Twin Birch Golf Course Kalkaska, Michigan
Twin Birch Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Kalkaska, Michigan, playing 6,285 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 71.1 and slope of 115.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,285 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 71.1 / 115 |
| Tee Options | 3 |
| Location | Kalkaska, Michigan, USA |
| Coordinates | 44.7380, -85.1489 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,285 | 72 | 71.1 | 115 |
| White | 6,027 | 72 | 69.8 | 112 |
| Red | 4,751 | 72 | 63.2 | 104 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 71.1/115 | 350 | 395 | 495 | 375 | 143 | 373 | 463 | 168 | 340 | 3102 | 370 | 354 | 169 | 324 | 433 | 220 | 421 | 400 | 492 | 3183 | 6285 |
| White 69.8/112 | 335 | 372 | 462 | 360 | 133 | 357 | 452 | 161 | 329 | 2961 | 357 | 338 | 159 | 314 | 419 | 209 | 410 | 380 | 480 | 3066 | 6027 |
| Red 63.2/104 | 270 | 325 | 400 | 311 | 118 | 287 | 400 | 121 | 278 | 2510 | 303 | 248 | 100 | 265 | 345 | 141 | 209 | 275 | 355 | 2241 | 4751 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 11 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 17 | 9 | 7 | 15 | 13 | 8 | 16 | 12 | 10 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 6 | 18 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Handicap 0-10: Blue (6,285 yards, 71.1/115)
Course rating 0.9 below par.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,027 yards, 69.8/112)
258 yards shorter than the back tees. Course rating 2.2 below par.
Handicap 20+: Red (4,751 yards, 63.2/104)
1,534 yards shorter than the back tees. Course rating 8.8 below par.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Stroke index 1, the hardest hole on the card.
Stroke index 18, the easiest hole on the card.
The longest hole on the card at 495 yards. 3 yards longer than the next.
The shortest par 3 on the card at 143 yards. 118 from the Red tees.
Stroke index 2. The longest of the 10 par 4s.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Twin Birch Golf Course?
Twin Birch Golf Course has a course rating of 71.1 and slope of 115 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 63.2 with a slope of 104.
How long is Twin Birch Golf Course?
From the back tees, Twin Birch Golf Course plays 6,285 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Twin Birch Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 2, a 395-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Twin Birch Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,285 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (4,751 yards).
Is Twin Birch Golf Course public or private?
Twin Birch Golf Course is a public golf course in Kalkaska, Michigan. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Twin Birch Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Grandview Golf Club (Kalkaska), Timber Wolf Golf Club (Kalkaska), Schuss Mountain Golf Course (Mancelona), High Pointe Golf Club (Williamsburg).
Is there a yardage book for Twin Birch Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Twin Birch 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.
How do you play Twin Birch Golf Course?
The Yards strategy engine simulates every hole at Twin Birch Golf Course for your handicap and your clubs: shot dispersion off each tee, strokes gained heatmaps for every target, and the club that loses the fewest strokes. Holes 1 and 2 are free to explore, so you can see the optimal way to play the opening stretch before you commit.
Does Twin Birch Golf Course have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs more than 20,000 simulated shots 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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