holes, the Himalayas Putting Course and golfers have 81 holes of high-quality golf at affordable prices on which to test their skills. The Treetops Lodge, Inn, North Condominiums and newly renovated Jones Cottages offer a variety of lodging options for families or groups. Gaylord Golf Mecca Gaylord has become such a large vacation area for families and down staters that as the golf industry grew it became evident that it was in the best interest of all golf owners to form a mutual marketing alliance. Thus, the Gaylord Golf Mecca was born in 1985, using Myrtle Beach as a model and Paul Beachnau was hired as the Executive Director, a position he still serves in today. In addition to Treetops, the Gaylord Golf Mecca currently includes Black Lake Golf Club, Garland Lodge, Gaylord Golf Club, Indian River Golf Club, Lakes of the North, Michawye’ Pines, Otsego and The Natural. Black Lake Golf Club Every hole at the Black Lake Golf Club, designed by Rees Jones, could be featured on the cover of a major golf magazine. The natural woodlands and native areas are the perfect setting for the course that has been recognized as one of the most environmentally responsible. The course was built with every golfer in mind. Five sets of tees can accommodate any skill level and it has been satisfying golfers since it opened in 2000. Garland Lodge Michigan’s unspoiled wilderness provides the perfect setting for Garland Resort’s four championship golf courses. Rolling meadows, with lakes, streams, mature hardwoods, and towering pines provide the backdrop to challenge golfers of all abilities. Even if you aren’t a great golfer, you will see plenty of birdies and eagles at Garland as several bald eagles nest on the courses, as well as hawks and wild turkey. Garland Lodge has spacious hotel rooms, three- or four-bedroom villas, plus condominiums and cottages to satisfy and size group, or family. Gaylord Golf Club Gaylord Golf Club, founded in 1924 is one of Northern Michigan’s oldest clubs. It is a semiprivate course that will accept tee times from travelers to this part of the state. The routing goes through rolling hills and hardwoods with strategic bunkering and some of the finest green complexes to be found. If you are looking for a course maintained to country club standards, fun to play, but a challenging golf experience, this is the right course for you. Indian River Golf Club This fun to play course originally opened in 1922 but has been updated with more holes added to make it an enjoyable track. Plus, it even has a 19th hole to settle the odd wager. If you like to walk, Indian River is excellent for that, plus a variety of tees options assure the course can be enjoyed by every golfer. While you are there be sure to experience a meal at the Greenside Grille. It is a full-service
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