Highlands Golf Club
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504
Kent County
Phone(s): (616) 453-1504
Fax: (616) 453-1504
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The Highlands Golf Club in Grand Rapids is one of West Michigan's premier golfing facilities. Dating back to the early 1900s, the course is a classic Donald Ross layout. Over the years it has hosted a number of PGA and LPGA events and has been played by big names including Arnold Palmer, Sam Snead, and Jack Nicklaus. The golf course has a timeless design that is subtly deceptive but not overly punishing. It provides a good test while still remaining approachable for beginners. There isn't any water on the course but mature trees line the fairways and there are several strategically placed bunkers to avoid. In the century that the golf course has been open, Highlands has gained a following among locals not only for the quality of the round but also the affordable rates.
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Golf course details
- Holes: 18
- Designed by: Donald Ross
- Public/Private: Private
- Year opened: 1908
- Golf Season: Open: 3/01 Closed: 12/01
- Guest Policy: Open
- Tee times welcomed: Yes
- Fairways: Bent
- Greens: Bent
Facilities
- Pro in house: Yes
- Driving range: Yes
- Rental clubs: Yes
- Rental carts: Yes - included in green fees
Green fees price ranges
- Week days: $15 - $35
- Weekends: $15 - $40
- Tee times from $25 - Check prices
Course policies
- Metal spikes allowed: No
- Dress code: Shorts shall be no shorter than mid-thigh - no cutoffs, "short shorts," running or athletic shorts, or swim trunks. Denim jeans and athletic or sweat pants are NOT permitted.
- Credit cards accepted: VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Length, slope and rating for each tee
| Tee | Par | Yardage | Slope | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward | 71 | 5497 | 123 | 72.7 |
| Middle | 71 | 6169 | 128 | 70.2 |
| Back | 71 | 6463 | 133 | 71.5 |
This formerly private course still has everything you'd expect from a private club. Staff is very helpful, and the course is challenging and relaxing at the same time.
A few missing features (such as long driving range, missing or damaged spike cleaners) keep this course from a higher rating.
Still a must play in the GR area!