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Manitou Passage Golf Club
Rating Snapshot
5 Stars
120
4 Stars
36
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.6
Layout
4.8
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.1
5 Stars
10
4 Stars
2
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.8
Value
4.8
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.8
5 Stars
19
4 Stars
2
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.8
Value
4.7
Layout
4.9
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.8
AI summaries based on real golfer reviews
Course Highlights
Manitou's narrow fairways, strategic bunkering, and dramatic elevation changes create a layout that consistently earns top marks from recent visitors. Welcoming staff, smooth pace of play, and strong value make this NW Michigan track a standout worth booking.
About
Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 71
Length 6668 yards
Slope 133
Rating 72.0
Formerly known as Kings Challenge Golf Course.
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Manitou Passage Golf Club
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| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer | 71 | 6668 yards | 72.0 | 133 |
| Blue | 71 | 6257 yards | 69.8 | 129 |
| White | 71 | 5824 yards | 67.7 | 123 |
| Member Combo | 71 | 5557 yards | 67.1 | 117 |
| Gold (W) | 71 | 5214 yards | 70.4 | 120 |
| Red (W) | 71 | 4701 yards | 68.0 | 112 |
| Family Golf 2 | 71 | 3803 yards | ||
| Family Golf 1 | 71 | 2825 yards |
Scorecard for Manitou Passage Golf Club
Metrics:
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 72.3/137 | 428 | 324 | 180 | 408 | 544 | 431 | 198 | 572 | 392 | 3477 | 550 | 373 | 434 | 191 | 397 | 176 | 413 | 165 | 492 | 3191 | 6668 |
| Blue M: 70.4/134 | 405 | 318 | 166 | 376 | 517 | 400 | 182 | 555 | 376 | 3295 | 530 | 343 | 414 | 180 | 343 | 139 | 397 | 144 | 472 | 2962 | 6257 |
| White M: 68.4/127 W: 74.3/132 | 383 | 303 | 149 | 350 | 492 | 377 | 155 | 533 | 348 | 3090 | 499 | 334 | 390 | 155 | 301 | 123 | 383 | 129 | 420 | 2734 | 5824 |
| White/Gold M: 67.4/121 W: 72.9/129 | 383 | 303 | 149 | 300 | 492 | 377 | 148 | 480 | 348 | 2980 | 499 | 295 | 349 | 155 | 301 | 123 | 306 | 129 | 420 | 2577 | 5557 |
| Gold M: 66.1/113 W: 70.8/123 | 355 | 272 | 116 | 300 | 434 | 332 | 148 | 480 | 317 | 2754 | 459 | 295 | 349 | 143 | 293 | 114 | 306 | 112 | 389 | 2460 | 5214 |
| Red M: 63.9/109 W: 68.1/116 | 302 | 243 | 105 | 279 | 402 | 288 | 123 | 467 | 279 | 2488 | 390 | 267 | 311 | 124 | 272 | 99 | 297 | 98 | 355 | 2213 | 4701 |
| Handicap | 7 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 6 | 14 | 4 | 16 | 10 | 12 | 2 | 8 | 18 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap (W) | 13 | 7 | 11 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 8 | 14 | 2 | 12 | 6 | 10 | 16 | 18 | 4 |
Hot Deals at Manitou Passage Golf Club
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Course Details
Year Built 1997
Fairways Bent Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Open: 4/01 Closed: 10/30
Rentals/Services
Carts Yes
Clubs Yes
Practice/Instruction
Driving Range No
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes
Policies
Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.
Food & Beverage
Snacks, Restaurant, Beverage Carts
Reviews
4.8
Reviewer Photos
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Photo submitted by 2Aq3A9xeo2e7CFfzkNHi on 04/15/2024
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Photo submitted by u314163441107 on 10/26/2023
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Photo submitted by Markk76 on 10/25/2023
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Photo submitted by Markk76 on 10/25/2023
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Photo submitted by shitheaf on 08/10/2023
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Photo submitted by u011458565 on 07/11/2023
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Photo submitted by hammerhd74 on 10/11/2016
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Photo submitted by hammerhd74 on 10/11/2016
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Photo submitted by hammerhd74 on 10/11/2016
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Photo submitted by hammerhd74 on 10/11/2016
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Photo submitted by hammerhd74 on 10/11/2016
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Photo submitted by BrandonTuckerGA on 07/24/2015
I Recommend This Course
Nice day on a nice course
Play was slow with several groups with beginning golfers. A ranger to keep play moving would be welcomed. Also, a beverage cart for on course refreshments on a hot day would have added to the experience.
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
I Recommend This Course
Great Course
Excellent condition, full GPS in carts, great staff,
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 07/28/2026:
We truly appreciate your support and kind rating. It's great to hear you had a positive experience, and our team looks forward to seeing you again for another round.
I Recommend This Course
Everything was really nice
Layout is great. Interesting but not too hard. Course and greens in excellent condition. We were caught behind a slow group but they let us play through at the turn. Got around in just about four hours.
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Awesome course
Food and beverage service marginal. Not from service but quality and selection. No beverage cart. Wish they had told us.
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
I Recommend This Course
Manitou Passage
Great Course. Great layout. Very scenic and each hole was laid out great. Course was in excellent condition and would recommend this course to anyone
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 07/06/2026:
Thank you for the wonderful feedback! Knowing you enjoyed your experience means a lot to our team. We can't wait to welcome you back again soon.
I Recommend This Course
Well appointed and great value
Greens were sanded but puttable and no ballpark issues on any green. Course maintenance is excellent and layout very playable for a variety of skill levels. Will definitely return. Chicago
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 06/26/2026:
We truly appreciate your support and kind rating. It's great to hear you had a positive experience, and our team looks forward to seeing you again for another round.
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Spring 2026
The course just opened for the season and in the condition we expected. Not as lush as it is in the summer but that’s to be expected. We really enjoyed the course and the hot deals rate was an amazing value.
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
NW Michigan must play list.
Manitou is a well kept and nicely laid out course. The greens roll true and on the quick side of the scale. Well placed bunkers are in good condition. It's worth the money and should be considered if you're in NW Michigan.
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Response from on 09/30/2025:
We really appreciate the five-star rating! It’s great to know you enjoyed your visit — we’ll keep working to make every experience just as good.
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Bliss
My favorite course in this area.
Great condition. A challenge for all levels of play.
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 09/02/2025:
Thanks for the glowing feedback! It’s always a pleasure hearing that guests had a fantastic time. Hope to see you again soon!
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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