Whether you have played a course 20+ times a year or looking to play the course for the first time, insights from an insider can help enhance your golf experience. Below is an interview with Mike Pung who shares some valuable tidbits about the course, memorable holes and must eats and treats at the 19th.
Give Our Readers An Overview of the Golf Course/Property Dunmaglas is tucked away in 900 acres of majestic Northwest Michigan beauty, 360' above Lakes Michigan and Charlevoix. The breathtaking views and unique character of every hole has prompted many of our customers from around the world to state, "Dunmaglas is the most beautiful course we have ever played".
Dunmaglas is only minutes from Charlevoix, Boyne City, Bay Harbor, Petoskey and Harbor Springs. Located inland about 6 miles from Lake Michigan allows all the views and convenience while protecting us from the cold wind, fog and black flys. The improvements, including larger greens, more tees, and fewer traps and trees make Dunmaglas user friendly for all skill levels.
If Someone Was Looking To Golf In The Area, Why Should They Play Your Course? No 2 holes are alike, every one is a new exhilarating experience.
What Tips or Local Knowledge Would You Provide To Help Them Score Better At Your Course? Consider the elevation change, up or down, and select the appropriate club.
Any recent changes to the golf course? Or any upcoming changes? Several years ago a touring pro helped us make Dunmaglas user friendly for all. We cleared out trees, filled some bunkers and made the course more enjoyable.
Recent Awards or What You Are Most Proud About The Course? Ranked as one of the Best 50 Upscale Courses in the United States by Golf Digest,
What Is The Signature, Most Talked About, or Most Photographed Hole? Hole #14. From the tee box the fairway drops more than 100 drop. Teeing off here is like hitting a home run in baseball. The second shot is demanding to an elevated green. Before to tee off get your camera out, you can see Lake Charlevoix, Charlevoix, and Lake Michigan-all the way to Beaver Island.
What Is Your Favorite Hole? Any Tips to Play It? Holes 17 is my favorite. Hole #17 requires a shot to a landing area and you then cross a ravine to an elevated green surrounded by beautiful pines.
Must Have Dish or Drink after the round at the 19th Hole? Stay and have a drink on our deck.
For the traveling golfer, do you have lodging onsite or partner with any area hotels? The Cottages at Dunmaglas (condos) offer opportunities for stay and play, as well as lodging for weddings and outings held in our beautiful, rustic barn.
Back Tee Stats Par: 72 Yardage:9897 Slope: 142 Rating: 74.0
More Information Dunmaglas Golf Club 9031 Boyne City Road Charlevoix, MI, 49720 (231) 547-1022
