Old Channel Trail
About Old Channel Trail
Old Channel Trail is a 18-hole golf course located in Montague, Michigan (49437). The course was designed by Robert B. Harris and established in 1927. From the WOODS/VALLEY BLACK tees, the course plays to 6,512 yards with a par of 76. The WOODS/VALLEY BLACK tees carry a slope rating of 150 and a course rating of 79.5.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 150, Old Channel Trail is one of the more challenging courses in Michigan, playing harder than 98% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 18 tee sets ranging from 2,061 to 6,512 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
76
Length
6,512
Slope
150
Rating
79.5
Course Difficulty Analysis
150
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
WOODS/VALLEY BLACK | 150 | 79.5 | 369 | 412 | 358 | 182 | 395 | 406 | 367 | 156 | 528 | 3173 | 496 | 158 | 404 | 216 | 395 | 391 | 402 | 387 | 490 | 3339 | 6,512 |
WOODS/VALLEY BLACK | 133 | 72.2 | 369 | 412 | 358 | 182 | 395 | 406 | 367 | 156 | 528 | 3173 | 496 | 158 | 404 | 216 | 395 | 391 | 402 | 387 | 490 | 3339 | 6,512 |
WOODS/VALLEY BLUE | 140 | 77.3 | 356 | 403 | 348 | 169 | 383 | 395 | 367 | 147 | 528 | 3096 | 458 | 146 | 384 | 161 | 364 | 333 | 373 | 364 | 460 | 3043 | 6,139 |
WOODS/VALLEY BLUE | 130 | 70.2 | 356 | 403 | 348 | 169 | 383 | 395 | 367 | 147 | 528 | 3096 | 458 | 146 | 384 | 161 | 364 | 333 | 373 | 364 | 460 | 3043 | 6,139 |
WOODS/VALLEY WHITE | 137 | 75.4 | 342 | 381 | 332 | 155 | 374 | 378 | 350 | 132 | 512 | 2956 | 454 | 132 | 356 | 154 | 348 | 312 | 344 | 351 | 444 | 2895 | 5,851 |
WOODS/VALLEY WHITE | 119 | 68.6 | 342 | 381 | 332 | 155 | 374 | 378 | 350 | 132 | 512 | 2956 | 454 | 132 | 356 | 154 | 348 | 312 | 344 | 351 | 444 | 2895 | 5,851 |
WOODS/VALLEY RED | 120 | 69.5 | 266 | 324 | 317 | 143 | 292 | 338 | 327 | 113 | 398 | 2518 | 405 | 112 | 313 | 90 | 311 | 210 | 295 | 296 | 396 | 2428 | 4,946 |
WOODS/VALLEY RED | 114 | 64.6 | 266 | 324 | 317 | 143 | 292 | 338 | 327 | 113 | 398 | 2518 | 405 | 112 | 313 | 90 | 311 | 210 | 295 | 296 | 396 | 2428 | 4,946 |
MEADOWS BLACK | 141 | 38.9 | 463 | 430 | 495 | 150 | 382 | 165 | 429 | 435 | 299 | 3248 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3,248 |
MEADOWS BLACK | 128 | 35.9 | 463 | 430 | 495 | 150 | 382 | 165 | 429 | 435 | 299 | 3248 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3,248 |
MEADOWS BLUE | 137 | 38.1 | 448 | 368 | 469 | 140 | 368 | 154 | 415 | 422 | 299 | 3083 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3,083 |
MEADOWS BLUE | 127 | 35.2 | 448 | 368 | 469 | 140 | 368 | 154 | 415 | 422 | 299 | 3083 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3,083 |
MEADOWS WHITE | 131 | 37.1 | 431 | 309 | 460 | 131 | 360 | 144 | 400 | 407 | 265 | 2907 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2,907 |
MEADOWS WHITE | 115 | 34.5 | 431 | 309 | 460 | 131 | 360 | 144 | 400 | 407 | 265 | 2907 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2,907 |
MEADOWS RED | 120 | 34.1 | 362 | 295 | 379 | 123 | 262 | 132 | 285 | 300 | 250 | 2388 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2,388 |
MEADOWS RED | 104 | 31.6 | 362 | 295 | 379 | 123 | 262 | 132 | 285 | 300 | 250 | 2388 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2,388 |
Meadows Gold | 108 | 32.0 | 320 | 258 | 352 | 91 | 236 | 87 | 261 | 270 | 186 | 2061 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2,061 |
Meadows Gold | 104 | 30.5 | 320 | 258 | 352 | 91 | 236 | 87 | 261 | 270 | 186 | 2061 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2,061 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 37 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 39 | 76 | ||
