par…..72

HAWK’S EYE GOLF RESORT-THE CHIEF 

 The Chief, coined “The Spirit of The North“,  is a beautiful 18 hole championship level course located near Shanty Creek Resort in Bellaire, Michigan. With dramatic elevation changes and impeccable conditioning, The Chief represents the perfect harmony between natural beauty and the game of golf.

Amenities

Golf packages, On-site lodging, Golf instruction & golf schools available, Driving range, Putting green, Bar & grill, Restaurant, Juniors 16 & under play for $25 with paying adult

Tee…..Championship

Yardage…..6,600

Course Rating…..72.1

Slope…..140

Par…..71

HAWK’S EYE GOLF RESORT-HAWK’S EYE

 Hawk’s Eye golf Club was designed by golf course architect John Robinson. He was recently named to the top 50 golf course architects in the country because of his dedication, hard work, and innovative designs. The Hawk’s Eye is the centerpiece of  The Hawk’s Eye Golf Community. It is a semi-private championship located in beautiful Northern Michigan.
Amenities

Golf packages, On-site lodging, Golf instruction & golf schools available, Driving range, Putting green, Bar & grill, Restaurant, Juniors 16 & under play for $35 with paying adult

Tee…..Championship

Yardage…..7,011

Course Rating…..74.6

Slope…..140

Par…..72

THE LEELANAU CLUB AT BAHLE FARMS

The 18-hole championship course boasts spectacular view of Suttons Bay and West Grand Traverse Bay and varied terrain with hills, woodlands, water, and strategically placed bunkers. The Leelanau Club at Bahle Farms is destined to become a course golfers will want to play again and again.

Amenities

Walking permitted, Golf instruction availbable, Putting green, Restaurant & grill, Snack bar, Family friendly, Driving range & practice facility, Pro shop, Bar/lounge

Tee…..Championship

Yardage…..6,756

Course Rating…..72.8

Slope…..136

Par…..71

MISTWOOD GOLF COURSE

Mistwood has established a reputation as one of the finest public golf courses in Norther Michigan. The Mistwood Golf Course  is legendary for fast greens, bentgrass fairways, extraordinary beauty, as well as a great restaurant and bar. Opened in 1993, it’s sure to satisfy your golf passion.

Amenities

Walking permitted, Golf instruction available, Putting green, Restaurat, Beverage cart, Snack bar, Family friendly, Driving range, Pro shop, Bar/lounge, Outing facilities

Tee…..Championship…..White/Blue…..Blue/Red…..Red/White

Yardage……………………….6,695………….6,669…………6,460

Course Rating………………….72.9…………..72.9…………..71.6

Slope…………………………..142…………….143…………….140

Par………………………………71……………..71………………71

SHANTY CREEK RESORTS-CEDAR RIVER

Carved our of 500 acres of hardwoods by PGA tour player and award-winning architect Tom Weiskopf, Cedar River Golf Course, a nationally recognized top 100 course, offers Shanty Creek Resorts’ longest play and largest greens. This Northen Michigan course offers five tees to provide players with challenging yet enjoyable golf.

Amenities

Private lessons with pro, Walking permitted, Pro shop, Rangers available daily, Restaurant, Driving range, Beverage cart, All electric golf carts, Family friendly, Starter at start of course, Lot attendants, Bar/lounge, Putting greens

 Tee…..Championship

Yardage…..6,989

Course Rating…..73.6

Slope…..144

Par…..72

SHANTY CREEK RESORTS-THE LEGEND

From “The King” Arnold Palmer, Shanty Creek Resorts’ The Legend Golf Course cascades its challenges through 600 acres-from mountain tops to valley holes along and over sparkling waters. The Legend was named one of the top four resort courses in the United States by the readers of Golf Magazine.

