Course Overview

Designed by award-winning architect Jim Engh and opened in 2004, True North was quickly dubbed a "must play" by golfers all over Michigan and the country. The major golf publications have been singing its praises as well. Golf Digest has named True North to its "Top 75 Golf Destinations in America" for 2012.
 
Located mere minutes from the massive expanse of Lake Michigan, True North is wonderfully routed through acres of hardwoods and pine trees. In addition, like the waves on the nearby shores of Little Traverse Bay, the terrain rises and falls. Dramatic elevation changes of up to 100 feet are fairly frequent, providing both breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and exhilarating tee shots. Also common at True North is a strong sense of solitude, and for good reason: not only is every hole lined with trees, the entire facility is bordered on three sides by hundreds of acres of state and conservancy land that will never be developed. And then there's the wildlife: birds of all sizes and colors—whitetail deer and  red fox to name a few. 

True North can be a stern test but very playable. There are 41 strategically placed bunkers (including several of Mr. Engh's signature serpentine-shaped bunkers), water is in play on six of the holes, and there are 18 challenging and beautifully conditioned greens.

Speaking about the True North site, Mr. Engh said, "The land here is of exceptional quality and the topography and sandy soils are reminiscent of the sites where golf was first played. Add to that the dense Michigan forest and we had the opportunity to create something special."

True North is a "Private Destination Club" made up of regional and national members from around the country. To arrange a membership preview and stay, contact Kevin O'Brien at (231) 526-3300 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it