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4.3
293 Reviews (293)
5 Stars
93
4 Stars
167
3 Stars
20
2 Stars
11
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.6
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.6
97.2%
Recommend this course
271 out of 293 reviews
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4.4
49 Reviews (49)
5 Stars
25
4 Stars
21
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.7
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.7
95.9%
Recommend this course
47 out of 49 reviews
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4.4
70 Reviews (70)
5 Stars
33
4 Stars
34
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.7
Layout
4.6
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.6
97.1%
Recommend this course
68 out of 70 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public/Municipal
Par 72
Length 6325 yards
Slope 130
Rating 70.3

Rouge Park Golf Course is the city of Detroit's hidden gem. The course has been a local favorite since it first opened in 1923. Despite the expansion of Detroit's golf offerings in later years, Rouge Park G.C. is still considered one of the best and most challenging of them all. The tranquil setting boasts an abundance of wildlife including deer, pheasants, and herons, making you completely forget that you're in the city. The golf course was carved from rolling hills, providing tricky contours and dramatically elevated tees. The Rouge River winds through the layout, coming into play on six holes. The difficulty of the course is balanced by the wide, player-friendly fairways. The par-4 11th is considered one of the Detroit metro area's toughest holes. It requires a 280-yard drive in order to clear not just one but two water hazards.

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Course Details

Year Built 1923
Fairways Bluegrass/ Poa mix
Greens Bent Grass/ Poa mix
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ray Hearn (2017)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Shirt and Shoes Required

Food & Beverage

Snacks

Available Facilities

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4.3
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Conditions Good
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Difficulty Moderate
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Conditions Good
Value Good
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Conditions Good
Value Good
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Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Plays Once a week
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5.0
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First Time Playing

Better than expected

The course was in good shape considering it was during the fall season.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 131
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
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4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
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Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Challenging

Rouge park is challenging and quite the surprise. I enjoyed my round and would recommend this course.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Reviews 107
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Great improvement

Played about 2 weeks ago and many areas were ravaged by flood/rain damage. Couldn't believe the improvement. Still has some way to go, but it looks like they're on the right track... Keep it up!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
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Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 60
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 131
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing

Lions rock

Ranger on course was friendly, starter was overwhelmed with combining groups. We were sent out with a twosome playing nine. Group behind had allsona nine twosome and eighteen twosomes. Front desk with only one register taking food orders and checking in golfers , kept me from propped warmup as spent fifteen minutes trying to check in.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Excellent golf course

Rating: ★★★★★

I had an exceptional experience at Rouge Park golf course. The course is beautifully maintained, offering a perfect blend of challenging holes and stunning scenery. The greens were fast and true, and the fairways were in pristine condition. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, making sure our group had everything we needed for a great day of golf. The clubhouse amenities were top-notch, with a well-stocked pro shop and a fantastic restaurant to unwind in after our round. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or a beginner, this course is a must-visit. I’ll definitely be coming back!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 107
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played

New management making progress

New management took over in July. Unfortunately they were greeted with flooding and plenty of drainage issues. Making headway... Traps raked, tee boxes were improved and greens were fast... Keep up the good work..

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Old Course

This course is rough around the edges, but it is a treat to play.

Some really long and tough par 4s.

One of my faves.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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