Description
With a silver medal from Golf Digest, recognition from Condé Nast Traveler (“Top Golf Resorts in the World”), and two courses ranked among Michigan's Top 20 Public Courses by Golf Magazine, choosing Shanty Creek for your Midwest golf trip is a safer bet than your approach shot on #7 of Arnold Palmer's Michigan masterpiece, The Legend.
Hawk's Eye GC
by John Robinson
“...the perfect complement to Cedar River and The Legend.”
Adding to Shanty Creek's golf reputation, this John Robinson design features incredible vistas, water hazards on 9 of 18 holes, and putting greens to challenge golfers of all levels. Named among "Michigan's Top Courses" from GolfAdvisor and the “Top 25 Course Layouts in the US."
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Golf Trail Member:
- Course: 18 Holes
- Course Type: Public
- Architect: John Robinson
- Opened: 2004
- Tee Boxes: 4
- Back Tees: 7011 Yards
- Back Par: 72
- Back Slope: 148
- Back Rating: 74.9
Green Fees and Rates
Costs vary based on day and tee time selection.
Tee Times & Reservations
Reservations
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Outing Information
Shanty Creek Resorts is home to five of Michigan's best golf courses and limitless recreation opportunities. Whether you're planning a few rounds over the weekend with friends or a week long excursion with a large group, we will customize a group golf package that's just right for you.
Events
Contact the golf course for upcoming events.
Wedding Information
Say I Do to a Shanty Creek Wedding.
Shanty Creek creates the perfect northern Michigan wedding venue. Destination weddings at Shanty Creek provide a setting that sets everyone at ease. Let our award-winning service staff and wedding coordinator help you plan your perfect day in a perfect up north setting.
Ceremonies
Nearby churches or outdoor ceremonies on the resort's grounds, however you choose to tie the knot, we can help plan the perfect setting.
Receptions
Whether a small, intimate gathering or a grand celebration, our event spaces can be transformed to fit your party's needs. Our banquet staff and wedding coordinator will help you pick your menu and work with our preferred vendors to compliment your perfect day.
Lodging Options
Shanty Creek Resorts' Up North Michigan hospitality is legendary. Our four distinct villages within 5,000 acres of pristine landscapes are surrounded by golf courses, ski mountains, and spectacular views of Lake Bellaire.
Enjoy our complimentary shuttle service to experience the whole resort, and in/out of nearby downtown Bellaire, home of Short's Brewpub and other offsite dining and entertainment.
Restaurant and Dining Options:
SUMMIT VILLAGE
The Lakeview
With million-dollar sunset views overlooking Lake Bellaire, The Lakeview experience aims to please. Serving bar and grill fare in the great room of the Lakeview Hotel.
The CoffeeBAR
Conveniently located in the Great Room of The Lakeview Hotel lobby, the CoffeeBAR proudly serves only the finest Starbucks coffees, including espresso, cappucino, frappucino, and many other hot and cold beverages you've come to expect from a modern coffee house. Fresh house-made breakfast sandwiches, pastries, and lunch items round out the menu.
CEDAR RIVER VILLAGE
River Bistro
The hip River Bistro at Cedar River features chic appetizers and sandwiches, specialty sides, fresh-fruit cocktails, and more. Overlooking the 18th green of Cedar River GC, the Bistro’s big screen TVs and tavern sports (billiards, air hockey, darts) only add to the menu.
HAWK’S EYE VILLAGE
Chipper's Pub
Before your tee time, at the turn, or after your round, grab a quick bite or a cold, frosty one at Chipper’s Pub, located directly across the hallway from the Hawk’s Eye GC Pro Shop.
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