42% match
For BLUE tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Interlochen Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
174
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Interlochen Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Interlochen Golf Course, identifying the specific skills this course demands most. The skill distribution below shows which areas of your game will be tested most frequently based on the hole-by-hole analysis (hole handicaps, stroke index, yardage, etc.), while the handicap ranges indicate the typical player profiles who perform well here.
Focus your practice on these key skills to maximize improvement and lower your scores. Check the practice programs below for targeted drills that address these specific skills.
Skill Distribution
Distance Control 25%Scoring 24%Aim 17%Accuracy 16%Precision 16%
Handicap Performance Insights
The handicap ranges shown represent the typical performance levels for this course. Players within these ranges can expect competitive scores, while those outside may yield benefits or may need additional practice in the highlighted skill areas to perform at their best.
20.8
Average HCP
11.8
Minimum HCP
33.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Interlochen Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Interlochen Golf Course.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
play@interlochengolf.com
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Facilities
✓Driving Range
✓Putting Green
✓Chipping Green
✓Practice Bunker
✓Motor Cart
✓Pull Cart
✓Golf Clubs Rental
✗Club Fitting
✓Pro Shop
✓Golf Lessons
✗Caddie Hire
✓Restaurant
✓Reception Hall
✓Changing Room
✓Lockers
✗Lodging on Site
Location
10586 US-31, Interlochen, MI 49643, USA
Course Description
Interlochen Golf Course is a scenic 18-hole semi-private golf course located west of Traverse City, Michigan, offering a serene and challenging experience for golfers of all skill levels. The course sits near Interlochen in Grand Traverse County, with lush greens, mature trees, and a Betsie River tributary weaving through the landscape. Bradley’s Pub & Grille on site provides American pub fare and dining options for lunch and dinner, enhancing the golf experience. The facility operates as a local destination for golf, dining, and events in northern Michigan.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Hubert Morris
Opened
1965
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.3(156 reviews)
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Interlochen Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for BLUE
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course tests iron reliability across waves of par fours where drives unlock birdie looks but mishits spark bogey chains, and the back nine heightens tension with sterner par four demands that punish small errors.
B
BLUE Tee
Gender: MalePar 716227 yards5694 metersCR 71.5Bogey 96.1Slope 133
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 45.7 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 37.2 · BR 50.4 · Slope 142
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 71 |
| Handicap | 13 | 17 | 7 | 5 | 9 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 3 | — | 12 | 18 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 16 | 14 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 351 | 293 | 218 | 411 | 347 | 170 | 263 | 380 | 371 | 2804 | 465 | 368 | 497 | 421 | 387 | 175 | 425 | 290 | 395 | 3423 | 6227 |
M
MEMBER Tee
Gender: MalePar 714916 yards4495 metersCR 64.4Bogey 86.3Slope 118
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.7 · BR 42.4 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 32.7 · BR 43.9 · Slope 121
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 71 |
| Handicap | 13 | 17 | 7 | 5 | 9 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 3 | — | 12 | 18 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 16 | 14 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 335 | 287 | 173 | 310 | 285 | 129 | 246 | 320 | 293 | 2378 | 396 | 288 | 358 | 270 | 222 | 155 | 295 | 285 | 269 | 2538 | 4916 |
R
RED Tee
Gender: MalePar 714756 yards4349 metersCR 63.8Bogey 84.7Slope 113
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.5 · BR 41.9 · Slope 112
Back Nine · CR 32.3 · BR 42.8 · Slope 113
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 71 |
| Handicap | 13 | 17 | 7 | 5 | 9 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 3 | — | 12 | 18 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 16 | 14 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 320 | 275 | 138 | 310 | 267 | 129 | 226 | 320 | 293 | 2278 | 396 | 278 | 358 | 270 | 222 | 133 | 295 | 257 | 269 | 2478 | 4756 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Interlochen Golf Course
We studied the course layout and prepared practice programs to lower your scores. The programs are purpose-built for each tee to align with the course strategy. Each program consists of curated drills, with pre-defined modules designed to deliver results.
