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Loon Golf Resort - The Loon Golf Course
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The Loon reaches all levels of golfers with a combination of multiple tee areas and well designed bunkers. Since its opening in 1994 this golf course has been what "Friendly Championship Golf " is all about. The Loon has generous landing areas gently rolling fairways large greens and some of the most scenic views Northern Michigan has to offer.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 72 | 6677 yards | 72.0 | 140 |
| Blue | 72 | 6367 yards | 70.5 | 134 |
| Silver | 72 | 5580 yards | 68.9 | 130 |
| Silver (W) | 72 | 5580 yards | 73.9 | 136 |
| Red (W) | 72 | 4890 yards | 70.3 | 120 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 72.8/139 | 370 | 188 | 482 | 176 | 530 | 426 | 407 | 491 | 209 | 3279 | 431 | 590 | 173 | 538 | 212 | 414 | 401 | 241 | 398 | 3398 | 6677 |
| Blue M: 71.0/136 | 343 | 174 | 471 | 156 | 510 | 410 | 391 | 480 | 194 | 3129 | 403 | 532 | 163 | 525 | 212 | 395 | 384 | 238 | 386 | 3238 | 6367 |
| Silver M: 68.6/124 W: 73.9/136 | 304 | 150 | 447 | 136 | 443 | 361 | 312 | 434 | 173 | 2760 | 321 | 508 | 148 | 487 | 131 | 325 | 327 | 203 | 370 | 2820 | 5580 |
| Red W: 68.5/123 | 254 | 134 | 370 | 126 | 434 | 314 | 267 | 414 | 137 | 2450 | 261 | 461 | 136 | 433 | 115 | 289 | 286 | 193 | 266 | 2440 | 4890 |
| Handicap | 11 | 15 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 13 | 6 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 14 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 8 | |||
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 11 | 13 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 15 | 8 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 6 |
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Great
Very good Northern Michigan course, many chutes off the tee, greens large and undulating
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Great course& the other two golfnow players we were paired with were wonderful partners. Nice weather to boot- made for a fine outing.Thanks to the team at Golfnow!
Great course for the average golfer.
My husband and I came up to Garland for a mini golf vacation and decided to add " The Loon" to our list of courses to play.
We arrived just a little before our tee time and were greeted enthusiastically by the friendly counter girl in the pro shop. After spending a few minutes on the range, we headed out to the first tee. We really enjoyed the course for its well kept fairways and greens that were receptive but not too speedy. While this course may not have some of the spectacular views and elevation changes that other courses in the area possess, it is a very comfortable course for the average golfer. The homes and condos along the course are beautiful and it looks like a great place to live or to rent and play/stay.
Get ready for surprises
We had a good time at "The Loon" if you have never played there before read the score card.. The tee boxes were not in very good condition, the fairways were ok it has a few "trick" holes but fun to play. The staff was great the cart guys met us at the bag drop and took really good care of us and had answers to all of our questions. And helpful on directing us on where to go. They were there when we got off of the course also to clean our clubs. Good job all around guys.
Pleasant golf experience in a scenic setting
We played on a chilly (65 degree), cloudy Saturday July afternoon. Help staff courteous without being overbearing. Maintenance of the course was good, but not superior, but appropriate for a variety of players. (We are not high-end players by any means.) Nice northwoods Michigan setting with a variety of hazards (wetlands, some water, moderately trapped). Have eaten at the restaurant there before, did not this time, but it has nice cuisine and a terrific view of the 18th green!
Fun course, but pace of play destroyed our enjoyment.
This was not our first experience at this course and each time, the slow play was a problem.
Very difficult course for weekend players.
The front 9 was so difficult and we lost many balls in the tall rough. The last 9 was more pleasurable, but very challenging.
The course was in great shape
Played the Loon Golf Resort many times and this play was the BEST.
fair but challenging
The course was in very good shape and has some holes that are challenging and others that provide opportunities for pars and birdies. Club selection is key.
Very enjotable.
Great value!
Loved everything about the course except there was NO marshall. We played as a 2-some and the 4-some in front of us didn't let us play through til the turn. We then proceeded to play through 17 before even SEEING a group in front of us.
Other than that it was a WONDERFUL golf experience we will be back!
Well maintained, fun course to play. I try to make it an annual course for our up north trips.
This is a fun course to play. I played with my 80 year old mom, dad, and brother. We all had a great time. The course is challenging, but fair. Make it a part of your northern Michigan golf experience.
Course for all levels. Nice layout.
Very friendly staff. Good layout that can challenge all levels. MAintained very well.
Very Playable, good conditions, scenic and enjoyable
Overall very good -- got behind a couple of foursomes on the back nine who probably took 6 hours to play. No one behind us so we replayed 6 holes on the back. Great value for the price and overall a good experience.
If you make the turn and you're hungry ya GOTTA get the Dowker 1/4 lb beef hot dog!
I have GOT to try the Lakes Course now that I've played the Loon twice. Again had a blast!
great value.
Staff really helpful. Course was in very good shape. Really enjoyed our round.
Course was in good condition, but rough was long.
We played on Memorial Day so course was not crowded. We got to the course early and were able to tee off before our scheduled tee time. Pace of play was excellent.
Nice course.
Solid golf course. Nothing super special but it was great value for the price we paid.
I marked the course as Moderate, but its between Moderate and Challenging
All in all very nice course, plus the Staff deserves the ABC award.
Above and Beyond the Call of Duty.Especially the bartender that help me bring my food down to the cart at the turn! I cat remeber her name , but thanks again.
The course was in great shape
The course was in great shape for early Oct. and was a great value
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