Washakie Golf Club

Public

Golf Course Site: http://www.washakiegolfrv.com/
City: North Branch
County: Lapeer

Yardages:
Blue - 5805
White -
Red - 5127

Course Rating:
Slope:

Difficulty from the Tee: 8
Difficulty of the Bunkers and Water: 8
Course Condition, fairways, greens, etc:  9
Staff Customer Service:  8
Overall Value: 9
Overall: 8.4

Fees and Costs:
9 Holes walking: $13
18 Holes walking: $21
Cart: $9
Twilight Rates (M-F after 7:00pm): 9 holes $16.50 per person with cart or $9.00 per person walking

Pros:
The course was in pristine condition, even on April 27th, and there was very little standing water after two days of heavy rain in the area. The water was a fun challenge placed mostly around the greens.

The course plays short making birdies easier to come by. But, don't be fooled by the short yardages. The 273 yard par 4 #10 hole has a tree lined dog leg, water surrounding the front of the green and two medium size bunkers behind it. Low scores come from safe play, but the course still has many risk/reward holes for the daring.

Cons:
It is a "RV Resort". This wasn't a con what-so-ever during my visit, but I can imagine during peak camping season it could become crowded. Other than the CHANCE of the campers being an issue, I can't think of any other cons.

Would you play it again, and why?
Absolutely, the staff was accomodating and friendly, the grounds are gorgeous, and the price was inline with the quality/location of the course.

19th Hole / Drink Cart?
The course has a restaurant and bar as well as a pro shop. The bar looked well kept and was a pleasant surprise for the location. I saw a drink cart parked outside of the pro shop, but did not see it in use while golfing.

Being that it is shared as a RV Resort, there was also a small store selling camping goodies attached to the pro shop.

Final Thoughts / Side Notes on the Course:
North Branch isn't exactly the hub of high society, but this golf course proved to be a gem. I would recommend it to anyone in the area and it is a must for RV'ers looking to golf while they vacation.

Course Reviewer's Golf History:
 Golfing for a couple of years, shoot in the 90's.


Author: Dustin (No Fairway Staff)
Sumitted:  04-27-09
Date Played:  April 27th, 2009