Briarwood Golf Club Caledonia, Michigan
Briarwood Golf Club is a par-72 public course in Caledonia, Michigan, playing 6,571 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 69.8 and slope of 121. Designed by Bill Leatherman (1963).
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,571 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 69.8 / 121 |
| Tee Options | 5 |
| Architect | Bill Leatherman |
| Year | 1963 |
| Location | Caledonia, Michigan, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.7937, -85.5975 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,204 | 5,673 | 71 | 69.9 | 121 |
| White | 5,722 | 5,232 | 71 | 67.9 | 116 |
| Gold | 5,135 | 4,695 | 71 | 64.3 | 113 |
| Green | 5,135 | 4,695 | 71 | 64.4 | 105 |
| Red | 5,041 | 4,609 | 71 | 64.5 | 109 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 69.9/121 | 425 | 380 | 180 | 520 | 355 | 365 | 340 | 380 | 195 | 3140 | 468 | 276 | 435 | 345 | 175 | 520 | 295 | 150 | 400 | 3064 | 6204 |
| White 67.9/116 | 375 | 330 | 150 | 490 | 325 | 350 | 314 | 350 | 170 | 2854 | 445 | 268 | 410 | 330 | 160 | 490 | 275 | 125 | 365 | 2868 | 5722 |
| Gold 64.3/113 | 350 | 310 | 130 | 465 | 290 | 320 | 280 | 335 | 150 | 2630 | 415 | 245 | 345 | 285 | 120 | 425 | 260 | 105 | 305 | 2505 | 5135 |
| Green 64.4/105 | 350 | 310 | 130 | 465 | 290 | 320 | 280 | 335 | 150 | 2630 | 415 | 245 | 345 | 285 | 120 | 425 | 260 | 105 | 305 | 2505 | 5135 |
| Red 64.5/109 | 345 | 300 | 125 | 460 | 285 | 315 | 275 | 330 | 145 | 2580 | 411 | 240 | 340 | 280 | 115 | 420 | 255 | 100 | 300 | 2461 | 5041 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 3 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 8 | 14 | 2 | 10 | 16 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 4 |
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: Blue (6,204 yards, 69.9/121)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 4 (par 5, 520 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,722 yards, 67.9/116)
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 (5,041 yards, 64.5/109)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 17 (100 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 520 yards from the back tees, this par 5 is a true three-shot hole for most golfers.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 150 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 435-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Briarwood Golf Club?
Briarwood Golf Club has a course rating of 69.8 and slope of 121 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 64.5 with a slope of 109.
How long is Briarwood Golf Club?
From the back tees, Briarwood Golf Club plays 6,571 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Briarwood Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 4, a 520-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Briarwood Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,204 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,041 yards).
Is Briarwood Golf Club public or private?
Briarwood Golf Club is a public golf course in Caledonia, Michigan. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Briarwood Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Railside Golf Club (Byron Center), Saskatoon Golf Club (Alto), Indian Trails Golf Course (Grand Rapids), Yankee Springs Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Briarwood Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Briarwood Golf Club 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 Briarwood Golf Club 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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