Black Forest at Wilderness Valley Michigan
Black Forest at Wilderness Valley is a par-71 public course in Michigan, playing 6,342 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 70.3 and slope of 129.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,342 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 70.3 / 129 |
| Tee Options | 4 |
| Location | Michigan, USA |
| Coordinates | 44.8659, -84.8041 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,342 | 5,799 | 71 | 70.3 | 129 |
| Blue | 6,181 | 5,652 | 71 | 69.7 | 126 |
| White | 5,857 | 5,356 | 71 | 67.9 | 123 |
| Red | 4,902 | 4,482 | 67 | 63.8 | 111 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 70.3/129 | 374 | 164 | 339 | 542 | 362 | 165 | 361 | 333 | 398 | 3038 | 368 | 304 | 156 | 538 | 426 | 370 | 195 | 567 | 380 | 3304 | 6342 |
| Blue 69.7/126 | 374 | 164 | 339 | 515 | 362 | 165 | 360 | 333 | 370 | 2982 | 368 | 304 | 156 | 500 | 426 | 370 | 195 | 514 | 366 | 3199 | 6181 |
| White 67.9/123 | 322 | 154 | 331 | 504 | 357 | 157 | 352 | 323 | 358 | 2858 | 354 | 296 | 144 | 482 | 337 | 355 | 183 | 496 | 352 | 2999 | 5857 |
| Red 63.8/111 | 278 | 119 | 281 | 445 | 325 | 128 | 319 | 247 | 310 | 2452 | 289 | 254 | 109 | 406 | 301 | 273 | 145 | 375 | 298 | 2450 | 4902 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 |
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: Black (6,342 yards, 70.3/129)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 1 (par 4, 374 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,857 yards, 67.9/123)
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 (4,902 yards, 63.8/111)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 12 (109 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 374 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. Play smart and take your par or better.
The longest hole on the course at 567 yards. Reachable in two for scratch golfers but a true three-shot hole for most. The smart play is two accurate shots to within wedge range.
The shortest par 3 at 156 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A challenging par 3 at 164 yards.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Black Forest at Wilderness Valley?
Black Forest at Wilderness Valley has a course rating of 70.3 and slope of 129 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 63.8 with a slope of 111.
How long is Black Forest at Wilderness Valley?
From the back tees, Black Forest at Wilderness Valley plays 6,342 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Black Forest at Wilderness Valley?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 1, a 374-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Black Forest at Wilderness Valley?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,342 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (4,902 yards).
Is Black Forest at Wilderness Valley public or private?
Black Forest at Wilderness Valley is a public golf course in Michigan. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Black Forest at Wilderness Valley?
Nearby courses include Wilderness Valley (Gaylord), The Ridge, The Loon Golf Resort (Gaylord), Michaywe Pines (Gaylord).
Is there a yardage book for Black Forest at Wilderness Valley?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Black Forest at Wilderness Valley 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 Black Forest at Wilderness Valley 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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