Six public golf courses in Michigan have been honored in Golfweek’s 2024 list of the top 100 public golf courses in the United States, with two courses making the list for the first time. Golfweek, part of the USA TODAY Network, announced its annual rankings on Monday, showcasing a mix of familiar names and new entries.
Top Five Nationally Ranked Courses
While Pebble Beach, Pacific Dunes (Bandon Dunes), Pinehurst No. 2, Old Macdonald (Bandon Dunes), and Whistling Straits held their positions in the top five, Michigan’s courses demonstrated their own strong presence in the rankings.
Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club (Bluffs)
- Ranking: No. 31
- Score: 7.20 (out of 10)
- Location: Arcadia
- Change: Down from No. 27 in 2023
Marquette Golf Club (Greywalls)
- Ranking: No. 40
- Score: 7.01
- Location: Marquette
- Change: Down from No. 38 last year
Forest Dunes Golf Club (The Loop Red & Black)
- Ranking: Tied at No. 47
- Score: 6.91
- Location: Roscommon
- Change: Down from No. 42 last year
Forest Dunes Golf Club (Forest Dunes)
- Ranking: Tied at No. 68
- Score: 6.70
- Location: Roscommon
- Change: Down from No. 60 last year
Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club (South Course)
- Ranking: Tied at No. 87
- Score: 6.60
- Location: Arcadia
- Change: New to the list this year, previously No. 94 in 2022
Belvedere Golf Club
- Ranking: Tied at No. 94
- Score: 6.56
- Location: Charlevoix
- Change: New to the list
Recognition of Michigan’s Public Golf Excellence
The inclusion of Arcadia Bluffs’ South Course and the debut of Belvedere Golf Club highlight the high quality of public golf in Michigan. Arcadia Bluffs’ South Course, which opened in 2018, and Belvedere, considered one of the state’s most underrated courses, underscore Michigan’s reputation as a premier destination for golfers.
Earlier in June, Golfweek also revealed its rankings for the top 20 public-access courses and the top 15 private courses in Michigan, further emphasizing the state’s robust golf offerings.
Conclusion
Michigan’s golf scene continues to receive national recognition, with six courses making the prestigious top 100 public layouts list. This achievement underscores the state’s dedication to providing exceptional golfing experiences and reinforces Michigan’s status as a key player in the golfing world.
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