Forest Dunes Golf Club
Plan your round at Forest Dunes Golf Club
Forest Dunes is a Tom Weiskopf design in Roscommon, Michigan, and the original course at the Forest Dunes resort. The front nine runs through pines in the Huron National Forest, while the back nine plays across exposed glacial sand dunes. It plays to par 72 and 7,116 yards from the back tees (75.2 rating, 146 slope), and Golf Digest has ranked it among America's 100 Greatest Public Courses. A short 19th "bye hole" is available to settle matches.
- Resort
- 18 holes
- Par 72
- Designed by Tom Weiskopf
Course strategy
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Forest Dunes Golf Club hole by hole
Par 3Par 4Par 5
Hole 1
314
yds ·III
Eagle's Perch, a par 4 that opens the front nine in the pines.
Hole 2
387
yds ·III
Aspen, the number 1 handicap hole on the card and the longest par 4 on the front nine from the back tees.
Hole 3
143
yds ·III
Table Top, a par 3 with a long front tee at about 200 yards from the back tees.
Hole 4
334
yds ·III
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 5
521
yds ·III
Mason Trail, a par 5 over 600 yards from the back tees and a three-shot hole for most players.
Hole 6
309
yds ·III
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 7
462
yds ·III
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 8
375
yds ·III
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 9
154
yds ·III
The Point, the closing par 3 of the front nine at about 200 yards from the back tees.
Hole 10
360
yds ·III
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 11
142
yds ·III
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 12
338
yds ·III
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 13
300
yds ·III
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 14
375
yds ·III
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 15
481
yds ·III
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 16
179
yds ·III
Hell's Acre, a par 3 of over 200 yards from the back tees with a carry over a rugged dune area.
Hole 17
243
yds ·III
Wild Dunes, a risk-reward par 4 of about 300 yards played through native sand dunes framed by fescue; the green is drivable for long hitters, but the miss is costly.
Hole 18
471
yds ·III
Eagle Chance, a par 5 finish with a lake guarding the left side of the green.
ScorecardView the full scorecard+
Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | I | II | III | IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 15 | 403 | 375 | 314 | 285 |
| 2 | 4 | 1 | 451 | 423 | 387 | 346 |
| 3 | 3 | 13 | 203 | 178 | 143 | 119 |
| 4 | 4 | 9 | 399 | 372 | 334 | 294 |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 605 | 572 | 521 | 452 |
| 6 | 4 | 11 | 378 | 344 | 309 | 256 |
| 7 | 5 | 7 | 537 | 499 | 462 | 412 |
| 8 | 4 | 3 | 443 | 414 | 375 | 278 |
| 9 | 3 | 17 | 203 | 163 | 154 | 97 |
| Out | 36 | 3,622 | 3,340 | 2,999 | 2,539 | |
| 10 | 4 | 4 | 439 | 401 | 360 | 304 |
| 11 | 3 | 18 | 193 | 163 | 142 | 127 |
| 12 | 4 | 10 | 397 | 371 | 338 | 289 |
| 13 | 4 | 14 | 373 | 344 | 300 | 255 |
| 14 | 4 | 2 | 464 | 428 | 375 | 322 |
| 15 | 5 | 6 | 563 | 531 | 481 | 418 |
| 16 | 3 | 8 | 233 | 198 | 179 | 140 |
| 17 | 4 | 16 | 302 | 278 | 243 | 214 |
| 18 | 5 | 12 | 530 | 496 | 471 | 385 |
| In | 36 | 3,494 | 3,210 | 2,889 | 2,454 | |
| Total | 72 | 7,116 | 6,550 | 5,888 | 4,993 | |
| Rating / Slope | 75.2 / 146 | 72.4 / 139 | 69.2 / 127 | — | ||
| Women's rating / slope | — | — | 74.8 / 143 | 69.9 / 136 | ||
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- ✓Bring your own clubs; the resort does not list rental sets
- ✓Cancel tee times at least 7 days ahead to avoid a penalty
- ✓Collared or sleeved shirt; no denim, cargo shorts or athletic wear
- ✓Bring a driver's license if you plan to rent a cart
- ✓No outside alcohol on the courses, clubhouse or patio
- ✓Aim for a round of 4 hours 30 minutes or less
- ✓Check whether The Loop is playing Black or Red on your day
Arrival & check-in
The resort is at 6376 Forest Dunes Drive in Roscommon, Michigan. The Lake AuSable Lodge sits about 35 yards from the first tee of the Forest Dunes course, and the villas are next to The Loop. The resort also lists directions and airport information on its contact page.
