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Black Lake Conference Center
About Black Lake Conference Center
Not everybody realizes that the Black Lake Conference Center - also known as the Walter and May Reuther UAW Family Education Center owned by the United Auto Workers - is open to the general public. It was built in the 1970s on roughly 1,000 acres of remote, idyllic property in northern Michigan. Accommodations range from 228 rooms in the Lodge to a selection of condos, apartments and camp sites. With a massive auditorium, Black Lake is perfect for conferences, retreats, weddings, family vacations and reunions. Rees Jones added the award-winning Black Lake Golf Club in 2000. Other recreation includes exploring the surrounding forests hiking and biking or fishing in Burt Lake, Mullett Lake or its namesake Black Lake, teeming with walleye, bass and perch.Facts
Price Range$$
Property Class★★★
Acres1000
Year Opened1970
Number of Units100-300
Amenities & Services
RestaurantsCasual
Room TypesRoom
PoolIndoor
Fitness CenterYes
Practice FacilityYes
Beach AccessYes
Banquet SpaceYes
Rules
Is the resort pet friendly?Yes
Is resort stay required for a tee time?No
Golf courses at Black Lake Conference Center
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The par-3 fifth hole at Black Lake Golf Club features a waste bunker from tee to green
Brandon Tucker
The par-4 13th hole is a long, uphill dogleg left at Black Lake Golf Club
Brandon Tucker
A view of a hole guarded by fall trees at Black Lake Golf Club
Black Lake GC
A view of a green with water and bunkers coming into play at Black Lake Golf Club
Black Lake GC
Golfer Photos
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Photo submitted by u314163761824 on 01/22/2026
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Photo submitted by u314163761824 on 01/22/2026
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Photo submitted by u314163761824 on 01/22/2026
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Lush fairways Photo submitted by ChixWithStix1955 on 09/02/2025
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Manicured greens Photo submitted by ChixWithStix1955 on 09/02/2025
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Photo submitted by wwzemla on 07/01/2025
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Photo submitted by rmaynar2 on 07/05/2023
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Photo submitted by sueandbillwmsncom on 07/23/2021
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Photo submitted by yumpeboy on 11/02/2020
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4.8 out of 5 stars
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Nice track
Fairways were heavily watered and green, but slightly soft due to excess watering.
Bunkers were well maintained
Greens rolled true and fast.
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Northern Michigan Gem
I wanted to leave a bad review so no one would come up and play….the course is well maintained and absolutely gorgeous. Course is tough but playable. Woman’s tee placement were excellent. Staff was super friendly.
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Tough course
Fast and unpredictable greens, breathtaking layouts, great staff, the starter was a little grumpy, love the course!
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Always great
This is one of the best courses in Northern Michigan, Championship caliber, greens were great and fast!! Enjoy
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Always a great place to play, being late in the season the greens were aerated but still rolled pretty true, we will be back next season 👍
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Nice course
Course is in great condition, friendly staff all the way around. Would highly recommend playing here if your in the area.
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