Chestnut Valley Golf Course Harbor Springs, Michigan
Chestnut Valley Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Harbor Springs, Michigan, playing 6,146 yards from the BLUE tees with a rating of 70.2 and slope of 125.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,146 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 70.2 / 125 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Harbor Springs, Michigan, USA |
| Coordinates | 45.4802, -84.8827 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE | 6,146 | 72 | 70.2 | 125 |
| WHITE | 5,750 | 72 | 73.3 | 128 |
| GOLD | 5,171 | 72 | 70.6 | 119 |
| RED | 4,658 | 72 | 67.8 | 115 |
| WHITE | 5,750 | 72 | 73.3 | 128 |
| GOLD | 5,171 | 72 | 70.6 | 119 |
| RED | 4,658 | 72 | 67.8 | 115 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE 70.2/125 | 443 | 369 | 158 | 468 | 381 | 481 | 141 | 525 | 328 | 3294 | 331 | 122 | 299 | 402 | 149 | 363 | 491 | 204 | 491 | 2852 | 6146 |
| WHITE 73.3/128 | 427 | 348 | 144 | 449 | 363 | 469 | 133 | 495 | 312 | 3140 | 311 | 100 | 250 | 337 | 140 | 353 | 481 | 184 | 454 | 2610 | 5750 |
| GOLD 70.6/119 | 369 | 255 | 129 | 408 | 324 | 397 | 126 | 461 | 298 | 2767 | 289 | 89 | 233 | 323 | 131 | 309 | 426 | 166 | 438 | 2404 | 5171 |
| RED 67.8/115 | 289 | 249 | 112 | 300 | 282 | 392 | 123 | 424 | 265 | 2436 | 282 | 82 | 223 | 296 | 122 | 273 | 412 | 134 | 398 | 2222 | 4658 |
| WHITE 73.3/128 | 427 | 348 | 144 | 449 | 363 | 469 | 133 | 495 | 312 | 3140 | 311 | 100 | 250 | 337 | 140 | 353 | 481 | 184 | 454 | 2610 | 5750 |
| GOLD 70.6/119 | 369 | 255 | 129 | 408 | 324 | 397 | 126 | 461 | 298 | 2767 | 289 | 89 | 233 | 323 | 131 | 309 | 426 | 166 | 438 | 2404 | 5171 |
| RED 67.8/115 | 289 | 249 | 112 | 300 | 282 | 392 | 123 | 424 | 265 | 2436 | 282 | 82 | 223 | 296 | 122 | 273 | 412 | 134 | 398 | 2222 | 4658 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 3 | 11 | 15 | 7 | 9 | 1 | 17 | 13 | 5 | 16 | 18 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 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 (6,146 yards, 70.2/125)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 5 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 6 (par 5, 481 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: GOLD (5,171 yards, 70.6/119)
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 (4,658 yards, 67.8/115)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 11 (82 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 481 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 122 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 525 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 #2 handicap hole. A 363-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Chestnut Valley Golf Course?
Chestnut Valley Golf Course has a course rating of 70.2 and slope of 125 from the back tees. From the RED tees, the rating is 67.8 with a slope of 115.
How long is Chestnut Valley Golf Course?
From the back tees, Chestnut Valley Golf Course plays 6,146 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Chestnut Valley Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 6, a 481-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Chestnut Valley Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the BLUE tees (6,146 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the RED tees (4,658 yards).
Is Chestnut Valley Golf Course public or private?
Chestnut Valley Golf Course is a public golf course in Harbor Springs, Michigan. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Chestnut Valley Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Wequetonsing Golf Club, Petoskey Golf Center (Petoskey), True North Golf Club (Harbor Springs), Petoskey Bay View Country Club.
Is there a yardage book for Chestnut Valley Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Chestnut Valley 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 Chestnut Valley 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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