The Dream GC
Plan your round at The Dream GC
The Dream is an 18-hole, par 72 course in West Branch, set among hardwoods in northern Michigan and designed by Jeff Gorney. It opened in May 1997 and plays up to 6,969 yards (73.8 rating, 136 slope) from the Black tees, with bent grass tees, fairways and greens of 10,000 square feet or more. It sits 2.5 miles west of I-75 Exit 215 and shares an owner with the Nightmare and the Quest.
- Public
- 18 holes
- Par 72
- Designed by Jeff Gorney
- Opened 1997
Course strategy
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The Dream GC hole by hole
Hole 1
454
yds ·middle
Par 5 that can be reached in two with a good drive. Hitting left of center sets up an easier approach to a large, well-bunkered green.
Hole 2
369
yds ·middle
Plays entirely uphill. Take enough club to carry the front bunker, and consider one more.
Hole 3
388
yds ·middle
A long par 4. Keep the drive in the center of the fairway; bunkers guard the front and back of the green.
Hole 4
421
yds ·middle
Blind tee shot with a fairway that slopes left, so favor the right of center. The hole plays downhill.
Hole 5
162
yds ·middle
The only water hole on the course, a par 3 with a drop area to the left over the pond.
Hole 6
395
yds ·middle
Scenic view back across earlier holes. The fairway slopes right toward a bunker, and the green is heavily bunkered.
Hole 7
336
yds ·middle
Drive right of center and you are left with a short approach to a double-tiered green.
Hole 8
177
yds ·middle
Usually a long iron to the green. There are seven tee complexes, so check the yardage marker.
Hole 9
518
yds ·middle
The longest hole on the course, a par 5 to a heavily bunkered green. Drive middle to left; getting home in two takes back-to-back long, accurate shots.
Hole 10
328
yds ·middle
Everything runs left, so drive right of center and aim to finish close to a very large green.
Hole 11
506
yds ·middle
Severe left-running slope toward bunkers on this par 5. The green rises from front to back.
Hole 12
167
yds ·middle
A straightforward par 3 where being short is better than long.
Hole 13
390
yds ·middle
The ball tends to roll left, so drive right of center to avoid trees on the second shot. The green slopes sharply from right to left.
Hole 14
327
yds ·middle
A short par 4 that suits a controlled fade. Stay out of the left fairway bunker.
Hole 15
377
yds ·middle
Known as Snuffy's Hole, named for Snuffy Bunting. A blind drive on a demanding par 4.
Hole 16
439
yds ·middle
Plays uphill with a blind approach on this par 5, so make sure the green is clear before you hit.
Hole 17
181
yds ·middle
Looks simple, but a large bunker runs down the right side. A left-to-right shot is the play.
Hole 18
387
yds ·middle
A long approach to an elevated green of more than 10,000 square feet closes the round.
ScorecardView the full scorecard
Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | championship | middle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | 9 | 528 | 454 |
| 2 | 4 | 7 | 405 | 369 |
| 3 | 4 | 5 | 447 | 388 |
| 4 | 4 | 3 | 460 | 421 |
| 5 | 3 | 13 | 191 | 162 |
| 6 | 4 | 11 | 421 | 395 |
| 7 | 4 | 15 | 364 | 336 |
| 8 | 3 | 17 | 206 | 177 |
| 9 | 5 | 1 | 571 | 518 |
| Out | 36 | 3,593 | 3,220 | |
| 10 | 4 | 12 | 361 | 328 |
| 11 | 5 | 10 | 533 | 506 |
| 12 | 3 | 16 | 173 | 167 |
| 13 | 4 | 6 | 405 | 390 |
| 14 | 4 | 14 | 383 | 327 |
| 15 | 4 | 4 | 415 | 377 |
| 16 | 5 | 8 | 483 | 439 |
| 17 | 3 | 18 | 200 | 181 |
| 18 | 4 | 2 | 423 | 387 |
| In | 36 | 3,376 | 3,102 | |
| Total | 72 | 6,969 | 6,322 | |
| Rating / Slope | 73.7 / 135 | 70.6 / 124 | ||
Scorecard data: OpenGolfAPI, © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL)
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Plan on riding: carts are mandatory
- Wear soft spikes
- Check the dress code: no tank tops, cut-offs, sweatpants or athletic shorts
- Cancel more than 48 hours ahead to avoid a fee
- Take two clubs to your ball and keep pace for a round of about 4.5 hours or less
Dress code
Collared shirts with sleeves, slacks, golf warm-ups, rain gear and golf shorts are fine, and denim is allowed. Tank tops, cut-offs, sweatpants and athletic shorts are not.
Carts & walking
Carts are mandatory, and the course is soft spike only. Carts must stay on the paths around tees and greens, and guests are responsible for any damage to a cart while they have it.
Practice facilities
A driving range and putting green are on site.
Food & drink
The clubhouse has a pro shop and a lounge.
Pace of play
Groups should finish 18 holes in no more than 4 hours 30 minutes, and staff monitor pace. Faster groups may play through, and groups are limited to four golfers unless staff approve more.
Policies
Cancel more than 48 hours ahead at no fee; later cancellations and no-shows are charged part or all of the greens fee. Groups of eight or more give a credit card to hold the tee time. If weather interrupts a round, a rain check is based on the holes completed. A stay-and-play package with Lumber Jack Lodge is offered.
Quick answers
The Dream GC at a glance
Is The Dream GC open to the public?
Yes. The Dream GC is a public course.
How many holes does The Dream GC have, and what's the par?
The Dream GC has 18 holes and plays to a par of 72, from 6,322 to 6,969 yards depending on the tees.
Is there a hole-by-hole guide to The Dream GC?
Yes. This guide covers The Dream GC hole by hole, with the course's own notes on its holes.
Who designed The Dream GC?
The Dream GC was designed by Jeff Gorney and opened in 1997.
What's the dress code at The Dream GC?
Collared shirts with sleeves, slacks, golf warm-ups, rain gear and golf shorts are fine, and denim is allowed. Tank tops, cut-offs, sweatpants and athletic shorts are not.
What are the cart and walking rules at The Dream GC?
Carts are mandatory, and the course is soft spike only. Carts must stay on the paths around tees and greens, and guests are responsible for any damage to a cart while they have it.
What practice facilities does The Dream GC have?
A driving range and putting green are on site.
What's the pace of play at The Dream GC?
Groups should finish 18 holes in no more than 4 hours 30 minutes, and staff monitor pace. Faster groups may play through, and groups are limited to four golfers unless staff approve more.
What food and drink does The Dream GC have?
The clubhouse has a pro shop and a lounge.
How do you book a tee time at The Dream GC?
Call the course at +1-989-345-6300.
Where is The Dream GC?
The Dream GC is at 5266 Old 76, West Branch, MI 48661.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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