Bird Creek Golf Club
Course at a glance
Bird Creek Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Port Austin, Michigan (48467). The course was designed by Bruce Matthews and opened in 1989. From the BLUE tees, Bird Creek Golf Club plays to 6,487 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 4,789 to 6,487 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.2, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 68% of rated golf courses in Michigan. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Bird Creek Golf Club.
About Bird Creek Golf Club
Bird Creek Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Port Austin, Michigan (48467). The course was designed by Bruce Matthews and established in 1989. From the BLUE tees, the course plays to 6,487 yards with a par of 72. The BLUE tees carry a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.2.
Walking is permitted.
Bird Creek 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 10 tee sets ranging from 4,789 to 6,487 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
6,487
Slope
132
Rating
72.2
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
138
This Course
133
MI Average
113
US Average
Based on 483 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 | 132 | 72.2 | 413 | 488 | 169 | 513 | 429 | 354 | 377 | 317 | 219 | 3279 | 383 | 173 | 551 | 308 | 162 | 407 | 348 | 364 | 512 | 3208 | 6,487 |
BLUE/WHITE | 128 | 70.5 | 379 | 488 | 169 | 467 | 389 | 354 | 330 | 317 | 185 | 3078 | 362 | 173 | 530 | 308 | 162 | 365 | 348 | 334 | 488 | 3070 | 6,148 |
WHITEWomen's | 138 | 75.0 | 379 | 464 | 142 | 467 | 389 | 335 | 330 | 287 | 185 | 2978 | 362 | 148 | 530 | 278 | 146 | 365 | 325 | 334 | 488 | 2976 | 5,954 |
WHITEMen's | 126 | 69.6 | 379 | 464 | 142 | 467 | 389 | 335 | 330 | 287 | 185 | 2978 | 362 | 148 | 530 | 278 | 146 | 365 | 325 | 334 | 488 | 2976 | 5,954 |
WHITE/GOLDWomen's | 135 | 73.8 | 350 | 464 | 142 | 441 | 329 | 335 | 330 | 287 | 163 | 2841 | 352 | 148 | 516 | 278 | 146 | 352 | 325 | 316 | 488 | 2921 | 5,762 |
WHITE/GOLDMen's | 124 | 68.6 | 350 | 464 | 142 | 441 | 329 | 335 | 330 | 287 | 163 | 2841 | 352 | 148 | 516 | 278 | 146 | 352 | 325 | 316 | 488 | 2921 | 5,762 |
GOLDWomen's | 130 | 72.6 | 350 | 457 | 132 | 441 | 329 | 315 | 280 | 278 | 163 | 2745 | 352 | 133 | 516 | 262 | 112 | 352 | 311 | 316 | 460 | 2814 | 5,559 |
GOLDMen's | 121 | 67.6 | 350 | 457 | 132 | 441 | 329 | 315 | 280 | 278 | 163 | 2745 | 352 | 133 | 516 | 262 | 112 | 352 | 311 | 316 | 460 | 2814 | 5,559 |
RED | 115 | 67.8 | 327 | 392 | 112 | 418 | 258 | 294 | 276 | 188 | 122 | 2387 | 299 | 120 | 451 | 255 | 101 | 305 | 236 | 279 | 356 | 2402 | 4,789 |
RED | 113 | 63.9 | 327 | 392 | 112 | 418 | 258 | 294 | 276 | 188 | 122 | 2387 | 299 | 120 | 451 | 255 | 101 | 305 | 236 | 279 | 356 | 2402 | 4,789 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 13 | 11 | 17 | 5 | 4 | 16 | 10 | 18 | 14 | 2 | 12 | 6 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Bird Creek Golf Club offers 10 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE | 6,487 | 132 | 72.2 | 5-15 |
BLUE/WHITE | 6,148 | 128 | 70.5 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,954 | 138 | 75.0 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,954 | 126 | 69.6 | 12-22 |
WHITE/GOLD | 5,762 | 135 | 73.8 | 12-22 |
WHITE/GOLD | 5,762 | 124 | 68.6 | 12-22 |
GOLD | 5,559 | 130 | 72.6 | 20-30 |
GOLD | 5,559 | 121 | 67.6 | 20-30 |
RED | 4,789 | 115 | 67.8 | 25+ |
RED | 4,789 | 113 | 63.9 | 25+ |
Amenities at Bird Creek Golf Club
Bird Creek Golf Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Bird Creek Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bird Creek Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Bird Creek Golf Club is a public golf course located in Port Austin, MI. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Bird Creek Golf Club have?expand_more
Bird Creek Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1989. The course was designed by Bruce Matthews.
What is the yardage at Bird Creek Golf Club?expand_more
From the BLUE/WHITE tees, Bird Creek Golf Club plays to 6,148 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,789 to 6,487 yards.
What is the slope rating at Bird Creek Golf Club?expand_more
The BLUE tees at Bird Creek Golf Club have a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Bird Creek Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Bird Creek Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Bird Creek Golf Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at http://www.birdcreekgolf.com/ or call 989-738-4653 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Bird Creek Golf Club offer?expand_more
Bird Creek Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Bird Creek Golf Club located?expand_more
Bird Creek Golf Club is located at 7850 N Van Dyke Rd in Port Austin, MI 48467. You can reach them at 989-738-4653.
What is the difficulty level at Bird Creek Golf Club?expand_more
Bird Creek Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 68% 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 Bird Creek Golf Club?expand_more
Bird Creek Golf Club offers 10 tee sets. BLUE tees (6,487 yards, slope 132) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. RED tees (4,789 yards, slope 113) 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 Bird Creek Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Bird Creek Golf Club should play the RED tees, which play 4,789 yards with a slope of 113. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Bird Creek Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the WHITE/GOLD tees (slope 124, rating 68.6) at Bird Creek Golf Club would have a course handicap of 13 and an expected score of approximately 85. This uses the 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 Bird Creek Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Bird Creek 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.