Dress code
Golf slacks, skirts, dresses, capris and golf shorts (no shorter than mid-thigh) with collared or sleeved shirts are accepted. Denim, sweatpants, gym or tennis shorts, cargo shorts and athletic wear are not. The clubhouse and dining areas are casual.
Carts & walking
A valid driver's license is required to rent and operate a cart, and guests are responsible for damage to a cart while it is in their possession.
Practice facilities
The Hilltop is a putting course of 18 holes on nearly two acres, and the Bootlegger is a 10-hole par-3 pitch-and-putt course of about 1,100 yards. A 19th "bye hole" at the Forest Dunes course settles all-square matches.
Rentals & pro shop
Each player must bring their own set of clubs. Guests who want to avoid traveling with clubs can use the club-shipping service the resort links to (Ship Sticks).
Food & drink
The clubhouse has a dining room with views of the course, Keeper's Pub (Irish-style pub serving lunch and dinner), a covered Bootlegger Bar overlooking the bye hole and the first tee of the Bootlegger course (pizza, burgers and beer), an outdoor pavilion and fire pit patio, a pizzeria with on-property delivery, and the reservation-only Chef's Table. Posted hours run breakfast 6:30 to 10:30 am, lunch 10:30 am to 4:30 pm and dinner 4:30 to 9 pm, later Thursday to Saturday.
Pace of play
Rounds should take no more than 4 hours 30 minutes for 18 holes. Groups out of position are cautioned up to two times; after a third violation the group must move to a spot chosen by the player assistant or may be removed from play.
Policies
Tee times are booked with a credit card that is not charged up front. Cancel at least seven days ahead to avoid a penalty; no-shows are charged for all booked rounds and short-shows for rounds not played. Rain is not grounds for cancellation unless the course officially closes, and a round cut short by weather may earn a rain check based on holes completed (no cash refund). Outside alcohol is not allowed on the courses, clubhouse or patio, and smoking and vaping are prohibited in all buildings. Lodging deposits are fully refundable up to 60 days before arrival. The courses are open to the public; resort lodging is optional.
Quick answers
Forest Dunes Golf Club at a glance
Is Forest Dunes Golf Club open to the public?
Forest Dunes Golf Club is a resort course — check with the course for who can book tee times.
How many holes does Forest Dunes Golf Club have, and what's the par?
Forest Dunes Golf Club has 18 holes and plays to a par of 72, from 4,993 to 7,116 yards depending on the tees.
Is there a hole-by-hole guide to Forest Dunes Golf Club?
Yes. This guide covers Forest Dunes Golf Club hole by hole, with the course's own notes on its holes.
Who designed Forest Dunes Golf Club?
Forest Dunes Golf Club was designed by Tom Weiskopf.
What's the dress code at Forest Dunes Golf Club?
Golf slacks, skirts, dresses, capris and golf shorts (no shorter than mid-thigh) with collared or sleeved shirts are accepted. Denim, sweatpants, gym or tennis shorts, cargo shorts and athletic wear are not.
What are the cart and walking rules at Forest Dunes Golf Club?
A valid driver's license is required to rent and operate a cart, and guests are responsible for damage to a cart while it is in their possession.
What practice facilities does Forest Dunes Golf Club have?
The Hilltop is a putting course of 18 holes on nearly two acres, and the Bootlegger is a 10-hole par-3 pitch-and-putt course of about 1,100 yards. A 19th "bye hole" at the Forest Dunes course settles all-square matches.
What's the pace of play at Forest Dunes Golf Club?
Rounds should take no more than 4 hours 30 minutes for 18 holes. Groups out of position are cautioned up to two times; after a third violation the group must move to a spot chosen by the player assistant or may be removed from play.
What food and drink does Forest Dunes Golf Club have?
The clubhouse has a dining room with views of the course, Keeper's Pub (Irish-style pub serving lunch and dinner), a covered Bootlegger Bar overlooking the bye hole and the first tee of the Bootlegger course (pizza, burgers and beer), an outdoor pavilion and fire pit patio, a pizzeria with on-property delivery, and the reservation-only Chef's Table.
How do you book a tee time at Forest Dunes Golf Club?
Book online through the course's tee-time page, or call 989-275-0700.
Where is Forest Dunes Golf Club?
Forest Dunes Golf Club is at 6376 Forest Dunes Drive, Roscommon, MI 48653.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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