Bay Meadows Golf Course Traverse City, Michigan
Bay Meadows Golf Course is a par-81 public course in Traverse City, Michigan, playing 3,686 yards from the RED18 tees with a rating of 61 and slope of 99.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 81 (4 par 3s, 5 par 4s, 0 par 5s) |
| Length | 3,686 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 61 / 99 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Traverse City, Michigan, USA |
| Coordinates | 44.7709, -85.6778 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE | 2,479 | 34 | 34.3 | 115 |
| WHITE | 2,117 | 34 | 32 | 105 |
| RED | 1,843 | 34 | 30.5 | 99 |
| RED18 | 3,686 | 68 | 61 | 99 |
| BLUE | 2,479 | 34 | 34.3 | 115 |
| WHITE | 2,117 | 34 | 32 | 105 |
| RED | 1,843 | 34 | 30.5 | 99 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE 34.3/115 | 426 | 347 | 140 | 204 | 287 | 324 | 133 | 166 | 452 | 2479 | 0 | 2479 |
| WHITE 32/105 | 389 | 324 | 75 | 158 | 223 | 302 | 97 | 149 | 400 | 2117 | 0 | 2117 |
| RED 30.5/99 | 333 | 287 | 73 | 125 | 206 | 287 | 84 | 128 | 320 | 1843 | 0 | 1843 |
| RED18 61/99 | 333 | 287 | 73 | 125 | 206 | 287 | 84 | 128 | 320 | 1843 | 0 | 1843 |
| BLUE 34.3/115 | 426 | 347 | 140 | 204 | 287 | 324 | 133 | 166 | 452 | 2479 | 0 | 2479 |
| WHITE 32/105 | 389 | 324 | 75 | 158 | 223 | 302 | 97 | 149 | 400 | 2117 | 0 | 2117 |
| RED 30.5/99 | 333 | 287 | 73 | 125 | 206 | 287 | 84 | 128 | 320 | 1843 | 0 | 1843 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 32 | 0 | 32 |
| Hdcp | 2 | 3 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 7 | 1 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Multiply your handicap index by 28 and add it to par. If the result exceeds the total yardage divided by 100, move up one tee.
Handicap 0-10: RED18 (3,686 yards, 61/99)
The back tees offer the full test. and respect the #1 handicap hole 9 (par 4, 320 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: BLUE (2,479 yards, 34.3/115)
This tee gives you a realistic chance to reach greens in regulation without brutal carries. Course management is key. Identify trouble spots and plan your misses to the safe side. Use the strokes gained data to find where you're leaving shots on the table.
Handicap 20+: RED (1,843 yards, 30.5/99)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 3 (73 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. At 320 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 73 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 333 yards. A monster that requires precision off the tee and a quality long approach.
The #3 handicap hole. A 287-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Bay Meadows Golf Course?
Bay Meadows Golf Course has a course rating of 61 and slope of 99 from the back tees. From the RED tees, the rating is 30.5 with a slope of 99.
How long is Bay Meadows Golf Course?
From the back tees, Bay Meadows Golf Course plays 3,686 yards. The course is par 81 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 5 par 4s, 0 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Bay Meadows Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 9, a 320-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Bay Meadows Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the BLUE tees (2,479 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the RED tees (1,843 yards).
Is Bay Meadows Golf Course public or private?
Bay Meadows Golf Course is a public golf course in Traverse City, Michigan. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Bay Meadows Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Traverse City Golf and Country Club (Traverse City), Elmbrook Golf Course (Traverse City), Interlochen Golf Course (Interlochen), Spruce Run Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Bay Meadows Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Bay Meadows Golf Course with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
Does Bay Meadows Golf Course have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs a 1,000-shot Monte Carlo simulation on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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