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Showing 45 Programs
% match to course practice profile43% match
For BLUE tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
72% match
For BLUE tees
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring17%
Alignment13%
59% match
For BLUE tees
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim26%
Alignment26%
Scoring18%
16 Week Flagship Program for Interlochen Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Interlochen Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 16 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hit Target Line On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 14–16≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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61% match
For BLUE tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
54% match
For BLUE tees
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision22%
Aim14%
Alignment12%
50% match
For BLUE tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control33%
Visualization22%
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Get Started66% match
For BLUE tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision18%
Aim14%
79% match
For BLUE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring26%
Aim24%
60% match
For BLUE tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy32%
Alignment22%
Distance Control21%
67% match
For BLUE tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
68% match
For BLUE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP7 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision21%
Scoring12%
51% match
For BLUE tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Aim36%
Alignment18%
Scoring15%
74% match
For BLUE tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Scoring21%
Distance Control20%
Accuracy20%
78% match
For BLUE tees
Set sights, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Aim18%
Scoring18%
Distance Control16%
68% match
For BLUE tees
Feel the green, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision18%
Alignment16%
40% match
For RED tees
Pick a specific spot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min13 HCP4 drills
Aim39%
Alignment18%
Stroke16%
41% match
For RED tees
Match plan to shot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP4 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy35%
Visualization27%
41% match
For RED tees
See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
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Get Started76% match
For RED tees
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min25 HCP9 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring18%
Aim14%
61% match
For RED tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
48% match
For RED tees
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
45% match
For RED tees
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision27%
Mechanics19%
Trajectory17%
80% match
For RED tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Distance Control23%
Aim21%
Scoring17%
65% match
For RED tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Accuracy23%
Scoring15%
72% match
For RED tees
Vary landing spot, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim20%
Trajectory16%
64% match
For RED tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP7 drills
Accuracy34%
Distance Control23%
Alignment19%
58% match
For RED tees
Feel the green, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Distance Control37%
Alignment17%
Aim16%
62% match
For RED tees
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Alignment26%
Scoring26%
Aim25%
68% match
For RED tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy28%
Scoring21%
Distance Control18%
69% match
For RED tees
Dial in aim, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP7 drills
Aim20%
Precision18%
Dispersion18%
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Get Started70% match
For RED tees
Pitch close, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP7 drills
Accuracy29%
Scoring27%
Distance Control15%
68% match
For RED tees
Thread the gap, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control26%
Aim16%
49% match
For MEMBER tees
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
73% match
For MEMBER tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP7 drills
Scoring30%
Accuracy17%
Aim16%
54% match
For MEMBER tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
44% match
For MEMBER tees
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
36% match
For MEMBER tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
64% match
For MEMBER tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Aim23%
Alignment23%
69% match
For MEMBER tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Accuracy24%
Scoring22%
Alignment16%
67% match
For MEMBER tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
68% match
For MEMBER tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Accuracy26%
Alignment17%
Precision16%
58% match
For MEMBER tees
Stop on a dime, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment19%
Accuracy15%
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Get Started58% match
For MEMBER tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Aim30%
Alignment16%
Distance Control14%
72% match
For MEMBER tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring25%
Accuracy17%
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Interlochen Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Interlochen Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Interlochen Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Interlochen Golf Course challenges consistency. A slope rating of 133.0 suggests a moderately demanding round. The course rating of 71.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Interlochen Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5492 yards. The back tees extend to 6227.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Interlochen Golf Course?
With a course rating of 71.5 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Interlochen Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6227.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Interlochen Golf Course and how should I play it?
Interlochen Golf Course is designed as a Parkland layout. Overall, the setup will reward players who place the ball in safe positions far from hazards. Also, type of shot is more crucial rather than just trying to gain distance.
What features make Interlochen Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 133.0 and yardage reaching 6227.0 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.
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