Branson Bay Golf Course Mason, Michigan
Branson Bay Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Mason, Michigan, playing 6,566 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 71.6 and slope of 124.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (3 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,566 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 71.6 / 124 |
| Tee Options | 4 |
| Location | Mason, Michigan, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.5764, -84.5888 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,566 | 72 | 71.6 | 124 |
| White | 6,139 | 72 | 69.6 | 121 |
| Gold | 5,506 | 72 | 67.8 | 118 |
| Red | 5,007 | 72 | 69.5 | 116 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 71.6/124 | 446 | 310 | 402 | 402 | 348 | 156 | 539 | 173 | 532 | 3308 | 323 | 320 | 444 | 403 | 495 | 394 | 145 | 409 | 325 | 3258 | 6566 |
| White 69.6/121 | 439 | 300 | 353 | 338 | 342 | 145 | 496 | 169 | 481 | 3063 | 315 | 291 | 396 | 373 | 487 | 365 | 130 | 398 | 321 | 3076 | 6139 |
| Gold 67.8/118 | 364 | 297 | 315 | 293 | 330 | 138 | 481 | 122 | 463 | 2803 | 297 | 255 | 311 | 310 | 474 | 313 | 127 | 375 | 241 | 2703 | 5506 |
| Red 69.5/116 | 278 | 228 | 305 | 257 | 282 | 138 | 431 | 117 | 457 | 2493 | 252 | 250 | 306 | 305 | 450 | 266 | 121 | 328 | 236 | 2514 | 5007 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 1 | 13 | 3 | 11 | 9 | 17 | 7 | 15 | 5 | 14 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 10 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 12 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Handicap 0-10: Blue (6,566 yards, 71.6/124)
Course rating 0.4 below par.
Handicap 10-20: Gold (5,506 yards, 67.8/118)
1,060 yards shorter than the back tees. Course rating 4.2 below par.
Handicap 20+: Red (5,007 yards, 69.5/116)
1,559 yards shorter than the back tees. Course rating 2.5 below par.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Stroke index 1, the hardest hole on the card. The longest of the 12 par 4s.
Stroke index 18, the easiest hole on the card. The shortest of the 3 par 3s.
The longest hole on the card at 539 yards. 7 yards longer than the next.
Stroke index 2.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Branson Bay Golf Course?
Branson Bay Golf Course has a course rating of 71.6 and slope of 124 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 69.5 with a slope of 116.
How long is Branson Bay Golf Course?
From the back tees, Branson Bay Golf Course plays 6,566 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (3 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Branson Bay Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 1, a 446-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Branson Bay Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,566 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,007 yards).
Is Branson Bay Golf Course public or private?
Branson Bay Golf Course is a public golf course in Mason, Michigan. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Branson Bay Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Bonnie View Golf Course (Eaton Rapids), Iron Links Golf Course, El Dorado Golf Course, White Eldorado Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Branson Bay Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Branson Bay 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.
How do you play Branson Bay Golf Course?
The Yards strategy engine simulates every hole at Branson Bay Golf Course for your handicap and your clubs: shot dispersion off each tee, strokes gained heatmaps for every target, and the club that loses the fewest strokes. Holes 1 and 2 are free to explore, so you can see the optimal way to play the opening stretch before you commit.
Does Branson Bay Golf Course have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs more than 20,000 simulated shots 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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