The Lakes Golf Course Gaylord, Michigan
The Lakes Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Gaylord, Michigan, playing 6,256 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 70.8 and slope of 122.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,256 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 70.8 / 122 |
| Tee Options | 4 |
| Location | Gaylord, Michigan, USA |
| Coordinates | 44.9454, -84.6469 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,256 | 5,720 | 72 | 70.8 | 122 |
| White | 5,628 | 5,146 | 72 | 67.8 | 113 |
| Red | 4,936 | 4,513 | 68 | 64.6 | 106 |
| Gold | 4,804 | 4,393 | 72 | 64 | 105 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 70.8/122 | 533 | 195 | 295 | 376 | 343 | 292 | 193 | 411 | 490 | 3128 | 533 | 195 | 295 | 376 | 343 | 292 | 193 | 411 | 490 | 3128 | 6256 |
| White 67.8/113 | 505 | 168 | 270 | 346 | 319 | 265 | 169 | 309 | 463 | 2814 | 505 | 168 | 270 | 346 | 319 | 265 | 169 | 309 | 463 | 2814 | 5628 |
| Red 64.6/106 | 433 | 125 | 251 | 318 | 305 | 242 | 140 | 250 | 404 | 2468 | 433 | 125 | 251 | 318 | 305 | 242 | 140 | 250 | 404 | 2468 | 4936 |
| Gold 64/105 | 428 | 118 | 241 | 312 | 295 | 237 | 130 | 246 | 395 | 2402 | 428 | 118 | 241 | 312 | 295 | 237 | 130 | 246 | 395 | 2402 | 4804 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 14 | 10 |
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 (6,256 yards, 70.8/122)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 15 (par 4, 292 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,628 yards, 67.8/113)
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+: Gold (4,804 yards, 64/105)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 7 (130 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 292 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 533 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 193 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 Lakes Golf Course?
The Lakes Golf Course has a course rating of 70.8 and slope of 122 from the back tees. From the Gold tees, the rating is 64 with a slope of 105.
How long is The Lakes Golf Course?
From the back tees, The Lakes Golf Course plays 6,256 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at The Lakes Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 15, a 292-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at The Lakes Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,256 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Gold tees (4,804 yards).
Is The Lakes Golf Course public or private?
The Lakes Golf Course is a public golf course in Gaylord, Michigan. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near The Lakes Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Michaywe Pines (Gaylord), The Loon Golf Resort (Gaylord), The Ridge, The Classic.
Is there a yardage book for The Lakes Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for The Lakes 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 The Lakes 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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