The Links at Crystal Lake Pontiac, Michigan
The Links at Crystal Lake is a par-70 public course in Pontiac, Michigan, playing 5,587 yards from the BLUE tees with a rating of 66.8 and slope of 120.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (5 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 5,587 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 66.8 / 120 |
| Tee Options | 5 |
| Location | Pontiac, Michigan, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.6202, -83.3048 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE | 5,587 | 70 | 66.8 | 120 |
| WHITE | 4,944 | 70 | 68.7 | 124 |
| RED | 4,349 | 70 | 65 | 114 |
| WHITE | 4,944 | 70 | 68.7 | 124 |
| RED | 4,349 | 70 | 65 | 114 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE 66.8/120 | 281 | 171 | 491 | 385 | 124 | 397 | 325 | 326 | 323 | 2823 | 324 | 274 | 176 | 518 | 106 | 313 | 172 | 525 | 356 | 2764 | 5587 |
| WHITE 68.7/124 | 252 | 143 | 454 | 331 | 100 | 367 | 280 | 270 | 293 | 2490 | 291 | 249 | 140 | 490 | 90 | 267 | 138 | 466 | 323 | 2454 | 4944 |
| RED 65/114 | 215 | 120 | 412 | 295 | 65 | 338 | 175 | 243 | 257 | 2120 | 278 | 232 | 127 | 450 | 86 | 229 | 133 | 446 | 248 | 2229 | 4349 |
| WHITE 68.7/124 | 252 | 143 | 454 | 331 | 100 | 367 | 280 | 270 | 293 | 2490 | 291 | 249 | 140 | 490 | 90 | 267 | 138 | 466 | 323 | 2454 | 4944 |
| RED 65/114 | 215 | 120 | 412 | 295 | 65 | 338 | 175 | 243 | 257 | 2120 | 278 | 232 | 127 | 450 | 86 | 229 | 133 | 446 | 248 | 2229 | 4349 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 17 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 9 | 3 | 11 | 12 | 16 | 4 | 2 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 8 | 6 |
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 (5,587 yards, 66.8/120)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 4 (par 4, 385 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: WHITE (4,944 yards, 68.7/124)
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 (4,349 yards, 65/114)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 14 (86 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 385 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 106 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. At 518 yards, a pivotal par 5 that separates good rounds from great ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of The Links at Crystal Lake?
The Links at Crystal Lake has a course rating of 66.8 and slope of 120 from the back tees. From the RED tees, the rating is 65 with a slope of 114.
How long is The Links at Crystal Lake?
From the back tees, The Links at Crystal Lake plays 5,587 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at The Links at Crystal Lake?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 4, a 385-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at The Links at Crystal Lake?
For handicaps 0-10, play the BLUE tees (5,587 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the RED tees (4,349 yards).
Is The Links at Crystal Lake public or private?
The Links at Crystal Lake is a public golf course in Pontiac, Michigan. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near The Links at Crystal Lake?
Nearby courses include Tam O'Shanter Country Club (West Bloomfield), Royal Oak Golf Club (Royal Oak), Evergreen Hills Golf Course, Red Run Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for The Links at Crystal Lake?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for The Links at Crystal Lake 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 Links at Crystal Lake 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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