The Dunes Club New Buffalo Township, Michigan
The Dunes Club is a par-71 public course in New Buffalo Township, Michigan, playing 6,450 yards from the Gold tees with a rating of 71.1 and slope of 128.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,450 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 71.1 / 128 |
| Tee Options | 4 |
| Location | New Buffalo Township, Michigan, USA |
| Coordinates | 41.8159, -86.7136 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 6,450 | 5,898 | 71 | 71.1 | 128 |
| Blue | 6,113 | 5,590 | 71 | 69.5 | 125 |
| White | 5,597 | 5,118 | 71 | 67 | 120 |
| Red | 5,269 | 4,818 | 71 | 65.3 | 117 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold 71.1/128 | 493 | 350 | 122 | 368 | 453 | 473 | 360 | 201 | 386 | 3206 | 408 | 546 | 203 | 455 | 345 | 181 | 394 | 327 | 385 | 3244 | 6450 |
| Blue 69.5/125 | 470 | 331 | 110 | 347 | 426 | 452 | 336 | 181 | 371 | 3024 | 391 | 518 | 183 | 439 | 332 | 166 | 374 | 313 | 373 | 3089 | 6113 |
| White 67/120 | 441 | 310 | 95 | 299 | 367 | 415 | 306 | 143 | 346 | 2722 | 366 | 488 | 158 | 420 | 306 | 131 | 357 | 294 | 355 | 2875 | 5597 |
| Red 65.3/117 | 426 | 292 | 90 | 281 | 345 | 402 | 288 | 122 | 324 | 2570 | 346 | 472 | 139 | 400 | 293 | 125 | 323 | 278 | 323 | 2699 | 5269 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
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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: Gold (6,450 yards, 71.1/128)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Blue (6,113 yards, 69.5/125)
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 (5,269 yards, 65.3/117)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 3 (90 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
The longest hole on the course at 546 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 122 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of The Dunes Club?
The Dunes Club has a course rating of 71.1 and slope of 128 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 65.3 with a slope of 117.
How long is The Dunes Club?
From the back tees, The Dunes Club plays 6,450 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What tees should I play at The Dunes Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Gold tees (6,450 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,269 yards).
Is The Dunes Club public or private?
The Dunes Club is a public golf course in New Buffalo Township, Michigan. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near The Dunes Club?
Nearby courses include Chikaming Country Club, Grand Beach Golf Course, Grand Beach Golf Course, Long Beach Country Club.
Is there a yardage book for The Dunes Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for The Dunes 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 The Dunes 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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