Gaylord Country Club
About Gaylord Country Club
Gaylord Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Elmira Township, Michigan (49735). The course was designed by Wilfrid Reid and established in 1949. From the BLACK tees, the course plays to 6,506 yards with a par of 72. The BLACK tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 72.3.
Walking is permitted.
Gaylord Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 139, 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 3,610 to 6,506 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
6,506
Slope
137
Rating
72.3
Course Difficulty Analysis
139
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLACK | 137 | 72.3 | 388 | 381 | 382 | 156 | 469 | 183 | 513 | 398 | 400 | 3270 | 370 | 163 | 540 | 321 | 182 | 347 | 405 | 505 | 403 | 3236 | 6,506 |
BLUE | 139 | 76.5 | 371 | 369 | 349 | 146 | 444 | 153 | 487 | 388 | 345 | 3052 | 352 | 153 | 507 | 312 | 160 | 337 | 397 | 479 | 364 | 3061 | 6,113 |
BLUE | 135 | 70.1 | 371 | 369 | 349 | 146 | 444 | 153 | 487 | 388 | 345 | 3052 | 352 | 153 | 507 | 312 | 160 | 337 | 397 | 479 | 364 | 3061 | 6,113 |
WHITE | 134 | 74.0 | 350 | 338 | 325 | 134 | 433 | 117 | 454 | 365 | 321 | 2837 | 337 | 139 | 468 | 293 | 153 | 316 | 382 | 450 | 348 | 2886 | 5,723 |
WHITE | 127 | 68.4 | 350 | 338 | 325 | 134 | 433 | 117 | 454 | 365 | 321 | 2837 | 337 | 139 | 468 | 293 | 153 | 316 | 382 | 450 | 348 | 2886 | 5,723 |
GREEN | 125 | 69.6 | 329 | 298 | 307 | 125 | 410 | 98 | 354 | 320 | 255 | 2496 | 317 | 100 | 402 | 276 | 123 | 298 | 306 | 396 | 265 | 2483 | 4,979 |
GREEN | 120 | 64.8 | 329 | 298 | 307 | 125 | 410 | 98 | 354 | 320 | 255 | 2496 | 317 | 100 | 402 | 276 | 123 | 298 | 306 | 396 | 265 | 2483 | 4,979 |
ORANGE | 105 | 61.4 | 227 | 193 | 204 | 125 | 258 | 98 | 354 | 189 | 219 | 1867 | 170 | 100 | 284 | 195 | 123 | 189 | 245 | 241 | 196 | 1743 | 3,610 |
ORANGE | 99 | 59.7 | 227 | 193 | 204 | 125 | 258 | 98 | 354 | 189 | 219 | 1867 | 170 | 100 | 284 | 195 | 123 | 189 | 245 | 241 | 196 | 1743 | 3,610 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 11 | 13 | 17 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 12 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 16 | 6 | 8 | 4 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Gaylord Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BLACK | 6,506 | 137 | 72.3 | 5-15 |
BLUE | 6,113 | 139 | 76.5 | 12-22 |
BLUE | 6,113 | 135 | 70.1 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,723 | 134 | 74.0 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,723 | 127 | 68.4 | 12-22 |
GREEN | 4,979 | 125 | 69.6 | 25+ |
GREEN | 4,979 | 120 | 64.8 | 25+ |
ORANGE | 3,610 | 105 | 61.4 | 25+ |
ORANGE | 3,610 | 99 | 59.7 | 25+ |
Amenities at Gaylord Country Club
Gaylord Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Gaylord 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 Gaylord Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Gaylord Country Club is a public golf course located in Elmira Township, MI. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Gaylord Country Club have?expand_more
Gaylord Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1949. The course was designed by Wilfrid Reid.
What is the yardage at Gaylord Country Club?expand_more
From the WHITE tees, Gaylord Country Club plays to 5,723 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 3,610 to 6,506 yards.
What is the slope rating at Gaylord Country Club?expand_more
The BLACK tees at Gaylord Country Club have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 72.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Gaylord Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Gaylord Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Gaylord Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Gaylord Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.gaylordcountryclub.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Gaylord Country Club offer?expand_more
Gaylord Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Gaylord Country Club located?expand_more
Gaylord Country Club is located at M-32 W in Elmira Township, MI 49735. You can reach them at 231-546-3376.
What is the difficulty level at Gaylord Country Club?expand_more
Gaylord Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 139. It plays harder than 77% 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 Gaylord Country Club?expand_more
Gaylord Country Club offers 9 tee sets. BLACK tees (6,506 yards, slope 137) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. ORANGE tees (3,610 yards, slope 99) 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 Gaylord Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Gaylord Country Club should play the ORANGE tees, which play 3,610 yards with a slope of 99. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Gaylord Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the WHITE tees (slope 127, rating 68.4) at Gaylord Country Club would have a course handicap of 13 and an expected score of approximately 85. 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 Gaylord Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Gaylord 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.