Loon Golf Resort - The Ridge Course
About
The Ridge (formerly know as Marsh Ridge Golf Course) spans acres of unspoiled marshland, tumbling across dramatic elevation changes that provide tees that are as high as the treetops. The course was carefully carved from mature forests and with trees framing most of the holes, accuracy is essential. Although the trees provide a peacefully secluded feel, the hilltops still allow for panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The five par-3 holes are especially scenic. Strategically placed bunkers come into play throughout and there are water hazards on four holes. The par-3 14th is one of the most challenging holes thanks to a triple-tiered green that is narrow and deep. It is followed by the golf course's longest hole at 483 yards. Although it is seemingly narrow, the hole is more forgiving than it appears. There will definitely be challenges in store on this course but it is also quite playable.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 71 | 6231 yards | 71.2 | 132 |
| White | 71 | 5842 yards | 69.0 | 128 |
| Gold | 71 | 5237 yards | 66.4 | 121 |
| Gold (W) | 71 | 5237 yards | 71.8 | 135 |
| Red (W) | 71 | 4495 yards | 67.1 | 119 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue M: 70.6/137 | 301 | 136 | 573 | 371 | 370 | 415 | 423 | 147 | 458 | 3194 | 172 | 483 | 334 | 168 | 391 | 591 | 353 | 167 | 378 | 3037 | 6231 |
| White M: 68.6/128 W: 74.0/142 | 289 | 120 | 482 | 352 | 354 | 389 | 393 | 130 | 432 | 2941 | 150 | 463 | 329 | 161 | 366 | 584 | 340 | 143 | 365 | 2901 | 5842 |
| Gold M: 64.2/121 W: 68.8/129 | 264 | 116 | 438 | 333 | 335 | 346 | 381 | 117 | 381 | 2711 | 129 | 418 | 300 | 94 | 333 | 446 | 316 | 133 | 357 | 2526 | 5237 |
| Red W: 66.9/123 | 241 | 113 | 383 | 313 | 298 | 275 | 308 | 92 | 317 | 2340 | 118 | 387 | 279 | 94 | 303 | 360 | 293 | 110 | 211 | 2155 | 4495 |
| Handicap | 15 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 7 | 14 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 6 | 2 | 18 | 12 | 4 | |||
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap (W) | 13 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 5 | 11 | 3 | 17 | 9 | 14 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 8 | 4 | 10 | 18 | 6 |
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Reviews
West branch foursome
Really enjoyed the outing. The course was just difficult enough to be lots of fun but not difficult enough to beat you up.
Needs work.
The prettiest scenery of all the courses we played, but the course condition was the worst. Tees didn't look like they'd been moved all season and greens were in very poor condition. Too bad they don't take care of this beautiful course.
Very Disappointed
This course was highly recommended, but turned out to be a huge disappointment. Course is not being maintained at all. Found large rocks in sand traps, fringe was in horrible condition, along with tee boxes, fairways and greens. The sand was really dense and heavy and traps don't appeared to have been raked in a very long time. This course, if maintained, would rival the other courses in the Gaylord area, but right now, don't waste your time. Even at $32/round, this course was NOT worth that.
.Marsh Ridge
Course layour superior. Course condition was above average . Tee boxes were BELOW average. Greens were good
Course was in great shape!
Played a foursome- slow going but a super nice day, so who cares! 10th hole jam up, lunch people merging back into play caused a big backup!
Very nice course with great views & great staff.
Arrived early due to unfamiliarity with the area. Was allowed to go off a little early due to folks with earlier tee time were late. Course was very well manicured and greens were consistent. Lots of trees and a fair amount of water, but not a lot of bugs, thank goodness. Did lose a few balls in the woods and water, so bring plenty of extras. Will definitely come back again someday. Very nice scenic setting in Northern Michigan with great views.
Hack hack hack!
Course was in great shape and pace was great, however I stunk up the place! Not long but tight in spots. Cut back jungle in some areas, and you can usually find an errant shot. Did notice additional landscaping, plantings, and workers.
Great Up North Golf!
Excellent Condition. Great value. Perfect intro to northern Michigan golf!!!
Pace of play
There was a foursome in front of us that was slow otherwise everything would have been fine
There was no savings for using golf now
There was no savings for using golf now. The golf now rate was the same as the regular rate. The tee boxes need alot of work as well
disappointed in Gaylord
We booked on last minute golfer and that was the last good experience of this golf course. The golf course was in horrible condition from the tee box's with four inch crab grass to the fairways that look like the where rototilled and debris everywhere. Now lets get to the greens. They had sticks all over them and again look to not have been cut in a week. We actually found a roller from one of there mowers in the middle of one of the greens. So in a nut shell Dont waste your time and money
This course has been poorly taken care of.
This is not my first time at this course, and I was extremely disappointed with the pace of play, and the course conditions. It almost appeared that it will soon close.
I know it's early in the season however winter clean up should at least be addressed.
I used to be happy to bring people here.
Nice course, needs some TLC
Nice course, with lots of challenges. Several forced carries over marsh and water. Elevation changes, both up and down. Pace of play was great until two groups from an outing were put in front of us playing best ball. We would have played in 1/2 hour less, easily.
The course, however, needs some TLC. Lot of weeds on tees on fairways. Greens were in better condition. We played early in the year, so this may have been a part of it. We saw maintenance on the course, clearing leaves, etc from fairways, and areas near, so they were definitely working on it.
Would definitely play the course again, however. We got a great bargain with GolfNow, so the condition did not take away from our enjoyment.
Enjoyable course
Fun course to play in good shape. Some very tough holes. Beautiful course to play in the fall.
The course though pretty in setting was in the worst shape of any course I've ever played.
Someone please tell the management at Marsh Ridge their course is in very poor shape. The fairways are a little more then clover and weeds. The T-boxes are not much more than sand filled divots. The greens are blotchy and rough and apparently no one attends to the ball marks on this course. It was the biggest disappointment of my entire golfing experiences
Interesting course
The course has enough variation in typography to be interesting. Put it on you schedule when you spend time in Gaylord, Michigan, at a number of really fun courses with breathtaking views. It is more modestly priced than some in the area and could be a beautiful course with a little more attention to maintenance. Restaurant is great; people friendly.
Could be a very nice course.
This course needs some good maintenance. The tee boxes, greens and fairways all need attention. The lay out of the course is real nice and every hole presents its own challenge but it was obvious that it is not what it used to be.
Challenging for a beginner. Would be better played by intermediate golfers.
Enjoyable course to play but several holes better suited for the intermediate golfer. Course was well maintained but cart paths could use some work.
This course is well maintained.
My only concern is that I found the gentleman in the proshop to not be very welcoming. Course is well maintained with a lot of older players. The course is a pretty one that can become challenging due to blind shots and rolling hills.
8/18
Tee boxes shaggy, greens shaggy, fairways shaggy. Very tight.