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Loon Golf Resort - The Lakes Course

1233 E Opal Lake Rd, Gaylord, Michigan 49735, Otsego County
(989) 731-1300
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4.5
80 Reviews
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The Lakes GC: #2
A view of hole #2 at The Lakes Golf Course. The Lakes GC
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A view of the 5th fairway at The Lakes Golf Course. The Lakes GC
The Lakes GC: #6
A view from tee #6 at The Lakes Golf Course. The Lakes GC
The Lakes GC
A view from tee at The Lakes Golf Course
The Lakes GC
A view of green with water coming into play at The Lakes Golf Course

About

Formerly the Lakes Golf Course at Michaywe and Mountain Lakes Golf Club

Holes 18
Par 72
Length 6418 yds
Rating 70.6
Slope 130
Type Public
Style Links
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Tees
Track Rounds
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Course scorecard and layout

Course Details

Rentals & Services

Golf Carts
Caddies
Golf Clubs

Practice & Instruction

Teaching Pro
Pitching & Chipping Area
Putting Green

Policies

Metal Spikes
Walking Allowed
Dress code Appropriate golf attire

Available Facilities

Clubhouse
Year Built 1988
Fairways Pencross Bent Grass
Greens Pencross Bent Grass
Architect(s) Jerry Matthews (1988) Michael Tellshow (2007)

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Rating Index
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4.5
4.5 out of 5 stars, based on 80 reviews
96.6%
Recommend
80
Reviews
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  • 3 Stars
  • 2 Stars
  • 1 Stars
  • Conditions
    4.3
  • Value
    4.6
  • Layout
    4.6
  • Friendliness
    4.8
  • Pace
    4.4
  • Amenities
    4.0
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Course Highlights
Exceptionally friendly staff and a well-regarded layout deliver strong value, making this northern Michigan course a rewarding play. Rounds move at a comfortable pace, with course conditions consistently earning solid marks from recent visitors.

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Golfers Often Mention

Course Challenges:
Elevation Changes 8
Undulating Greens 7
Forced Carries 6
Best For:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 7
Location is:
Worth the Drive 6

Golfer Reviews

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jthg
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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seyward12
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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Scotteboy
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Wonderful staff and course!

The course was well maintained. Pace of play was excellent and the staff was wonderful. We could not have asked for a better experience.

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u788129109
Reviews 23
Skill Advanced
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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u047241506
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
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mk8q16ophx3822873
Review 1
Recommended
Played

Sensational Staff

Just an Amazing Staff at the front desk. Kerri & Chris took care of us. I highly recommend a top notch golf course and staff!!

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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RG3A61F9D4A86F34292
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Ahelmkay
Reviews 27
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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qubTWRPJHooV1li9zXj4
Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Lakes course

Enjoyed the course. Great layout. Very nice staff!

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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u000004136416
Reviews 21
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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3YxG704kSflnq3oOJT9j
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 5.0
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u000006145056
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

loon

Not a bad track. Plenty of huge divots on fairways. I know not all couse fault. No water in ball washers, good thing I watered towel. Still better than the other 2.

Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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3YxG704kSflnq3oOJT9j
Reviews 2
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u3848333
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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KayDrogosch
Reviews 15
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 3.0
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u2339734
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u764168654
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Must of hit a bad day.

Course is beautiful. Got caught in a storm delay for about 40 miinutes. That’s no one’s fault. A group of sixteen (four groups) were loud and drunk and having a good time which made the round last just shy of six hours. Someone should have been watching the pace of play. I’m sure it was just unfortunate timing.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 3.0
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Commented on 12/18/2024

Thank you for your feedback; it’s greatly appreciated! Summer golf in Northern Michigan is always bustling, but we remain committed to improving course management and enhancing the pace of play.

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u211572448
Reviews 6
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
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u788129109
Reviews 23
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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glenk69
Reviews 35
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Beautiful Gaylord course

This course has it all, links-like holes, holes with great views and elevation changes and holes wrapped around lakes. So much fun. Pretty good condition considering the lack of rain - it was still very green throughout. My favorite of the 3 Loon resort courses.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 12/18/2024

Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re always striving to improve, even when Mother Nature doesn’t always cooperate!

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