Fazio Premier Golf Course
at Treetops Resort Golf Club

Michigan, USA

Fazio Premier Golf Course overview

Ranked as the 33rd best course in Michigan by Top 100 Courses in 2026 Location: Gaylord | Style: Parkland/Woodland| Length: 6,855 yards | Par: 71 | Designer: Tom Fazio

Opened in 1992, the Fazio Premier is a Tom Fazio-designed course in Michigan. Known for creating layouts that are as playable as they are beautiful, Fazio crafted the Premier with wide fairways, bold bunkering, and greens that encourage thoughtful shot-making.

Less extreme than the Masterpiece, the Premier still makes excellent use of rolling hills and tree-lined corridors. Golfers encounter subtle elevation shifts, sweeping fairways, and imaginative green complexes that reflect Fazio’s trademark style. The course consistently earns praise for its conditioning and variety, adding an important architectural dimension to Treetops Resort’s portfolio of championship courses.

Course highlights

  • Michigan’s only Tom Fazio design
  • Opened in 1992 at Treetops Resort
  • Wide fairways with bold bunkering
  • Subtle elevation changes across rolling hills
  • Balanced blend of challenge and playability

Signature Holes

Hole #9 – Par 4 - An uphill hole requiring a precise approach into a well-bunkered green. Its elevated setting makes it both scenic and strategic.

Clubhouse & amenities

Golfers on the Premier course enjoy access to the Treetops clubhouse, featuring a pro shop, locker rooms, dining, and practice facilities. The Treetops Resort also provides on-site lodging, restaurants, pools, and a spa for a complete stay-and-play experience.

Did You Know?

The Fazio Premier remains the only Tom Fazio course in Michigan, making it a unique draw for architecture fans traveling the Midwest.

Location

Fazio Premier Golf Course4282 Fazio DriveGaylord, Michigan 49735United States
Our experts say...

“Fazio’s Premier course is a masterclass in balance. It challenges low handicappers with its length and precision demands, yet remains fair and playable thanks to generous landing areas and immaculate conditioning. It’s pure, modern championship golf set against classic Northern Michigan scenery.”

Adam Ward

Product Director