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Treetops Resort

Designed by Rick Smith and opened in 1992
Threetops - Gaylord, Michigan

Course Details

Holes:
9
Par:
27
Length:
1400 yards
Driving Ranges:
Yes

The 9-hole "Threetops" course at the Treetops Resort facility in Gaylord, Michigan features 1400 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 27. The course rating is 0 and it has a slope rating of 0. The estimated green fees for 9 holes is $70. Treetops Resort Golf Club has an onsite driving range with 4 practice tees. Designed by Rick Smith, the Threetops golf course opened in 1992.

Estimated Green Fees
$70
These rates are an estimate of what you might expect to pay at Threetops with a cart. Actual rates may vary.
Fees are typically lowest Monday through Thursday and during twilight (late afternoon and evenings). Expect to pay the highest rates on weekends.

Other Golf Courses at this facility

Treetops Resort
Masterpiece
Image 9 Holes
Image 27 Par
Image 1400 Yards
Treetops Resort
Premier
Image 9 Holes
Image 27 Par
Image 1400 Yards
Treetops Resort
Signature
Image 9 Holes
Image 27 Par
Image 1400 Yards
Treetops Resort
Tradition
Image 9 Holes
Image 27 Par
Image 1400 Yards

Scorecard for Threetops

HOLE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 IN TOT
Black0.00/0 143 156 219 168 150 169 155 140 135 0 1435
Blue0.00/0 143 143 211 140 135 131 135 124 135 0 1297
White0.00/0 125 125 207 106 105 88 130 103 135 0 1124
Red (L)0.00/0 100 114 137 86 105 78 130 82 135 0 967
Par 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 0 27
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What Golfers are Saying

4.5
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Many people believe that Treetops Golf Resort in Gaylord put Northern Michigan on the map as a great golf destination. Although there are several golf resorts in the area with multiple courses, Treetops emerges each year as one of the most recognizable golf resorts in the state. With 81 holes of spectacular golf at two locations (Treetops North is about a 7-minute drive), 226 guest rooms and suites, a spa, a salon, and more than 25,000 sq. ft. of meeting space, it’s easy to see why Treetops Resort is a popular venue for golf getaways, weddings, and business conferences.

If golf’s not your game there are plenty of other activities including mountain biking, fly fishing, tennis, disc golf, and horseback riding. When the white stuff starts to fall, Treetops transforms into one of Northern Michigan’s top ski resorts, with 23 expertly groomed ski runs, and 14 kilometers of cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails.

Over the years Treetops has received its share of accolades from the golf world. Golf Magazine awarded them its Silver Medal Award as one of the finest resorts in the United States, 7-times. In 2002, Treetops was ranked #32 on Golf Digest’s list of “America's Top 75 Golf Resorts”, and in June 2000, Conde Nast Traveler recognized them as a “Top 50 International Resorts.” Pinehurst and Pebble Beach were the only two golf resorts ranked higher that year. Year in and year out Treetops is awarded at least 4 stars by Golf Digest’s Places to Play. And with courses designed by three of the industry’s top golf architects – Tom Fazio, Robert Trent Jones Sr., and Rick Smith – you’re sure to be challenged.

For my money, there are two other qualities necessary for a golf resort to earn consideration (besides exciting golf): good dining and comfortable accommodations. On either point, Treetops does not disappoint. Treetops offers three restaurants on the main property that are all located within steps of each other: Legends on the Hill, Hunter's Grille, and the Sports Bar. The food is outstanding and, in many respects, unique. Hunter’s Grille offers an ever-evolving menu of eclectic cuisine and spectacular views from the top of the ski hills. Legends on the Hill has a pasta dish that features a giant elk meatball and handmade herb pappardelle pasta covered in a rich tomato sauce and served with shaved Parmesan, and garlic toast. There’s also fresh Michigan rainbow trout and a Sous Vide Pork Chop that is incredibly delicious.

At the Sports Bar, you can indulge in your favorite made-to-order pizza or enjoy a hot and spicy Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich. The Southfork Ranch Steak Sandwich is delicious too; 8oz of prime rib, sauteed onions, fresh spinach, and garlic aioli, served on fresh rosemary Herb Bread.

The Jones Tavern at Treetops North is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner from 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. It’s primarily a grab-and-go menu with items like a Signature Burrito, Smith Breakfast Sandwich, the Fazio Grilled Ham and Cheese, and the Traditions Southwest Wrap.

Bar 81 is located on the main floor of the lodge just past the reception area. There are several TVs, making it a perfect spot to relax with your friends, recap the day, and watch your favorite sports teams. They even offer a light menu, something to snack on between sips of your favorite adult beverage.

As far as the rooms in the lodge go, the rooms are some of the largest I’ve stayed in. Each room is equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffeemaker as well as a large flat-screen TV, and bathrooms with huge walk-in showers. In the lodge, you’ll find an indoor pool, hot tubs, and a fitness center as well as the Treetops Spa.

The newest addition to the Treetops lodging collection is the Jones Cottages, located on the 4th hole of the Masterpiece. Each cottage sleeps eight people comfortably, making them perfect for small groups and outings. All are outfitted with modern amenities and the two-floor layout provides added space and unbeatable views.

Threetops is the most challenging par 3 course in North America. AARP named Threetops the #1 Par 3 Course in North America. It was also the site of the former ESPN Par 3 Shootout which challenged the likes of Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Phil Mickelson, Fred Couples, Lee Trevino, and Raymond Floyd. The 7th hole is where, in 2001, Lee Trevino hit his tee shot over the green but managed to spin it back into the hole. The ace earned him $10,000 for the closest to the pin, $80,000 for the skin, and $1,000,000 for the hole-in-one.

From the back tees, yardages range between 140 and 219 yards. The longer holes may look intimidating on the scorecard, but they usually play significantly downhill. Each hole is unique, and the course conditions are the same as any of the championship 18-hole courses. The greens are the most challenging aspect of the course; some have severe slopes with a lot of undulation and break that you may not see at first glance and “straight-in” putts are rare. Threetops is a must-play if you’re on a golf trip to Gaylord; you can get around the course in about 90 minutes.

Treetops Resort is located about 5 miles east of Gaylord and only 10 minutes from I-75. With great golf, fantastic dining, and spacious, comfortable rooms, you won’t go wrong in choosing Treetops as your next golf getaway destination.

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This is a fun course to play and you will enjoy the challenge of playing the same course as the pros played in the par 3 shootouts. You will have the same views, the same challenges as to what club to hit while considering the elevation changes, wind direction and speed. And, once on the green you will also have the same putts with the same speed and dramatic breaks as the pros. The key is to keep the ball in play and preferably be on the green in one. To miss is almost a sure bogey. If there is one thing this course can reinforce about your game, its that an 80% swing of a lower lofted club is often better than a full swing of a higher lofted club. The tee boxes were pretty beat up from play. There are no tee markers (they have yardage markers), so you can hit from where ever you are comfortable.

As much fun as this is to play, it does not come cheap. I was under the impression the fee of $49.00 was for 18 holes (playing the 9-hole course twice). It is not. The fee is for 9 holes only. There are several holes that I would have liked to play again using a different club. That being said, take your time playing and hit another ball if you do not like the results of your first attempt. Bring you camera, take your time and enjoy.

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Treetops Resort Course Layout & Flyover
3962 Wilkinson Rd, Gaylord, MI
49735-9800
(989) 732-6711
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