  Amenities

Private lessons with pro, Walking permitted, Pro shop, Rangers available daily, Bar/lounge, Driving range, Beverage cart, All electric golf carts, Family friendly, Starter at start of course, Restaurant, Lot attendants, Putting greens

Tee…..Championship

Yardage…..6,764

Course Rating…..73.6

Slope…..137

Par…..72

SHANTY CREEK RESORTS-SCHUSS MOUNTAIN

Designed to showcase nature’s splendor on every turn of the course, Schuss Mountain Golf Course cuts straight through Northern Michigan hardwoods. A favorite of locals who enjoy its views of rolling hills, wetlands, and wildlife; it’s an unforgetable experience.

Amenities

Private lessons with pro, Walking permitted, Pro shop, Rangers available daily, Restaurant, Driving Range, Beverage cart, All electric golf carts, Family friendly, Starter at start of course, Lot attendants, Bar/lounge, Putting greens

Tee…..Championship

Yardage…..6,922

Course Rating…..73.4

Slope…..127

Par…..72

SHANTY CREEK RESORTS-SUMMIT

Found high above the Northern Michigan countryside, Summit Golf Course offers golfers a classic, open course that winds grandly across the rolling hills of Shanty Creek Resorts. The Summit’s faster play is a perfect complement to the strategies of the resort’s other courses.

Amenities

Private lessons, Walking permitted, Pro shop, Rangers available daily, Restaurant, Driving range, Beverage cart, All electric golf carts, Family friendly, Starter at start of course, Lot attendants, Bar/lounge, Putting greens

Tee…..Championship

Yardage…..6,220

Course Rating…..72.0

Slope…..122

Par…..72

Lose weight and tone up on the beach with qualified trainers from FIT FOR YOU in Traverse City. The Beach Boot Camp will be held every Tuesday and Thursday 6:00 pm-7:00 pm come rain or shine (but not thunderstorms or severe weather).  

You can register for the Beach Boot Camp and get more details as well as see a brief video from the trainers of FIT FOR YOU or call 231-922-7285.

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Wildlife and numerous bird species make their homes in this preserve.

“The 14-acre Frazier-Freeland Preserve is a dense thicket, where deer and other critters roam, rich with food and shelter for wildlife. This preserve protects the wetlands and water of Weaver Creek, an important stream that flows into Grand Traverse Bay near Omena.” 

Click here to visit the Leelanau Conservancy’s page on the Frazier-Freeland Preserve.

This forested wetland is a gift to all who cherish Nature’s intricate web. 

“Scan the under story for wild rose, fuzzy white pussy toes, and the rarer fern species such as rattlesnake, interrupted, and maindenhair. Of the 13 species of rare ferns in Michigan, nine appear in Leelanau County, and many can be found in the Teichner under story. Blue flag iris also appear in the marsh.” 

Click here to visit the Leelanau Conservancy’s page on the Teichner Preserve.

“This rich swamp forest shelters rare and reclusive animals and plants and is key to protecting the health of Lake Leelanau.

Along the shores of Lake Leelanau lies a tapestry of wetland habitats where Mebert Creek discharges into Lake Leelanau. One of the region’s most diverse wetland complexes, with 174 acres and over a mile of shoreline, this preserve provides undisturbed habitat for rare and threatened plants. It also filters and removes excess nutrients, thereby protecting the water quality of the lake.”

Click here to visit the Leelanau Conservancy’s page on the Mebert Creek & Greeno Preserve.

“Bubbling springs emerge to join Belanger Creek along its course through this 68-acre natural area. 5600 acres of surrounding land drain into Belanger Creek and its headwaters in Bass Lake. Brown brook trout swimunder a lowland canopy of hemlock, cedar, and white pine. There are yellow birches, too, whose bark yields a sharp wintergreen taste. Upland you find hardwood climax forest, including ash, sugar maple, and basswood.”

Click here to visit the Leelanau Conservancy’s page on the Belanger Creek Preserve.

