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Tribute Golf Course at Otsego Golf Club
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About
The Tribute Course is one of two golf courses at the Otsego Club. With its other course, the Classic, Otsego was the first of what is now Gaylord's golf mecca. Added in 2001, the Tribute is the newer of the two but it has quickly made a name for itself. In addition to being a challenge, the course also offers picturesque scenery on almost every hole. There is very little water on the golf course but the layout doesn't need it with its variety of elevation changes and numerous strategically placed sand bunkers situated along the greensides and fairways. The course demands accuracy and length, making it a formidable test for even seasoned players but players of all skill levels will enjoy the unrivaled scenery regardless of their score. The third hole is one of the most scenic holes in northern Michigan, and it also provides a great birdie opportunity.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Back | 72 | 7087 yards | 74.1 | 134 |
| Middle | 72 | 6596 yards | 71.9 | 130 |
| Forward | 72 | 6147 yards | 70.0 | 125 |
| Front | 72 | 4971 yards | 69.0 | 115 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Long M: 74.7/140 | 404 | 450 | 430 | 556 | 478 | 216 | 607 | 435 | 240 | 3816 | 394 | 551 | 420 | 205 | 407 | 452 | 542 | 158 | 399 | 3528 | 7344 |
| Black Short M: 73.8/136 | 404 | 450 | 430 | 556 | 478 | 216 | 607 | 435 | 240 | 3816 | 394 | 481 | 420 | 205 | 407 | 452 | 542 | 158 | 399 | 3458 | 7274 |
| Blue M: 72.9/136 | 362 | 420 | 410 | 522 | 444 | 194 | 566 | 417 | 216 | 3551 | 357 | 481 | 370 | 182 | 375 | 401 | 521 | 146 | 349 | 3182 | 6733 |
| White Long M: 69.5/128 | 330 | 396 | 380 | 490 | 428 | 185 | 535 | 401 | 202 | 3347 | 332 | 455 | 342 | 164 | 358 | 342 | 509 | 126 | 330 | 2958 | 6305 |
| White W: 75.7/136 | 330 | 396 | 380 | 490 | 428 | 185 | 535 | 401 | 202 | 3347 | 332 | 455 | 342 | 164 | 358 | 342 | 509 | 126 | 330 | 2958 | 6305 |
| White Short M: 68.9/130 | 330 | 396 | 380 | 490 | 428 | 185 | 535 | 401 | 149 | 3294 | 332 | 455 | 342 | 164 | 358 | 342 | 509 | 126 | 330 | 2958 | 6252 |
| Green M: 65.2/116 W: 69.9/124 | 288 | 314 | 326 | 450 | 298 | 157 | 461 | 301 | 137 | 2732 | 264 | 375 | 307 | 106 | 289 | 288 | 399 | 86 | 239 | 2353 | 5085 |
| Handicap | 13 | 9 | 17 | 7 | 5 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 12 | 8 | 6 | 14 | 4 | 16 | 2 | 18 | 10 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
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Golf Advisor: Top 25 Courses for Layout in the U.S. (2022 #19)
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Photo submitted by chadbury on 10/15/2025
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Photo submitted by LoganR86 on 09/01/2024
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Photo submitted by LoganR86 on 09/01/2024
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Photo submitted by LoganR86 on 09/01/2024
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Photo submitted by LoganR86 on 09/01/2024
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Photo submitted by Rycos on 06/27/2022
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Photo submitted by Rycos on 06/27/2022
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Quiet day on ten course Photo submitted by jimmydwyer27 on 05/11/2022
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Photo submitted by zcd1 on 08/03/2021
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Photo submitted by Pete3905012 on 06/02/2021
Great course!!!
The views here are spectacular! The course itself is in beautiful condition too. I think the condition of the course was as good as any I have ever played and we played it at 1:10. A lot of the nicer courses start to get chewed up by that point in the day but this one was not. I will definitely play it again!!!!!
Breathtaking
This was the most breathtaking course I have ever played in the state of Michigan. It just has the best views of the course and surrounding areas. Even driving from hole to hole is awesome!
Beautiful
Great views,elavavation changes, tough and fast greens
Very scenic!
Very scenic course. Challenging and exciting! Look forward to golfing here again.
perfect northern Michigan golf
Great views and a perfect picture of what Northern Michigan golf is about
Nice course. Rough is really rough!
Great looking holes abound. Not a lot of water, but sand and rough make it tough enough.
Very scenic, but very difficult unless you are a low handicapper.
A very long drive to the first tee but after that a very picturesque course that covers a very large area. Both my wife and I are mid handicappers (10 & 12) and we found the course to play quite long even on holes that didn't have much length but had contours and hills that made second shots very challenging. Club selection was difficult in itself. The greens were quite large and fast with undulations that made them tough. One par 3 green was about 50 yards from front to back. We enjoyed the course for what it offered in terms of uniqueness and condition and would recommend it as a course to try once and develop your own opinions.
Course is always in great shape
I played the course on Sept 14th, 2012 w/my two adult sons. We found the course to be very fair, but @ the same time very challenging on some holes. The views & elevation changes were spectacular. We played just prior to the fall colors changing. It would be great to get back up to play maybe when the colors are in full bloom. I thought we received an excellent rate by booking through GolfNow.com.. Would advise this method for all golfers. My only regret is that Gaylord is a considerable drive from Fenton, Mi. The Tribute is one of my favorite courses to play while in the Gaylord area. Keep up the great work! Have a great winter!!
Teriffic course, great condition.
This was 2nd time we have played and both were excellent
experiences. Tough enough for the guys but friendly for
the gals. One of our favorites.
Excellent course layout and beautifully maintained.
This is a must play. From the challenging holes, which afford you the ability to play safe or go for the gusto, to the beautiful views, this course has it all. Friendly staff compliments the fantastic conditions you will find at this facility.
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