| HCP | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Old Channel Trail offers 18 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
WOODS/VALLEY BLACK | 6,512 | 150 | 79.5 | 5-15 |
WOODS/VALLEY BLACK | 6,512 | 133 | 72.2 | 5-15 |
WOODS/VALLEY BLUE | 6,139 | 140 | 77.3 | 12-22 |
WOODS/VALLEY BLUE | 6,139 | 130 | 70.2 | 12-22 |
WOODS/VALLEY WHITE | 5,851 | 137 | 75.4 | 12-22 |
WOODS/VALLEY WHITE | 5,851 | 119 | 68.6 | 12-22 |
WOODS/VALLEY RED | 4,946 | 120 | 69.5 | 25+ |
WOODS/VALLEY RED | 4,946 | 114 | 64.6 | 25+ |
MEADOWS BLACK | 3,248 | 141 | 38.9 | 25+ |
MEADOWS BLACK | 3,248 | 128 | 35.9 | 25+ |
MEADOWS BLUE | 3,083 | 137 | 38.1 | 25+ |
MEADOWS BLUE | 3,083 | 127 | 35.2 | 25+ |
MEADOWS WHITE | 2,907 | 131 | 37.1 | 25+ |
MEADOWS WHITE | 2,907 | 115 | 34.5 | 25+ |
MEADOWS RED | 2,388 | 120 | 34.1 | 25+ |
MEADOWS RED | 2,388 | 104 | 31.6 | 25+ |
Meadows Gold | 2,061 | 108 | 32.0 | 25+ |
Meadows Gold | 2,061 | 104 | 30.5 | 25+ |
Amenities at Old Channel Trail
Old Channel Trail features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Old Channel Trail. 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 Old Channel Trail a public or private golf course?expand_more
Old Channel Trail is a public golf course located in Montague, MI. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Old Channel Trail have?expand_more
Old Channel Trail is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1927. The course was designed by Robert B. Harris.
What is the yardage at Old Channel Trail?expand_more
From the WOODS/VALLEY WHITE tees, Old Channel Trail plays to 5,851 yards (par 71). The course offers 18 tee sets ranging from 2,061 to 6,512 yards.
What is the slope rating at Old Channel Trail?expand_more
The WOODS/VALLEY BLACK tees at Old Channel Trail have a slope rating of 150 and a course rating of 79.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Old Channel Trail?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Old Channel Trail. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Old Channel Trail?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Old Channel Trail. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.golfoct.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Old Channel Trail offer?expand_more
Old Channel Trail offers a pro shop.
Where is Old Channel Trail located?expand_more
Old Channel Trail is located at 8325 North Old Channel Trail in Montague, MI 49437. You can reach them at +1-231-894-5076.
What is the difficulty level at Old Channel Trail?expand_more
Old Channel Trail is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 150. It plays harder than 98% 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 Old Channel Trail?expand_more
Old Channel Trail offers 18 tee sets. WOODS/VALLEY BLACK tees (6,512 yards, slope 150) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Meadows Gold tees (2,061 yards, slope 104) 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 Old Channel Trail?expand_more
Beginners at Old Channel Trail should play the Meadows Gold tees, which play 2,061 yards with a slope of 104. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Old Channel Trail?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the MEADOWS BLACK tees (slope 128, rating 35.9) at Old Channel Trail would have a course handicap of 18 and an expected score of approximately 53. 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 Old Channel Trail?expand_more
A typical round at Old Channel Trail 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.