Brookside Golf and Grill
Plan your round at Brookside Golf and Grill
Brookside Golf and Grill is an 18-hole, par 72 course in Gowen, northeast of Grand Rapids, locally owned and operated for more than 60 years. The layout plays over gently rolling ground with a stream crossing a few holes and bunkers placed around the greens and landing areas. It stretches to 5,810 yards from the blue tees, and the site describes it as friendly to beginners while still testing better players. A bar and grill sits in the newly redesigned clubhouse.
- 18 holes
- Par 72
Course strategy
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Brookside Golf and Grill hole by hole
Hole 1
310
yds ·Yellow
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 2
255
yds ·Yellow
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Hole 3
390
yds ·Yellow
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Hole 4
110
yds ·Yellow
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Hole 5
240
yds ·Yellow
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Hole 6
240
yds ·Yellow
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Hole 7
400
yds ·Yellow
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Hole 8
95
yds ·Yellow
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Hole 9
300
yds ·Yellow
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Hole 10
300
yds ·Yellow
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Hole 11
125
yds ·Yellow
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Hole 12
140
yds ·Yellow
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Hole 13
260
yds ·Yellow
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Hole 14
440
yds ·Yellow
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Hole 15
330
yds ·Yellow
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Hole 16
270
yds ·Yellow
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Hole 17
240
yds ·Yellow
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Hole 18
300
yds ·Yellow
No notes for this hole yet.
ScorecardView the full scorecard
Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | Blue | White | Yellow | Green |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 3 | 350 | 340 | 310 | 300 |
| 2 | 4 | 5 | 325 | 300 | 255 | 245 |
| 3 | 5 | 1 | 470 | 450 | 390 | 310 |
| 4 | 3 | 15 | 145 | 125 | 110 | 100 |
| 5 | 4 | 7 | 300 | 280 | 240 | 230 |
| 6 | 4 | 11 | 310 | 280 | 240 | 230 |
| 7 | 5 | 17 | 440 | 420 | 400 | 330 |
| 8 | 3 | 9 | 155 | 140 | 95 | 85 |
| 9 | 4 | 13 | 360 | 315 | 300 | 290 |
| Out | 36 | 2,855 | 2,650 | 2,340 | 2,120 | |
| 10 | 4 | 18 | 380 | 350 | 300 | 260 |
| 11 | 3 | 8 | 165 | 145 | 125 | 120 |
| 12 | 3 | 2 | 170 | 155 | 140 | 95 |
| 13 | 4 | 14 | 295 | 285 | 260 | 250 |
| 14 | 5 | 4 | 510 | 470 | 440 | 335 |
| 15 | 5 | 10 | 470 | 410 | 330 | 310 |
| 16 | 4 | 6 | 310 | 300 | 270 | 240 |
| 17 | 4 | 12 | 310 | 290 | 240 | 230 |
| 18 | 4 | 16 | 345 | 315 | 300 | 285 |
| In | 36 | 2,955 | 2,720 | 2,405 | 2,125 | |
| Total | 72 | 5,810 | 5,370 | 4,745 | 4,245 |
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Wear a shirt at all times and soft spikes only
- Buy any alcohol on site; outside drinks are confiscated
- Keep carts on paved paths, or 30 feet off tees and greens
- Cart drivers must be 16 or older with a driver's license
- Check the club's Facebook page for weather delays
Dress code
Shirts must be worn at all times, and only soft spikes are allowed.
Carts & walking
Keep carts on paved paths where there are any; otherwise stay 30 feet from tees and greens. Cart renters must be at least 16 with a valid driver's license. A non-golfing spouse or partner can ride along only if they don't golf or carry clubs.
Food & drink
The Bar and Grill in the clubhouse has daily food and drink specials, with canned and draft beer, liquor and wine for sale.
Pace of play
Groups are limited to four players, and faster groups should be allowed to play through when possible.
Policies
Outside alcohol isn't allowed on the property under Michigan law: a first offense means it is confiscated, and a second means being asked to leave. Annual memberships are sold, with a separate members' tee time page. For weather closings or delays, the club posts on Facebook.
Quick answers
Brookside Golf and Grill at a glance
How many holes does Brookside Golf and Grill have, and what's the par?
Brookside Golf and Grill has 18 holes and plays to a par of 72, from 4,245 to 5,810 yards depending on the tees.
What's the dress code at Brookside Golf and Grill?
Shirts must be worn at all times, and only soft spikes are allowed.
What are the cart and walking rules at Brookside Golf and Grill?
Keep carts on paved paths where there are any; otherwise stay 30 feet from tees and greens. Cart renters must be at least 16 with a valid driver's license.
What's the pace of play at Brookside Golf and Grill?
Groups are limited to four players, and faster groups should be allowed to play through when possible.
What food and drink does Brookside Golf and Grill have?
The Bar and Grill in the clubhouse has daily food and drink specials, with canned and draft beer, liquor and wine for sale.
How do you book a tee time at Brookside Golf and Grill?
Book online through the course's tee-time page, or call +1-616-984-2381.
Where is Brookside Golf and Grill?
Brookside Golf and Grill is at 1518S Johnson Road, Gowen, MI 49326.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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