Forest Lake Country Club
About Forest Lake Country Club
Forest Lake Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan (48302). The course was designed by William Diddel and established in 1926. From the Green tees, the course plays to 7,082 yards with a par of 72. The Green tees carry a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 74.2.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 142, Forest Lake Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in Michigan, playing harder than 84% 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 17 tee sets ranging from 2,349 to 7,082 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
7,082
Slope
134
Rating
74.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
142
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Green | 134 | 74.2 | 375 | 550 | 410 | 373 | 455 | 229 | 547 | 217 | 400 | 3556 | 411 | 451 | 381 | 164 | 524 | 191 | 423 | 540 | 441 | 3526 | 7,082 |
Gold | 129 | 71.8 | 338 | 540 | 373 | 360 | 439 | 193 | 534 | 200 | 354 | 3331 | 390 | 416 | 347 | 148 | 488 | 162 | 393 | 511 | 405 | 3260 | 6,591 |
Blue/Gold | 142 | 75.9 | 338 | 540 | 345 | 360 | 393 | 155 | 489 | 184 | 354 | 3158 | 351 | 381 | 347 | 148 | 488 | 162 | 354 | 455 | 372 | 3058 | 6,216 |
Blue/Gold | 126 | 69.9 | 338 | 540 | 345 | 360 | 393 | 155 | 489 | 184 | 354 | 3158 | 351 | 381 | 347 | 148 | 488 | 162 | 354 | 455 | 372 | 3058 | 6,216 |
Blue | 139 | 74.4 | 296 | 500 | 345 | 308 | 393 | 155 | 489 | 184 | 338 | 3008 | 351 | 381 | 317 | 114 | 451 | 131 | 354 | 455 | 372 | 2926 | 5,934 |
Blue | 122 | 68.7 | 296 | 500 | 345 | 308 | 393 | 155 | 489 | 184 | 338 | 3008 | 351 | 381 | 317 | 114 | 451 | 131 | 354 | 455 | 372 | 2926 | 5,934 |
Blue/White | 119 | 67.1 | 296 | 463 | 320 | 308 | 374 | 155 | 421 | 162 | 338 | 2837 | 321 | 342 | 317 | 114 | 451 | 131 | 319 | 392 | 330 | 2717 | 5,554 |
White | 125 | 71.6 | 278 | 463 | 320 | 296 | 374 | 121 | 421 | 162 | 305 | 2740 | 321 | 342 | 300 | 104 | 401 | 103 | 319 | 392 | 330 | 2612 | 5,352 |
White | 117 | 66.0 | 278 | 463 | 320 | 296 | 374 | 121 | 421 | 162 | 305 | 2740 | 321 | 342 | 300 | 104 | 401 | 103 | 319 | 392 | 330 | 2612 | 5,352 |
Red/White | 120 | 69.5 | 278 | 463 | 229 | 241 | 340 | 121 | 421 | 130 | 281 | 2504 | 277 | 342 | 300 | 104 | 401 | 103 | 319 | 357 | 267 | 2470 | 4,974 |
Red/White | 113 | 64.4 | 278 | 463 | 229 | 241 | 340 | 121 | 421 | 130 | 281 | 2504 | 277 | 342 | 300 | 104 | 401 | 103 | 319 | 357 | 267 | 2470 | 4,974 |
Red | 115 | 66.7 | 235 | 437 | 229 | 241 | 340 | 89 | 387 | 130 | 281 | 2369 | 277 | 315 | 263 | 77 | 340 | 90 | 293 | 357 | 267 | 2279 | 4,648 |
Red | 111 | 63.0 | 235 | 437 | 229 | 241 | 340 | 89 | 387 | 130 | 281 | 2369 | 277 | 315 | 263 | 77 | 340 | 90 | 293 | 357 | 267 | 2279 | 4,648 |
Yellow (F) | 105 | 63.0 | 222 | 365 | 203 | 196 | 270 | 88 | 314 | 125 | 243 | 2026 | 200 | 240 | 221 | 75 | 300 | 86 | 225 | 262 | 195 | 1804 | 3,830 |
Yellow (M) | 107 | 61.2 | 222 | 365 | 203 | 196 | 270 | 88 | 314 | 125 | 243 | 2026 | 200 | 240 | 221 | 75 | 300 | 86 | 225 | 262 | 195 | 1804 | 3,830 |
Black (F) | 86 | 54.7 | 126 | 206 | 113 | 117 | 124 | 52 | 186 | 36 | 140 | 1100 | 140 | 171 | 163 | 37 | 245 | 47 | 155 | 188 | 103 | 1249 | 2,349 |
Black (M) | 89 | 52.6 | 126 | 206 | 113 | 117 | 124 | 52 | 186 | 36 | 140 | 1100 | 140 | 171 | 163 | 37 | 245 | 47 | 155 | 188 | 103 | 1249 | 2,349 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 17 | 3 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 2 | 14 | 18 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 8 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Forest Lake Country Club offers 17 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Green | 7,082 | 134 | 74.2 | 0-5 |
Gold | 6,591 | 129 | 71.8 | 5-15 |
Blue/Gold | 6,216 | 142 | 75.9 | 5-15 |
Blue/Gold | 6,216 | 126 | 69.9 | 5-15 |
Blue | 5,934 | 139 | 74.4 | 12-22 |
Blue | 5,934 | 122 | 68.7 | 12-22 |
Blue/White | 5,554 | 119 | 67.1 | 20-30 |
White | 5,352 | 125 | 71.6 | 20-30 |
White | 5,352 | 117 | 66.0 | 20-30 |
Red/White | 4,974 | 120 | 69.5 | 25+ |
Red/White | 4,974 | 113 | 64.4 | 25+ |
Red | 4,648 | 115 | 66.7 | 25+ |
Red | 4,648 | 111 | 63.0 | 25+ |
Yellow (F) | 3,830 | 105 | 63.0 | 25+ |
Yellow (M) | 3,830 | 107 | 61.2 | 25+ |
Black (F) | 2,349 | 86 | 54.7 | 25+ |
Black (M) | 2,349 | 89 | 52.6 | 25+ |
Amenities at Forest Lake Country Club
Forest Lake Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Forest Lake Country 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 Forest Lake Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Forest Lake Country Club is a public golf course located in Bloomfield Hills, MI. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Forest Lake Country Club have?expand_more
Forest Lake Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1926. The course was designed by William Diddel.
What is the yardage at Forest Lake Country Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White tees, Forest Lake Country Club plays to 5,554 yards (par 72). The course offers 17 tee sets ranging from 2,349 to 7,082 yards.
What is the slope rating at Forest Lake Country Club?expand_more
The Green tees at Forest Lake Country Club have a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 74.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Forest Lake Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Forest Lake Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Forest Lake Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Forest Lake Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.flcc.us/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Forest Lake Country Club offer?expand_more
Forest Lake Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Forest Lake Country Club located?expand_more
Forest Lake Country Club is located at 1401 Club Dr in Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302. You can reach them at 248-332-7070.
What is the difficulty level at Forest Lake Country Club?expand_more
Forest Lake Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 142. It plays harder than 84% 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 Forest Lake Country Club?expand_more
Forest Lake Country Club offers 17 tee sets. Green tees (7,082 yards, slope 134) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Black (M) tees (2,349 yards, slope 89) 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 Forest Lake Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Forest Lake Country Club should play the Black (M) tees, which play 2,349 yards with a slope of 89. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Forest Lake Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 117, rating 66.0) at Forest Lake Country 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 Forest Lake Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Forest Lake Country 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.