“Dig your toes into the sand at this calm, family-friendly beach on beautiful Lake Leelanau.”

Click here to visit the Leelanau Conservancy’s page on Nedows Bay.

“An uninterrupted protected area from Fishtown to where the trail comes down to the water from the parking area at the road end of Cedar street – for both wildlife and public to enjoy. A favorite place for watching Lake Michigan sunsets, Hall Beach also protects historic Fishtown from future commercial development.” 

Click here to visit the Leelanau Conservancy’s page on Hall Beach.

“ A Community Gathering Place

An important element to the small town feel of Leland, The Village Green provides a lovely oasis at the end of the shopping district. Here, visitors and residents read their mail, wander through the beautiful perennial gardens, or simply take a moment to relax in this picturesque little village.”

Click here to visit the Leelanau Conservancy’s page on the Leland Village Green.

“For generations, thousands of people have enjoyed a paddle down the beautiful Crystal River near Glen Arbor. The shallow river is gentle and slow, and its meandering path takes canoeists and kayakers around one beautiful bend after another. Ideal for families with small children, the river can be traversed in just 2 or 3 hours, depending on how hard you work. Every season brings something wonderful to see, from turtles sunning on rocks, to bright red cardinal flowers standing on shore, to spawning salmon congregating in the fall.” 

Click here to visit the Leelanau Conservany’s page on the Crystal River.

“Located in the heart of Lake Leelanau Village, the Narrows is an integral part of the town’s character. When an 80-slip marina was proposed here, the community rallied to preserve these precious wetlands. “ 

Click here to visit the Leelanau Conservany’s page on the Narrows Natural Area.

Click here to visit the Leelanau Conservancy’s page for updates on the 45th Parallel Park.

“On a spring morning, you might hear 20 bird species singing, from the melodious meadow lark to the raucous red-winged blackbird, in this diverse, 110-acre Natural Area. Deer and turkey winter in in the old apple orchard; the sand pit is home to a turtle nursery and brook trout live in the stream that runs through the property. The area’s treasured beaver dams have entertained generations of children.” 

Click here to visit the Leelanau Conservancy’s page on the Chippewa Run Natural Area.

“ Along with its majestic hardwoods, Finton also contains a touch of cedar swamp. Among the cedars are hemlocks whose acidic roots inhibit growth of other plants. These roots and those of other trees are relatively exposed. Historical high water levels caused the soil to bog up and slide away. You’ll also notice boulders deposited by retreating glaciers and the raised ridges running along the ground that indicate past lake levels of Lake Michigan.”

Click here to visit the Leelanau Conservany’s page on the Finton Natural Area.

“A paddle through the Cedar River Preserve is the perfect place to view stunning yellow pond lilies, see a mink slip into the water or watch an osprey dive for its dinner. The wetlands here provide not only a home for a vast array of wildlife, they also filter water entering Lake Leelanau and are a crucial hedge against pollution.”

Click here to visit the Leelanau Conservancy’s page on the Cedar River Preserve.

 ”The dictionary defines a moraine as an accumulation of earth and stones carried and finally deposited by a glacier. This 10,000-year old geologic wonder has all the attributes that made its preservation a must – spectacular views from its towering bluffs above Lake Michigan, varied terrain which hosts unusual communities of plants and wildlife, and a location within easy walking distance of the village of Leland.”

Click here to visit the Leelanau Conservancy’s page on the Whaleback Natural Area.

“Livability.com has searched 200 of the most livable cities in America to find the 10 most surprisingly vibrant cities for foodies to flex their taste buds.”

Traverse City is listed as number one among such places as Pueblo, CO, Logan, UT, Wichita, KS, Albuquerque, NM, Eugene, OR, Walnut Creek, CA, Kansas City, MO, Boulder, CO, and Asheville, NC.

Click here to see Livability’s food find news.

