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Easiest Golf Courses in Grand Traverse County, Michigan

The 7 most beginner-friendly public golf courses in Grand Traverse County, Michigan, ranked by lowest slope rating. Ideal for high-handicap golfers and new players.

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Ranked list of easiest golf courses in Grand Traverse County

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1
Elmbrook Golf Course
JUNIOR tees · 3,009 yds · Rating 57.3 · Par 72Traverse City
87
2
Bay Meadows Golf Course
RED tees · 1,843 yds · Rating 30.0 · Par 32Traverse City
95
3
Spruce Run Golf Course
YELLOW tees · 4,664 yds · Rating 63.4 · Par 70Acme Township
113
4
Interlochen Golf Course
RED tees · 4,756 yds · Rating 63.8 · Par 71Interlochen
113
5
The Wolverine Golf Course
YELLOW tees · 4,950 yds · Rating 64.1 · Par 72Acme Township
116
6
LochenHeath Golf Club
GOLD tees · 5,024 yds · Rating 65.7 · Par 72Williamsburg
123
7
The Bear Golf Course
YELLOW tees · 5,281 yds · Rating 67.0 · Par 72Acme Township
128

Grand Traverse County Golf Course Rankings FAQ

What is the easiest golf course in Grand Traverse County, Michigan?

Elmbrook Golf Course in Traverse City is currently the easiest golf course in Grand Traverse County based on slope (slope rating 87).

How many ranked golf courses are in Grand Traverse County, Michigan?

20 golf courses in Grand Traverse County are cataloged in Stymie's directory. This ranking page shows the top 7 by slope.

How are the rankings calculated?

Rankings use the lowest USGA slope rating from each course's tee sets. Only public and municipal courses are included to ensure access. Slope ranges from 55 to 155 with 113 as average; lower is more forgiving.

Can I book a tee time at these Grand Traverse County courses?

Each course name links to its Stymie page with scorecard data where available, architect info, and official contact details. Stymie does not currently book tee times or show live availability, and tee-time alerts are in development.