The Orchards Golf Club Washington Township, Michigan
The Orchards Golf Club is a par-71 public course in Washington Township, Michigan, playing 6,590 yards from the Champ tees with a rating of 71.8 and slope of 128.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,590 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 71.8 / 128 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Washington Township, Michigan, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.7504, -83.0386 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Champ | 6,590 | 6,026 | 71 | 71.8 | 128 |
| Blue | 6,264 | 5,728 | 71 | 70.1 | 124 |
| White | 5,830 | 5,331 | 71 | 68 | 118 |
| Gold | 5,451 | 4,984 | 71 | 66.6 | 117 |
| Red | 4,992 | 4,565 | 71 | 64.4 | 111 |
| Green | 4,873 | 4,456 | 71 | 63.8 | 111 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Champ 71.8/128 | 452 | 194 | 358 | 547 | 432 | 177 | 498 | 213 | 426 | 3297 | 400 | 518 | 406 | 426 | 160 | 350 | 297 | 130 | 606 | 3293 | 6590 |
| Blue 70.1/124 | 415 | 170 | 352 | 528 | 404 | 170 | 479 | 198 | 414 | 3130 | 396 | 516 | 363 | 384 | 138 | 342 | 288 | 116 | 591 | 3134 | 6264 |
| White 68/118 | 388 | 145 | 296 | 495 | 384 | 157 | 454 | 170 | 400 | 2889 | 375 | 488 | 340 | 348 | 132 | 307 | 279 | 110 | 562 | 2941 | 5830 |
| Gold 66.6/117 | 373 | 106 | 265 | 457 | 359 | 119 | 409 | 144 | 383 | 2615 | 368 | 465 | 338 | 344 | 114 | 290 | 272 | 93 | 552 | 2836 | 5451 |
| Red 64.4/111 | 337 | 97 | 252 | 411 | 296 | 114 | 403 | 140 | 370 | 2420 | 346 | 410 | 335 | 316 | 88 | 284 | 257 | 90 | 446 | 2572 | 4992 |
| Green 63.8/111 | 330 | 93 | 245 | 405 | 291 | 110 | 398 | 136 | 365 | 2373 | 338 | 403 | 331 | 310 | 85 | 280 | 225 | 88 | 440 | 2500 | 4873 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 7 | 15 | 5 | 11 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 16 | 12 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 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: Champ (6,590 yards, 71.8/128)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 9 (par 4, 426 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,830 yards, 68/118)
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+: Green (4,873 yards, 63.8/111)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 17 (88 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 426 yards this is one of the longest par 4s on the course and demands a strong drive.
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 606 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 130 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 406-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of The Orchards Golf Club?
The Orchards Golf Club has a course rating of 71.8 and slope of 128 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 63.8 with a slope of 111.
How long is The Orchards Golf Club?
From the back tees, The Orchards Golf Club plays 6,590 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at The Orchards Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 9, a 426-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at The Orchards Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Champ tees (6,590 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (4,873 yards).
Is The Orchards Golf Club public or private?
The Orchards Golf Club is a public golf course in Washington Township, Michigan. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near The Orchards Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Stony Creek Metropark Golf Course (Shelby Township), Blackheath Golf Club (Oakland Township), Bruce Hills Golf Course (Romeo), Cracklewood Golf Club!.
Is there a yardage book for The Orchards Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for The Orchards 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 The Orchards 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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