Thunder Bay Resort Hillman, Michigan
Thunder Bay Resort is a par-106 resort course in Hillman, Michigan, playing 6,026 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 70.4 and slope of 129.
Course Overview
| Type | Resort |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 106 (4 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 2 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,026 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 70.4 / 129 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Hillman, Michigan, USA |
| Coordinates | 45.0619, -83.8839 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,026 | 5,510 | 70 | 70.4 | 129 |
| White/Blue 2018 | 5,831 | 5,332 | 70 | 69.3 | 125 |
| White | 5,636 | 5,154 | 70 | 68.2 | 121 |
| White/Yellow 2018 | 5,430 | 4,965 | 69 | 67.2 | 119 |
| Gold | 5,224 | 4,777 | 68 | 66.2 | 117 |
| Red | 4,810 | 4,398 | 67 | 64.5 | 115 |
| Red/Red 2018 | 4,396 | 4,020 | 66 | 62.8 | 112 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 70.4/129 | 306 | 436 | 315 | 524 | 171 | 331 | 295 | 185 | 450 | 3013 | 306 | 436 | 315 | 524 | 171 | 331 | 295 | 185 | 450 | 3013 | 6026 |
| White/Blue 2018 69.3/125 | 306 | 407 | 313 | 489 | 148 | 311 | 289 | 170 | 385 | 2818 | 306 | 436 | 315 | 524 | 171 | 331 | 295 | 185 | 450 | 3013 | 5831 |
| White 68.2/121 | 306 | 407 | 313 | 489 | 148 | 311 | 289 | 170 | 385 | 2818 | 306 | 407 | 313 | 489 | 148 | 311 | 289 | 170 | 385 | 2818 | 5636 |
| White/Yellow 2018 67.2/119 | 306 | 407 | 313 | 489 | 148 | 311 | 289 | 170 | 385 | 2818 | 267 | 380 | 292 | 452 | 145 | 273 | 273 | 155 | 375 | 2612 | 5430 |
| Gold 66.2/117 | 267 | 380 | 292 | 452 | 145 | 273 | 273 | 155 | 375 | 2612 | 267 | 380 | 292 | 452 | 145 | 273 | 273 | 155 | 375 | 2612 | 5224 |
| Red 64.5/115 | 190 | 308 | 280 | 359 | 128 | 225 | 253 | 140 | 315 | 2198 | 267 | 380 | 292 | 452 | 145 | 273 | 273 | 155 | 375 | 2612 | 4810 |
| Red/Red 2018 62.8/112 | 190 | 308 | 280 | 359 | 128 | 225 | 253 | 140 | 315 | 2198 | 190 | 308 | 280 | 359 | 128 | 225 | 253 | 140 | 315 | 2198 | 4396 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 |
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 (6,026 yards, 70.4/129)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 2 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 1 (par 4, 306 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Gold (5,224 yards, 66.2/117)
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/Red 2018 (4,396 yards, 62.8/112)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 5 (128 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 306 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 524 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 171 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 436-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Thunder Bay Resort?
Thunder Bay Resort has a course rating of 70.4 and slope of 129 from the back tees. From the Red/Red 2018 tees, the rating is 62.8 with a slope of 112.
How long is Thunder Bay Resort?
From the back tees, Thunder Bay Resort plays 6,026 yards. The course is par 106 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 2 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Thunder Bay Resort?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 1, a 306-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Thunder Bay Resort?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,026 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red/Red 2018 tees (4,396 yards).
Is Thunder Bay Resort public or private?
Thunder Bay Resort is a resort golf course in Hillman, Michigan. Open to resort guests and public play.
What courses are near Thunder Bay Resort?
Nearby courses include Elk Ridge Golf Club (Atlanta), River's Edge Golf Club (Alpena), Cedar Valley Golf Club, Alpena Golf Club (Alpena).
Is there a yardage book for Thunder Bay Resort?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Thunder Bay Resort 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 Thunder Bay Resort 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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