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4.6
271 Reviews (271)
5 Stars
174
4 Stars
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3 Stars
10
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.8
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.9
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.1
97.8%
Recommend this course
264 out of 271 reviews
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4.5
16 Reviews (16)
5 Stars
9
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.8
Value
4.9
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.9
100.0%
Recommend this course
16 out of 16 reviews
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4.6
31 Reviews (31)
5 Stars
20
4 Stars
9
3 Stars
2
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0
1 Stars
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Conditions
4.7
Value
4.9
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.9
96.8%
Recommend this course
30 out of 31 reviews
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Holes 18
Type Public
Par 71
Length 5960 yards
Slope N/A
Rating N/A
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Course Details

Year Built 1981
Fairways Bluegrass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Open: 4/01 Closed: 11/01
Architect Steven Hawkins

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro No
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed Yes
Fivesomes Allowed Allowed Weekdays & Slow Play Day
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Dress code Shirts/Pants/Shorts Required

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Snacks

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  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Michigan (2023 #11)
  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Value Courses in the U.S. (2023 #5)
  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Short Courses in the U.S. (2023 #3)
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Reviews

4.6
271 Reviews (271)
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

More challenging than appears

This course was more challenging than it appeared with lots of water and bunkers. Course was in good condition with a very accommodating staff. The course seems to be short staffed regarding the carts. They need lots of attention as in cleaning and waxing . Overall a great day of golf with friends an excellent burger after.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

What a great time at a great course.

We had a fantastic time playing The Tamaracks. Would recommend this course to anyone.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Outstanding Value, Amazing Staff!

For Northern Michigan golf, you can't beat this value! These are some of the best greens I've played on in years at any course. It is however on the shorter side in comparison to other courses but it's always paced really well and the staff and ownership are super friendly and make it a joy to come back to!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

afraid of a little water?

The course was great. It was one of 3 we played over the holiday weekend and our first time at this particular course. Lots of water, which made it challenging and fun. 18 is crazy but awesome. It was the only hole that I didn't have a sporting chance of clearing the water. This is my 4th summer playing. My husband I will definitely be coming back.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

tamarcks nicely groomed

Thought course was in very nice shape. Greens above average. Diverse hole layout but somewhat short from white for above average player. Blues tees would be more for lower handicap player. Woods were clean. Able to find errant balls easily. Best value I've seen in long time!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

Great up north course, great value

I've been playing this course for years. It's got a great up north feel with all the pine trees. The staff is very friendly. The layout has a good mix to it. There are nicer courses in the extended area, but for the price, it is hard to beat Tamaracks.

Highly recommended.

One caution, on holiday weekends, they can pack the course pretty full. When I'm out during those days, I anticipate throwing back a few extra beverages.. ;)

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Tamarack is a great course to play.

Tamarack is a great course to play. Some very challenging holes and nice layout make this a favorite.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great course

Was pleasantly surprised. Tight fairways but trees were trimmed to chip out, not long holes but many were "placing" typeshots. Par fours were half 3 wood & half w/driver. good water challenges. really nice mature wooded course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

A great course in the country! ;)

I just hit my one year anniversary of playing golf...last week I had my personal best on 9-holes on a course nearby. The nice guy working the desk warned me that probably won't happen today (it's much tougher)...but I ended up with my best 18-hole score yet! I know this has nothing to do with the course itself, but it leafy me with a great feeling! I think the difficulty level was perfect! Not too far one way or the other, challenging without being a headache and easy enough to not be boring! The staff was friendly. The guys hanging out in the club house on the turn were friendly. It was just an overall great day! I'll be back!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Up North Hidden Gem

Check one box for the scenic route. Every type of Michigan tree had to be on this course. More than half the holes had water on them. The biggest knock would be the length of some par 4's were not too long; however, the water and hills made up for it. Pleasantly surprised and will play again!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Fun course

We took advantage of a Hot Deal. Great course for the price. Not very long, however, the challenge is still there, lots of water, sand and woods. The greens were fast and in good shape. A great day and look forward to returning.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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