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Golf at 
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa

Exceptional golf courses complemented by the natural beauty of Michigan's Lower Peninsula make Grand Traverse Resort and Spa a premier destination for golfers seeking a first-class experience.

Thanks to three great designers, Grand Traverse Resort and Spa boasts a colorful palette of courses, each offering varying levels of challenge. Those courses include The Bear, The Wolverine, and Spruce Run.

Summer Golf Capital

Through the years, publications like Golf Digest, Golf Magazine, and Links Magazine have recognized Grand Traverse Resort and Spa as one of the Midwest's finest golf experiences. 

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The Bear
The Bear
The Bear

The Bear

Welcome to The Bear, every bit the animal it was when Jack Nicklaus first unleashed the course on June 17, 1985. Celebrated as one of the toughest 18 holes in Michigan, The Bear was ranked as the 18th toughest course in America, according to Golf Digest.

The Wolverine
The Wolverine

The Wolverine

Gary Player’s first signature course in the state of Michigan is designed to take full advantage of the Resort’s richly diverse environment. The design’s flexibility, versatility, and playability with four sets of tees allows the course to be set up to accommodate golfers of all abilities.

Spruce Run

Spruce Run

Spruce Run, the Resort’s original resort course, began as a nine-hole Acme Public Golf Course and was expanded to 18 holes in the 1970s. The course was redesigned as a 6,741-yard par-72 course in 1979 by former University of Michigan Golf Coach William Newcomb and renamed The Resort Course.

Award Winning Golf Experience

  • Three championship courses to choose from: The Bear, The Wolverine, and Spruce Run
  • One centralized Clubhouse provides a convenient start to any course
  • Expansive putting green and driving range
  • The Dave Pelz Scoring Game School on-site
  • Private and on-course instruction at The Golf Academy
  • Golf Pro Shop featuring the latest in golf apparel and gear
  • The Grille restaurant featuring lunch and dinner and outdoor seating overlooking #18 on The Bear
  • Golf groups of all sizes are always welcome
  • Corporate golf team building and activities
  • Golf memberships available

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Golf Events

From weekend specials, to fun and unique tournaments, our golf events calendar will keep your clubs swinging all season long.

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Golf Academy

The Golf Academy is our year-round, 2,000-square-foot facility featuring three heated, indoor-outdoor hitting bays equipped with mirrors and motion-capture technology for swing analysis.

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The Clubhouse

The Clubhouse features a fleet of 215 golf cars with canopies, windshields, club and ball washers, and USB charging ports; 120 electric, 95 gasoline. Golf club rental is available.

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Shop our Online Pro Shop

Visit our online pro shop where we are able to offer a robust selection of golf apparel, bags, and accessories from leading brands! With a variety of styles, colors, fits and sizes, you're sure to find the perfect Resort golf gear for your next outing.

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Golf Groups Golf Leagues

With three golf courses and an experienced staff, we take pride in hosting successful golf groups and golf outings. Every aspect of your experience at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, from tee times to lodging, is handled by our team.

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For more information, contact:

Cara Goss

Cara assists conference groups already booked at the Resort as well as community organizations and social groups.
Tel: 231-534-6168
Email: [email protected]

Joann Hanafi

Joann assists groups of 12 or more specifically looking for golf and/or spa packages that include lodging.
Tel: 231-534-6178
Email: [email protected]

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Pig & Pour Harvest Hog Roast

Pig & Pour Harvest Hog Roast

Bring your appetite on Saturday, October 5 from 4:00-7:00pm for our Pig & Pour Harvest Hog Roast. Enjoy live music, classic harvest games, a delicious harvest feast and handcrafted cocktails from Traverse City Whiskey Company. 

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Wine Dinner with Black Star Farms

Join us for an exquisite wine dinner at Aerie Restaurant & Lounge on Thursday, October 17 showcasing the award-winning wines of Black Star Farms. 

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VIP Wine & Spa with Bonobo Winery

Get ready for a weekend of wine and relaxation and join us November 15-17, 2024 for our VIP Wine and Spa Weekend with Bonobo Winery! Click below to learn more about package inclusions.

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Fall Spa Specials

Head to Spa Grand Traverse for our new lineup of fall services and packages. Available September 1 - November 30, 2024

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Barefoot Podcast

Barefoot Podcast

The official lifestyle podcast of Grand Traverse Resort and Spa

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Just five minutes down the road, Turtle Creek Casino provides a variety of entertainment all night long. Visit the Bellstand for casino shuttle information.

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