I love these old courses. My father helped renovate some tee boxes when I was a very young sidekick. I had the pleasure of consulting on some bunker and drainage issues a few decades ago as well. A full circle I suppose. A very nice, historic course should play if you’re ever lucky enough to visit Mackinac Island.

Take a trip back into time on Michigans Oldest Continuously Used Gold Course in the state. Minimally changed over time it features some unique features I’ve only seen here. There is a cross bunker on one hole, just a line of dirt and grass that goes across the fairway to stress out your tee shot. Another hole has what are called chocolate drops. Just plops of rocks and grass scattered about. And finally the Circus Ring. A few foot high circle of dirt and grass surrounding a green. Forcing a higher shot in approach. Trying fun ideas. I wish I seen more. The course is built in the site of a War of 1812 battle. There are info signs about very interesting and informative.

Great course with so much history. Very well groomed and maintained. Played it in early October. The weather was perfect and the scenery was beautiful and full of fall colors. Some of us brought our own clubs, some of us rented. Highly recommend.

I have played there many times. Exceedingly cool course in an extremely historic place. The staff and the pro could not possibly be any nicer. A must play.

Went with my wife and son (and none of us are experienced golfers). Course was beautiful the staff is super friendly. If you're heading up to the island, bring your clubs. Never saw a circus ring before, so that was really interesting.