Klinger Lake Country Club
Course at a glance
Klinger Lake Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Sturgis, Michigan (49091). The course was designed by Donald Ross and opened in 1920. From the BLUE tees, Klinger Lake Country Club plays to 6,209 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 4,570 to 6,209 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 71.2, 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 full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bluegrass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Klinger Lake Country Club.
About Klinger Lake Country Club
Klinger Lake Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Sturgis, Michigan (49091). The course was designed by Donald Ross and established in 1920. From the BLUE tees, the course plays to 6,209 yards with a par of 72. The BLUE tees carry a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 71.2.
Walking is permitted.
Klinger Lake Country 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 4,570 to 6,209 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
6,209
Slope
138
Rating
71.2
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 | 138 | 71.2 | 331 | 299 | 350 | 162 | 473 | 182 | 361 | 366 | 486 | 3010 | 176 | 378 | 353 | 334 | 288 | 414 | 499 | 596 | 161 | 3199 | 6,209 |
BLUE/WHITE | 136 | 70.3 | 331 | 299 | 326 | 162 | 459 | 182 | 361 | 345 | 486 | 2951 | 176 | 338 | 353 | 334 | 288 | 368 | 499 | 528 | 161 | 3045 | 5,996 |
WHITEWomen's | 135 | 74.8 | 325 | 295 | 326 | 147 | 459 | 133 | 356 | 345 | 456 | 2842 | 146 | 338 | 345 | 318 | 285 | 368 | 478 | 528 | 148 | 2954 | 5,796 |
WHITEMen's | 132 | 69.3 | 325 | 295 | 326 | 147 | 459 | 133 | 356 | 345 | 456 | 2842 | 146 | 338 | 345 | 318 | 285 | 368 | 478 | 528 | 148 | 2954 | 5,796 |
WHITE/REDWomen's | 132 | 73.1 | 325 | 295 | 286 | 147 | 385 | 133 | 356 | 345 | 370 | 2642 | 146 | 338 | 345 | 298 | 285 | 317 | 478 | 442 | 148 | 2797 | 5,439 |
WHITE/REDMen's | 131 | 67.6 | 325 | 295 | 286 | 147 | 385 | 133 | 356 | 345 | 370 | 2642 | 146 | 338 | 345 | 298 | 285 | 317 | 478 | 442 | 148 | 2797 | 5,439 |
RED | 126 | 71.6 | 313 | 266 | 286 | 130 | 385 | 108 | 297 | 276 | 370 | 2431 | 134 | 289 | 329 | 298 | 272 | 317 | 418 | 442 | 138 | 2637 | 5,068 |
RED | 122 | 66.3 | 313 | 266 | 286 | 130 | 385 | 108 | 297 | 276 | 370 | 2431 | 134 | 289 | 329 | 298 | 272 | 317 | 418 | 442 | 138 | 2637 | 5,068 |
RED/YELLOWWomen's | 118 | 68.6 | 231 | 266 | 186 | 130 | 385 | 108 | 297 | 191 | 370 | 2164 | 134 | 289 | 243 | 198 | 272 | 317 | 373 | 442 | 138 | 2406 | 4,570 |
RED/YELLOWMen's | 113 | 63.7 | 231 | 266 | 186 | 130 | 385 | 108 | 297 | 191 | 370 | 2164 | 134 | 289 | 243 | 198 | 272 | 317 | 373 | 442 | 138 | 2406 | 4,570 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 4 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 12 | 18 | 2 | 8 | 10 | 15 | 7 | 9 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 3 | 17 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Klinger Lake Country 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 | 6,209 | 138 | 71.2 | 5-15 |
BLUE/WHITE | 5,996 | 136 | 70.3 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,796 | 135 | 74.8 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,796 | 132 | 69.3 | 12-22 |
WHITE/RED | 5,439 | 132 | 73.1 | 20-30 |
WHITE/RED | 5,439 | 131 | 67.6 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,068 | 126 | 71.6 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,068 | 122 | 66.3 | 20-30 |
RED/YELLOW | 4,570 | 118 | 68.6 | 25+ |
RED/YELLOW | 4,570 | 113 | 63.7 | 25+ |
Amenities at Klinger Lake Country Club
Klinger Lake Country Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Klinger Lake Country Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Klinger Lake Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Klinger Lake Country Club is a public golf course located in Sturgis, MI. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Klinger Lake Country Club have?expand_more
Klinger Lake Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1920. The course was designed by Donald Ross.
What is the yardage at Klinger Lake Country Club?expand_more
From the BLUE/WHITE tees, Klinger Lake Country Club plays to 5,996 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,570 to 6,209 yards.
What is the slope rating at Klinger Lake Country Club?expand_more
The BLUE tees at Klinger Lake Country Club have a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 71.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Klinger Lake Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Klinger Lake Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Klinger Lake Country Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at http://www.klingerlakecc.com/ or call 616-651-7453 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Klinger Lake Country Club offer?expand_more
Klinger Lake Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Klinger Lake Country Club located?expand_more
Klinger Lake Country Club is located at 21050 W Us Hwy 12 in Sturgis, MI 49091. You can reach them at 616-651-7453.
What is the difficulty level at Klinger Lake Country Club?expand_more
Klinger Lake Country 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 Klinger Lake Country Club?expand_more
Klinger Lake Country Club offers 10 tee sets. BLUE tees (6,209 yards, slope 138) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. RED/YELLOW tees (4,570 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 Klinger Lake Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Klinger Lake Country Club should play the RED/YELLOW tees, which play 4,570 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 Klinger Lake Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the WHITE/RED tees (slope 131, rating 67.6) at Klinger Lake Country 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 Klinger Lake Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Klinger 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.