Sugar Springs Golf Club
About Sugar Springs Golf Club
Sugar Springs Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Butman Township, Michigan (48624). The course was designed by Jerry Matthews and established in 1972. From the BLUE tees, the course plays to 6,640 yards with a par of 72. The BLUE tees carry a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 71.8.
Walking is permitted.
Sugar Springs Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 138, putting it in the upper half of courses in Michigan for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,246 to 6,640 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Golf in Michigan typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
72
Length
6,640
Slope
136
Rating
71.8
Course Difficulty Analysis
138
This Course
133
MI Average
113
US Average
Based on 490 rated courses in Michigan
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE | 136 | 71.8 | 349 | 362 | 186 | 510 | 149 | 526 | 413 | 315 | 401 | 3211 | 414 | 513 | 203 | 426 | 379 | 214 | 524 | 366 | 390 | 3429 | 6,640 |
WHITE | 138 | 76.4 | 325 | 340 | 180 | 492 | 144 | 468 | 398 | 306 | 388 | 3041 | 393 | 502 | 180 | 407 | 368 | 175 | 504 | 355 | 372 | 3256 | 6,297 |
WHITE | 132 | 70.3 | 325 | 340 | 180 | 492 | 144 | 468 | 398 | 306 | 388 | 3041 | 393 | 502 | 180 | 407 | 368 | 175 | 504 | 355 | 372 | 3256 | 6,297 |
GOLD | 127 | 71.7 | 318 | 331 | 116 | 378 | 126 | 461 | 338 | 297 | 285 | 2650 | 322 | 453 | 147 | 356 | 346 | 132 | 453 | 317 | 263 | 2789 | 5,439 |
GOLD | 118 | 66.3 | 318 | 331 | 116 | 378 | 126 | 461 | 338 | 297 | 285 | 2650 | 322 | 453 | 147 | 356 | 346 | 132 | 453 | 317 | 263 | 2789 | 5,439 |
GREEN | 126 | 69.9 | 276 | 282 | 102 | 369 | 113 | 429 | 323 | 291 | 276 | 2461 | 310 | 445 | 131 | 343 | 336 | 120 | 447 | 312 | 261 | 2705 | 5,166 |
GREEN | 115 | 64.9 | 276 | 282 | 102 | 369 | 113 | 429 | 323 | 291 | 276 | 2461 | 310 | 445 | 131 | 343 | 336 | 120 | 447 | 312 | 261 | 2705 | 5,166 |
SILVER | 111 | 64.5 | 232 | 275 | 102 | 286 | 113 | 310 | 236 | 244 | 276 | 2074 | 245 | 315 | 104 | 218 | 268 | 111 | 338 | 312 | 261 | 2172 | 4,246 |
SILVER | 107 | 61.4 | 232 | 275 | 102 | 286 | 113 | 310 | 236 | 244 | 276 | 2074 | 245 | 315 | 104 | 218 | 268 | 111 | 338 | 312 | 261 | 2172 | 4,246 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 13 | 1 | 17 | 7 | 4 | 18 | 10 | 2 | 12 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 16 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Sugar Springs Golf Club offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE | 6,640 | 136 | 71.8 | 5-15 |
WHITE | 6,297 | 138 | 76.4 | 5-15 |
WHITE | 6,297 | 132 | 70.3 | 5-15 |
GOLD | 5,439 | 127 | 71.7 | 20-30 |
GOLD | 5,439 | 118 | 66.3 | 20-30 |
GREEN | 5,166 | 126 | 69.9 | 20-30 |
GREEN | 5,166 | 115 | 64.9 | 20-30 |
SILVER | 4,246 | 111 | 64.5 | 25+ |
SILVER | 4,246 | 107 | 61.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at Sugar Springs Golf Club
Sugar Springs Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Sugar Springs Golf Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sugar Springs Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Sugar Springs Golf Club is a public golf course located in Butman Township, MI. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Sugar Springs Golf Club have?expand_more
Sugar Springs Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1972. The course was designed by Jerry Matthews.
What is the yardage at Sugar Springs Golf Club?expand_more
From the WHITE tees, Sugar Springs Golf Club plays to 6,297 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,246 to 6,640 yards.
What is the slope rating at Sugar Springs Golf Club?expand_more
The BLUE tees at Sugar Springs Golf Club have a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 71.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Sugar Springs Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Sugar Springs Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Sugar Springs Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Sugar Springs Golf Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.sugarsprings.net/Golf/golfcoursehome.html. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Sugar Springs Golf Club offer?expand_more
Sugar Springs Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Sugar Springs Golf Club located?expand_more
Sugar Springs Golf Club is located at 1930 W Sugar River Rd in Butman Township, MI 48624. You can reach them at 517-426-4391.
What is the difficulty level at Sugar Springs Golf Club?expand_more
Sugar Springs Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 71% of golf courses in Michigan. The average slope rating in Michigan is 133. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Sugar Springs Golf Club?expand_more
Sugar Springs Golf Club offers 9 tee sets. BLUE tees (6,640 yards, slope 136) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. SILVER tees (4,246 yards, slope 107) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Sugar Springs Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Sugar Springs Golf Club should play the SILVER tees, which play 4,246 yards with a slope of 107. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Sugar Springs Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the GOLD tees (slope 118, rating 66.3) at Sugar Springs Golf Club would have a course handicap of 10 and an expected score of approximately 82. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Sugar Springs Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Sugar Springs Golf Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.