Forest Akers Golf courses in East Lansing, Michigan

Forest Akers is a 36-hole golf facility on the campus of Michigan State University that delivers very green fairways at very reasonable prices. If you want the tough golf course, you play Forest Akers West and deal with its Michigan trees. If you're looking for a more relaxed, quick-in-and-out play, go across the street to Forest Akers East golf course. This isn't about celebrity golf architects. The designer of the 49-year-old East course is the relatively unknown Bruce Matthews.

The emphasis here is on super-walkable courses that can be played for as low as $10 in the late afternoons. Being on the campus of Michigan State makes sure all the green isn't interrupted by any houses. The college's renowned turfgrass science program also insures that your lies will be good and the stroll easy.