 ”For thousands of beautiful songbirds and broad-winged raptors that migrate to nesting grounds in the Upper Peninsula, our Lighthouse West Preserve at the Tip of the Peninsula is a godsend. Here, 42 acres and 640 feet of undeveloped shoreline along Lake Michigan provide a place to stop, feed and rest before crossing the big water. Lighthouse West provides an array of habitat for over 100 species of our feathered friends.”

Click here to visit the Leelanau Conservancy’s page on the Lighthouse West Natural Area.

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“A tip-of-thepeninsula jewel, Kehl Lake Natural Area combines the best of Leelanau, with everything from shoreline to towering mixed forest to important wetland habitat. Near the lakeshore, a majestic white pine and red maple forest covers the sandy ridge. Beyond, the land gently slopes to wetter areas dominated first by an old-growth pine-hemlock forest, followed by birch, poplar and cedar marsh. These wetlands provide food and cover for wildlife, particularly birds, and contribute to the lake’s pristine water quality. ”

Click  here to visit the Leelanau Conservancy’s page on the Kehl Lake Natural Area.

Michigan Wine Trails offer a fun exploration through the world of wines. Be sure to call us before you head out, we’d be happy to tell about the great Wine Packages we offer.

“They meander through lush green valleys. They shadow the breathtaking Lake Michigan shoreline. And they wind their way into inviting tasting rooms. Michigan’s wine trails lead us to the vineyards and wineries where we can savor the award-winning efforts of world-class winemakers.”

Click here to see Pure Michigan’s information on Michigan Wine Tours and Trails.

“Houdek Dunes’ signature is its stands of bright, healthy white birches – many over a century old. Their advanced age is highly unusual for this transition species. Woodland pockets created by dips in the dunes shelter the birches from the wind and allow them to thrive.”

Click here to see the Leelanau Consevancy’s information about the Houdek Dunes Natural Area.

“The 145 acres sits in the middle of a rapidly developing residential area. “The DeYoung family turned away many offers from developers and sacrificed financially by offering this property to the Conservancy because they care tremendously about seeing it remain as it is today,” said Matt Heiman, a land protection specialist with the Leelanau Conservancy who has worked with the family for the last 4 years. “Under some scenarios, the property could have supported as many as 100 homes.” From the property’s highest vantage points there are views of west and east Grand Traverse Bay.”

Please click here to visit the Leelanau Conservancy’s Page on the De Young Natural Area.

Streamside Orvis’ Guides offer classic fly fishing on some of the country’s finest trout streams. Guides float and wade the “flies only” water of the Manistee River as well as the Boardman, lower Manistee, Betsie, Platte and Pere Marquette Rivers.

Fly Fishing in Michigan

Streamside also is host to the Orvis Michigan Fly Fishing School offering more than twenty two-day Orvis fly fishing schools at the beautiful Homestead and on the nearby Boardman River. That’s right, the same great Orvis Fly Fishing School curriculum offered in Manchester, Vermont is now available in the heart of Michigan’s northern beauty. Michigan’s finest fly fishing is only minutes away from Orvis Streamside on the Manistee and Boardman Rivers. Whether it’s a fly casting lesson, a float trip on the Manistee River or just a chance to preview the latest Orvis fly fishing tackle, gifts and clothing, Streamside Orvis has it all in the heart of the Midwest’s finest trout and salmon fishing.

Orvis Streamside carries a complete line of Orvis fly fishing tackle as well as an extensive array of fine Orvis, ExOfficio, Barbour, Cloudveil, and Mountain Khaki outdoor clothing and casual wear. Streamside also boasts the largest fly selection in northern Michigan including many famous and not-so-famous local and historic patterns not available anywhere else. So whether you want to admire the latest piece of Battenkill luggage, find the latest hatch information, or are just looking for a skillful guide to float the Hendrickson spinnerfall, Orvis Streamside is open every day to help you. We hope you’ll give us a chance to demonstrate how much we value your business and share your love of fly fishing.