The Fortress Golf Course
Plan your round at The Fortress Golf Course
The Fortress is a public 18-hole course at Zehnder's in Frankenmuth, designed by Dick Nugent and opened in 1992. It plays as a par 72 of 6,813 yards from the back tees (73.8 rating, 140 slope), with fescue-covered mounds, sectioned greens and 75 bunkers.
- Public
- 18 holes
- Par 72
- Designed by Dick Nugent
- Opened 1992
Course strategy
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The Fortress Golf Course hole by hole
Hole 1
494
yds ·Maroon
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 2
140
yds ·Maroon
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 3
431
yds ·Maroon
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 4
119
yds ·Maroon
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 5
324
yds ·Maroon
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 6
467
yds ·Maroon
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 7
390
yds ·Maroon
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 8
378
yds ·Maroon
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 9
437
yds ·Maroon
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 10
336
yds ·Maroon
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 11
363
yds ·Maroon
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 12
181
yds ·Maroon
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 13
410
yds ·Maroon
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 14
496
yds ·Maroon
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 15
309
yds ·Maroon
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 16
333
yds ·Maroon
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 17
153
yds ·Maroon
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 18
510
yds ·Maroon
No notes for this hole yet.
ScorecardView the full scorecard
Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | Black | Maroon | Gold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | 6 | 522 | 494 | 415 |
| 2 | 3 | 12 | 167 | 140 | 82 |
| 3 | 4 | 2 | 456 | 431 | 342 |
| 4 | 3 | 14 | 149 | 119 | 83 |
| 5 | 4 | 18 | 353 | 324 | 275 |
| 6 | 5 | 16 | 501 | 467 | 390 |
| 7 | 4 | 8 | 437 | 390 | 288 |
| 8 | 4 | 10 | 409 | 378 | 278 |
| 9 | 4 | 4 | 453 | 437 | 325 |
| Out | 36 | 3,447 | 3,180 | 2,478 | |
| 10 | 4 | 17 | 369 | 336 | 272 |
| 11 | 4 | 15 | 391 | 363 | 254 |
| 12 | 3 | 11 | 209 | 181 | 109 |
| 13 | 4 | 1 | 443 | 410 | 315 |
| 14 | 5 | 9 | 523 | 496 | 398 |
| 15 | 4 | 13 | 350 | 309 | 239 |
| 16 | 4 | 5 | 380 | 333 | 247 |
| 17 | 3 | 7 | 172 | 153 | 89 |
| 18 | 5 | 3 | 529 | 510 | 436 |
| In | 36 | 3,366 | 3,091 | 2,359 | |
| Total | 72 | 6,813 | 6,271 | 4,837 | |
| Rating / Slope | 73.8 / 140 | 71.3 / 135 | 69.2 / 128 | ||
Scorecard data: OpenGolfAPI, © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL)
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Look over the scorecard and choose a tee that suits your game
- Warm up on the putting green, chipping green or driving range
- Book tee times through the course's online booking page
Practice facilities
Practice facilities include a putting green, a chipping green with a practice bunker and a target-oriented driving range. Lessons are offered.
Rentals & pro shop
The pro shop carries golf gear from many brands for men and women.
Food & drink
A pavilion at the course serves food and drinks, and the clubhouse has a quick-bite menu and a full-service bar.
Quick answers
The Fortress Golf Course at a glance
Is The Fortress Golf Course open to the public?
Yes. The Fortress Golf Course is a public course.
How many holes does The Fortress Golf Course have, and what's the par?
The Fortress Golf Course has 18 holes and plays to a par of 72, from 4,837 to 6,813 yards depending on the tees.
Who designed The Fortress Golf Course?
The Fortress Golf Course was designed by Dick Nugent and opened in 1992.
What practice facilities does The Fortress Golf Course have?
Practice facilities include a putting green, a chipping green with a practice bunker and a target-oriented driving range. Lessons are offered.
What food and drink does The Fortress Golf Course have?
A pavilion at the course serves food and drinks, and the clubhouse has a quick-bite menu and a full-service bar.
How do you book a tee time at The Fortress Golf Course?
Book online through the course's tee-time page, or call +1-989-652-0460.
Where is The Fortress Golf Course?
The Fortress Golf Course is at 950 Flint Street, Frankenmuth, MI 48734.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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