Bay Harbor Golf Club

Bay Harbor Golf Club is located in Petoskey, Michigan, along the shores of Little Traverse Bay, offering some of the most spectacular scenery in American golf. Facilities at the Clubhouse are top-tier; dine pre- or post-round in The Links Grille, or enjoy a cold beverage on the veranda while soaking in views of Lake Michigan. Practice facilities include a state-of-the-art driving range, short game area, and putting greens, plus a fully stocked pro-shop has everything you may need before heading to the course.

The 27-hole layout, designed by the legendary Arthur Hills, is divided into three distinctive nines—The Links, The Quarry, and The Preserve—each offering a unique golfing challenge. The stunning landscape combined with the quality of the courses makes Bay Harbor a must-play experience in the Midwest.

Golf Course Overview

The three distinct nine-hole courses at Bay Harbor allow golfers to play three different 18-hole combinations: Links/Quarry, Quarry/Preserve, and Preserve/Links.

The Links course reflects a Scottish-style seaside layout that runs along the bluffs of Lake Michigan, offering dramatic views of the water, rolling fairways, and deep bunkering.

The 9-holes on The Quarry course have been carved through an abandoned limestone quarry. Rugged rock formations, numerous lakes and cliffside creating an unforgettable test of accuracy.

The Preserve – A woodland-style course winding through dense hardwood forests, wetlands, and natural dunes, offering a more traditional Northern Michigan golf experience.

Each course offers five sets of tees, allowing golfers of all abilities to enjoy the challenge while adjusting for difficulty. From the back tees, the total length varies:

Links/Quarry – 6,927 yards Quarry/Preserve – 6,945 yards Preserve/Links – 6,808 yards

Designed by Arthur Hills, Bay Harbor’s courses are a masterpiece of golf architecture, seamlessly blending the natural landscape with strategic playability. Generous fairways, well-placed bunkers, and fast, undulating greens reward precision and thoughtful course management.

Signature Holes

The Links – Hole 7: This stunning par 5 runs along Lake Michigan, with waves crashing just yards from the fairway. A challenging second shot over a ravine leads to a well-protected green.

The Quarry – Hole 8: A spectacular par 3, featuring an island-like green surrounded by towering quarry walls and water, creating one of Michigan’s most dramatic holes.

The Preserve – Hole 6: A serene par 4 that plays through dense forests, finishing with a beautifully framed green guarded by bunkers and wetlands.