A True Northern Michigan Golf Escape
When golfers talk about “Up North” golf in Michigan, Garland Lodge & Golf Resort in Lewiston often tops the list. Nestled across 3,000 acres of hardwood forest, Garland delivers a rare combination of variety, beauty, and flexibility that few Midwest destinations can match.
Five Distinct Courses, One Destination
Garland features four championship 18-hole layouts — Fountains, Monarch, Reflections, and Swampfire — each offering a completely different playing experience.
Fountains, a member favorite, is known for its creative routing of six par 3s, six par 4s, and six par 5s. Bentgrass from tee to green and heavily undulated putting surfaces demand precision.
Monarch serves as the championship test, stretching near 7,200 yards from the back tees. Accuracy and shot shaping are essential.
Reflections tightens the corridors and rewards strategic play, often eliminating the need for driver.
Swampfire provides dramatic visuals with water in play on 16 of 18 holes, testing golfers’ nerve and carry distances.
The Sawyer: A Game-Changing Short Course
The newest addition, The Sawyer, may be Garland’s most innovative feature. This reversible short course can be played clockwise one day and counterclockwise the next. Designed for wedges and short irons, it encourages relaxed, social golf — perfect for group trips or warm-up rounds.
Ideal for Groups of Any Size
Garland specializes in customized group packages. Whether it’s 8 players or 100, the resort builds flexible itineraries that include lodging, tee times, tournament formats, and live scoring via Golf Genius software.
Lodging, Dining & The Tiki Bar
From lodge rooms and villas to multi-bedroom cottages with kitchens, accommodations fit any group structure. After golf, guests gather at the iconic tiki bar, Adler’s Bar & Grill, or the fine dining room featuring signature dishes like pan-fried walleye, ribeye, and venison pasta.
The Experience Business
Garland’s leadership sums it up simply: they’re in the experience business. And it shows. From the moment you arrive, the focus is on making your Northern Michigan golf trip seamless and memorable.
For golfers seeking variety, scenery, and a true escape, Garland remains one of Michigan’s premier golf destinations.