Northern Michigan golf courses - Best of the best
Northern Michigan knows the elevated tee shot. The beautiful, rustic terrain is the main reason golfers flock here every summer.
TravelGolf.com's Brandon Tucker spent some time on the best golf courses in the area this past summer and brought his camera along for the ride. From posh Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer signatures to northern Michigan classics like Treetops, here's the best of northern Michigan golf illustrated.
Bear at Grand Traverse
After more than two decades Jack Nicklaus' legendarily tough Bear at Grand Traverse remains one of Michigan's most talked-about courses.
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Black Bear near Gaylord
Black Bear near Gaylord is one of northern Michigan's best golf bargains.
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Black Forest
Black Forest's daunting dark tree lines make it one of northern Michigan's most intimidating courses.
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Forest Dunes
Forest Dunes is one of the state's top public offerings thanks to immaculate conditioning and contrasting nines.
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The Fountains at Garland Resort in Lewiston
Tranquil, classic resort golf on courses like the Fountains is Garland Resort's niche up north.
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King's Challenge in Cedar
Northern Michigan does elevated tee shots to a tee at courses such as King's Challenge.
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Torch Course at A-Ga-Ming Resort in Traverse City
A-Ga-Ming's Torch course was joined in 2005 by the Sundance, but the original 18 still has the best views of Torch Lake.
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Treetops
Treetops' famous undulating putting course is almost as much fun as its 81 holes.
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