The Heather
Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr., in 1966, The Heather was the first BOYNE Golf course, and its challenge remains absolutely timeless. The course is widely considered to be one of the finest championship courses in the nation. The Heather was named the 2019 National Course of the Year and the 2018 Michigan Course of the Year.
The carry-over the lake #18 makes The Heather a classic finishing hole to test your skills. If the water concerns you, you may want to check out the local rule under the bench near the tees.
Northern Michigan's First Resort Course
Bearing all the markings of its legendary designer, this Robert Trent Jones Sr., The Heather has earned its reputation as one of the finest championship courses in the entire United States.
The Heather has tested the finest names in the game since 1966, playing host to Michigan Amateurs, AJGA Championships, the Michigan State Pro-Am, and The Celebrity Tour. But with all that pedigree, it’s still making history. The Heather was named the 2018 Golf Course of the Year by the Michigan Golf Course Association (MGCA) and awarded the 2019 National Golf Course of the Year by the National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA).
Yardage | Par | Rating | Slope | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Brown | 7143 | 72 | 75.4 | 147 |
Purple | 6647 | 72 | 72.7 | 143 |
Orange | 6207 | 72 | 70.3 | 139 |
Blue | 6013 | 72 | 69.4/75.4 | 135/140 |
Green | 5743 | 72 | 68.3/73.9 | 130/137 |
Silver | 4845 | 72 | 64.0/68.6 | 120/123 |
Course Tour
The Heather
Hole 1
A great opening hole, your tee shot should not stray too far to the right, which may be a natural reaction. Instead, something to the middle of the fairway will set up a short iron approach to this very undulating green.
Improve Your Game
The Heather Practice Area
Located next to The Main Lodge
Range Features:
- Full-game driving range
- Two putting greens
- Range balls are included for guests prior to their round